Yes, there are some devices that don't seem to work with that particular approach. I have the same situation with my cameras. I have tried using the brand name, I've tried security camera and just camera. I am left with a device with no icon unfortun...
The easiest way I found to do this is the following. If for example the device is a TV but is displaying as the default network logo or something else entirely. Edit the name in the Wi-Fi app and simply name it TV. You’ll see the icon changes to a TV...