You can disable whisper mode by adjusting the settings in either the Amazon Alexa app for your Echo devices or the NVIDIA GeForce Experience application for your laptop.
Since "whisper mode" refers to different features on these platforms, the correct method depends on the device you are using.
How to disable Alexa Whisper Mode
Alexa's Whisper Mode allows you to whisper a command to your Echo device, and Alexa will whisper her response back. This is useful for nighttime use to avoid disturbing others.
Method 1: Use a voice command
The simplest way to disable the feature is to tell Alexa directly.
- Say, "Alexa, turn off Whisper Mode".
- Alexa will respond in her normal voice to confirm that the feature has been disabled.
Method 2: Use the Alexa mobile app
For a visual confirmation, you can use the app on your smartphone or tablet.
- Open the Amazon Alexa app.
- Tap the More tab at the bottom right corner.
- Navigate to Settings.
- Scroll down to the Alexa Preferences section and tap Voice Responses.
- Find the toggle for Whisper Mode and turn it off.
What to do if Whisper Mode keeps reactivating
If you find that Alexa's Whisper Mode keeps turning itself back on, it could be caused by an account sync issue. To resolve this:
- Log out and back in: Sign out of the Alexa app and then sign back in.
- Force close the app: Disable Whisper Mode in the settings, force-close the app, and then double-check the settings to confirm it is still disabled.
How to disable NVIDIA Whisper Mode
NVIDIA's Whisper Mode is a feature for gaming laptops that reduces fan noise by intelligently capping the game's frame rate (FPS). It is intended to create a quieter gaming experience, but can significantly reduce performance.
Method 1: Use GeForce Experience
This is the standard way to disable the feature.
- Open the NVIDIA GeForce Experience application.
- Navigate to the Settings menu by clicking the gear icon.
- In the General Settings section, scroll down to find Whisper Mode.
- Click the toggle to disable it.
Method 2: Adjust settings in the NVIDIA Control Panel
If disabling the feature in GeForce Experience doesn't work, you can also check the NVIDIA Control Panel.
- Right-click on your desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel.
- Go to the Manage 3D settings section.
- Find Whisper Mode in the settings list and set it to Off.
What to do if Whisper Mode randomly re-enables itself
Some users have reported that Whisper Mode can reactivate on its own, even after being disabled. Here are some troubleshooting steps:
- Restart the NVIDIA service: Restarting the service may prevent it from automatically toggling back on.
- Update your drivers: Ensure your NVIDIA drivers are up to date. Outdated drivers can cause compatibility issues.
- Check laptop manufacturer settings: Gaming laptops often have their own control software, such as ASUS Armoury Crate or MSI Dragon Center, that can override NVIDIA settings. Check your manufacturer's application and ensure its performance settings are not triggering Whisper Mode.
- Clean driver reinstallation: As a last resort, consider performing a clean installation of your NVIDIA drivers:
- Uninstall your current NVIDIA drivers.
- Restart your laptop.
- Download and install the latest drivers from the NVIDIA or your laptop manufacturer's website.