How to connect Alice to a Samsung Smart TV via Wi-Fi from an Android phone – free and error-free

Voice assistant Alice from Yandex has long ceased to be exclusive to speakers and smartphones. Now it can even be integrated into Samsung Smart TV, turning a regular TV into a smart entertainment control center. But how do you do it? for free, if there is no official support from Samsung For Alice's No? The answer is simple: through Wi-Fi and Android smartphone, which will serve as a bridge between the voice assistant and the TV.

In this article you will find step-by-step instructions taking into account all the nuances: from checking the compatibility of the model Samsung Smart TV to setting up voice commands over a local network. We'll do this without paid apps, root access, or purchasing additional gadgets. And if your TV was released before 2018, you'll find out which Workarounds exist for older models running Tizen OS 3.0 and below..

Before you begin, make sure you have the following on hand: Android smartphone (version 8.0 and above), Samsung Smart TV with support Wi-Fi Direct or Miracast, as well as a stable connection to the same Wi-Fi network for both devices. If any of these restrictions are missing, don't worry; we'll explain how to bypass them in the relevant sections.

1. Checking the compatibility of your Samsung Smart TV with Alice

Not all TVs Samsung can work with Alice even through detours. The main criterion is Tizen operating system version and the availability of support Wi-Fi Direct or DLNAHere's how to check:

• 📺 2018 and newer models (series QLED Q6/Q7/Q8/Q9, Crystal UHD TU7/TU8, The Frame etc.): support Tizen 4.0+ and have built-in protocols for transferring media over a local network. You won't have any problems with them.
• 🔄 2016–2017 models (series MU6/MU7/MU8, KS7/KS8/KS9): work on Tizen 3.0Additional configuration will be required. Wi-Fi Direct or installing third-party software on your smartphone.
• ⚠️ Models before 2016 (series JU6/JU7, KU6/KU7): don't officially support modern protocols. But there is a workaround through HDMI-CEC and external devices (more on this at the end of the article).

To find out the exact version Tizen on your TV:

1. Take the remote control and press the button Home (home).
2. Go to Settings → Support → About TV.
3. Find the line Software version - it will say something like T-MSMDEUC-1402.3 (Where 1402.3 — version Tizen 4.0).

⚠️ Attention: If your TV is running on Tizen 2.4 or older (produced before 2015), connection Alice's via Wi-Fi is unlikely. In this case, consider purchasing an external Android TV set-top boxes (For example, Xiaomi Mi Box S) or columns with Alice and support HDMI-CEC.

2. Preparing your Android smartphone: what apps you'll need

For communication between Alice And Samsung Smart TV we will need intermediary - smartphone on Android, which will transmit voice commands over Wi-Fi. Here's a minimal set of apps:

All listed applications free (except Tasker, but it is not required). Install them on your Android smartphone and grant all necessary permissions (access to microphone, local network, notifications).

An important nuance: if you have Samsung Smart TV 2020 or newer (from Tizen 5.5+), you can do without LocalCastThese models have built-in support. Google Assistant, which can be "tricked" into accepting commands from Alice's through IFTTT. But this is a topic for a separate article.

3. Setting up a Wi-Fi network: why both devices should be on the same network

To transmit voice commands from Alice's both devices to the TV (Android smartphone And Samsung Smart TV) must be in one local Wi-Fi networkThis is due to the fact that:

• 🔗 Protocols DLNA And Wi-Fi Direct work only within one subnet.
• 🔒 SmartThings And LocalCast search for devices by IP address, which is issued by the router.
• 📡 If the TV is connected via cable (Ethernet) and the phone is connected via Wi-Fi, they should still receive an IP from the same router.

How to check if devices are on the same network:

1. On TV: Settings → General → Network → Network Status. Remember IP address (For example, 192.168.1.10).
2. On smartphone: Settings → Wi-Fi → [your network] → Advanced. Look. IP address (must match the first three digits, for example, 192.168.1.5).

⚠️ Attention: If your router distributes two networks (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) with by different names, connect both devices to one of them. For example, if the smartphone is on MyWiFi_5G, and the TV is on MyWiFi, they will not see each other.

4. Step-by-step instructions: connecting Alice to Samsung Smart TV

Now let's move on to the most important thing - setting up communication between the voice assistant and the TV. Follow the instructions strictly in order:

Step 1: Connect your TV to SmartThings

Open the app SmartThings on your smartphone and:

1. Click Add a device (icon +).
2. Select TV → Samsung.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Your TV should appear in the list of available devices.
4. Confirm the connection on your TV (a code or confirmation request will appear).

Step 2: Configure LocalCast to transmit commands

This app will "intercept" voice commands from Alice's and send them to your TV as media files (via DLNA):

1. Open LocalCast and allow access to the microphone.
2. In the top menu, select Devices → find yours Samsung Smart TV (should appear automatically).
3. Return to the home screen and press Microphone (or say "Okay Google" if you have it set up Google Assistant).
4. Say the command for Alice's, For example: "Alice, turn on YouTube on the TV.".

