Never Lose Your Amazon Fire TV Stick Remote Again
Don’t let a misplaced remote ruin your movie night. There’s a clever solution with a simple “magic phrase” to track down your Amazon Fire TV Stick remote in just seconds.
Speak the Magic Phrase
Amazon has made finding your lost Fire TV remote as simple as speaking a command. Just say the “magic phrase” and your TV remote will reveal itself.
But if this method fails, there are other solutions available.
Use the Built-in Ringer
The Alexa Voice Remote Pro is equipped with a built-in ringer, making it a highly effective option to locate your remote.
To use this feature, ensure your remote is paired with a Fire TV and registered to the same account as your Alexa. The remote should also be within 30 feet of the paired Fire TV and have sufficient battery life.
Activate the ringer by saying “Alexa, find my remote” through the Alexa app on your smartphone, the Fire TV app, or any other Alexa-enabled device.
The remote will ring for up to five minutes after the command. Press a button on the remote to stop the ringing once you’ve located it.
WHAT IS THE ALEXA VOICE REMOTE PRO?
Here are the official specs from Amazon…
- “Alexa, find my remote.”
- Backlit for your convenience
- Two customizable buttons
- Dedicated headphone button
- Integrated TV controls
- Press and ask Alexa
- Compatible with most Fire TV streaming media players, Amazon Fire TV smart TVs, and smart TVs with Fire TV built-in
To make remote finding easier next time, ensure Voice Commands When TV Screen Is Off is enabled in your settings. Also, keep your Fire Stick connected to a power outlet so you can activate the feature even when your TV is off.
What If You Don’t Have the Pro Version?
Not everyone has the Alexa Voice Remote Pro. Don’t worry; there are still ways to manage without the remote. The Amazon Fire TV app on your smartphone can control your TV just as effectively as a physical remote.
This app makes it simpler to enter text and utilize voice search features. Plus, locating apps and games within the app is much easier and faster.
Sky’s Remote Recovery
For Sky Q users, there’s a similar feature to find lost remotes. Simply press the big Q logo on the front of your Sky box, and the TV remote will begin beeping.
