Samsung starts rolling out updates for smart TVs with One UI instead of Tizen

Samsung begins rolling out One UI for compatible smart TVsvia an update to the Tizen operating system on Monday 14th. The news was announced during the Samsung Developers Conference (SDC) 2024 held by the South Korean giant in early October.

Update coming first Televisions running Tizen 8.0, including models manufactured starting in 2023according to SamMobile. The site carried out the installation on the OLED S90C TV, which gained an interface more similar to that used on the brand’s mobile phones and tablets.

One of the changes can be seen as follows: Animation design with four spinning dots and icons for Bixby, Gallery, Samsung Internet and SmartThings It now brings a look closer to mobile devices. The Settings interface that appears when pressing the gear icon has also been changed.

THE Settings bar with rounded edges, smaller icons and modern look According to the report, Samsung is also available in One UI for smart TVs. There’s also a new look for the Bluetooth, Q-Simphony, and audio output drop-down menus, as well as the toggles that look more like buttons.

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The update also includes the “For You”, “Live” and “Apps” tabs on the TV system’s home screen, as well as the Samsung Daily+ life services center, which makes it easier to access such content. By implementing the “Watch Later” option on the content details screen, save shows to watch later.

Other new features include an updated design on the game bar, a virtual keyboard with more supported languages, and the ability to use the same mouse and keyboard on all devices connected to your Samsung account. When connecting Galaxy Watch, TV will display real-time viewing data.

THE Update usability with One UI for smart TVs It can be controlled from the “Settings” menu by following the path. Support > Software updateIf it is published, select “Update now” to install the build.