TV and phone are on the same Wi-Fi network | SmartThings can see the TV | LocalCast has access to the microphone | DLNA is enabled on the TV (in the network settings) -->

Step 3: Create voice commands for control

Alice does not understand commands for Samsung Smart TV "out of the box", so you'll have to create own scriptsHere are some examples of working phrases and how to set them up:

• 🎬 "Alice, turn on Netflix on the TV." → Set up in LocalCast quick command to run Netflix through DLNA.
• 🔊 "Alice, turn the volume up to 10." → Use SmartThings to create automation of volume changes.
• 🔍 "Alice, find the movie 'Interstellar' on TV." → Pass the query as a search query in YouTube or Smart Hub.

To automate routine commands (for example, turning on the TV on a schedule), you can use Tasker or IFTTTBut this is a topic for a separate setting.

How to add a command to turn on the TV?

1. In SmartThings create a "Routine" (Automation → Routines).

2. Select the "Voice Command" trigger and enter a phrase, for example: "Alice, turn on the TV in the living room.".

3. As an action, select "Device Management" → your Samsung Smart TV → "Enable".

4. Save and test the command.

5. Solving common problems

Even if you follow the instructions exactly, errors may occur. Here top 5 problems and their solutions:

If none of the solutions helped, try reset network settings on TV:

1. Go to Settings → General → Network → Network Reset.
2. Reconnect to Wi-Fi.
3. Restart SmartThings And LocalCast on a smartphone.

⚠️ Attention: On TVs Samsung 2019–2020 models sometimes block "uncertified" connections. If the issue persists after resetting the network, try disabling this feature. Intelligent Mode V Settings → General → Smart Features.

6. Alternative ways to connect Alice to older Samsung Smart TV models

If your TV was released before 2016 and does not support DLNA/Wi-Fi Direct, There is three workarounds:

• 🔌 Via HDMI-CEC + external speaker with Alice
  

  Buy a column with Alice (For example, Yandex Station Mini) and connect it to the TV via HDMI-CEC (turn on in TV settings Anynet+). Then voice commands will be transmitted via HDMI cable.

• 📱 Via Android TV box
  

  Prefixes like Xiaomi Mi Box S or Nvidia Shield support Alice Directly. Connect it to your TV via HDMI and set up voice control via the app. Yandex.

• 🖥️ Via PC or Raspberry Pi
  

  Install on your computer Yandex Browser With Alice and use programs like TeamViewer or Scrcpy to control the TV via Smart View.

The most budget-friendly option is HDMI-CEC + speaker, but it requires purchasing an additional device. If you want to avoid the expense, try connecting your TV to Android smartphone through USB-C → HDMI adapter (does not work on all models).

7. Optimizing Performance: How to Make Alice Faster to Use

To reduce latency and improve command recognition, follow these tips:

• 📶 Use the 5 GHz network
  

  If your router supports 5 GHz, connect both devices to this network. It's less congested and provides lower ping.

• 🔄 Turn off power saving on your smartphone
  

  In the battery settings, add SmartThings And LocalCast in exceptions so that they are not hidden by the background.

• 🗣️ Train Alice to your voice
  

  In the appendix Yandex Complete voice assistant training (section "Settings → Alice → Voice training").

• 📱 Use voice launch from the lock screen
  

  In the settings Yandex Enable the "Alice on Lock Screen" option to prevent commands from unlocking your phone.

If commands are executed with a delay of more than 2 seconds, check Wi-Fi channel on the router. Automatic channel selection can cause interference. Manual channel selection 36, 40 or 48 (for 5 GHz) often solves the problem.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about connecting Alice to a Samsung Smart TV

❓ Is it possible to connect Alice to a Samsung Smart TV without a smartphone?

No, without Android smartphone (or another intermediary like Android TV set-top boxes) this is impossible. Samsung does not support Alice at the firmware level, so an external device is required to transmit commands.

❓ Why doesn't Alice turn on the TV when I say "Turn on the TV"?

This command only works if the TV supports Wake-on-LAN (wake on network) and plugged into a power outlet. For most models Samsung you need to use escape phrases, for example: "Alice, turn on Netflix on your TV." - this will automatically turn on the TV.

❓ Will Alice work if the TV is connected to the Internet via cable (Ethernet)?

Yes, but Android smartphone must be connected to the same router via Wi-Fi. The main thing is that both devices receive IP addresses from the same subnet (for example, 192.168.1.x).

❓ Is it possible to control the TV volume via Alice?

Yes, but for this you need to create scene at SmartThings:

1. Open SmartThings → Automation → Scenarios.
2. Create a new scene with the "Voice Command" trigger.
3. Add the "Device Control" action → select TV → "Volume".
4. Specify the volume level (e.g. 50%).
5. Save and test the command: "Alice, set the volume to 50 on the TV.".

❓ Why does Alice stop working after updating my TV firmware?

Samsung Sometimes blocks uncertified connections after updates. To restore functionality:

1. Reset the network settings on your TV (Settings → General → Network → Reset).
2. Disable the feature Intelligent Mode V Settings → General → Smart Features.
3. Reconnect your TV to SmartThings And LocalCast.

If the problem persists, wait for the update LocalCast or use alternative software (for example, BubbleUPnP).