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New Samsung TV firmware updates the UI but causes sound issues

Samsung has launched a new Tizen update for its QLED, OLED, and Neo QLED TVs from 2023, and it's a bit of a mixed bag for some users. On the one hand, the update brings some exciting visual changes to the UI, modernizing it further in areas that may have felt a little outdated. On […]

By Mihai Matei
2 months ago

AirPlay 2 support on Samsung Smart TVs rolling out with firmware update

It was confirmed back at the Consumer Electronics Show 2019 that the latest Samsung Smart TVs will get the new Apple TV app as well as support for AirPlay 2. Samsung has confirmed that starting today, all 2019 and select 2018 smart TV models will get the new Apple TV app in over 100 countries […]

By Adnan Farooqui
5 years ago

[Update: Statement] Samsung Smart TVs bricked by recent firmware update

Those who picked up a new Samsung Smart TV to watch the much-anticipated Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather fight on Saturday could be out of luck. According to The Guardian, a number of customers in the UK have had their TV bricked by a firmware update, rendering it useless. Users on Samsung's forums note that […]

By Josh L.
7 years ago

Samsung to fix automatic HDMI switching issue on select TVs via firmware update

We reported last week that automatic HDMI switching in Samsung's 2016 smart TVs was proving to be a nuisance for users. The TV automatically switches to the HDMI input when the device that's connected to it via HDMI is powered on, even when another input source is in use. Reports also suggested that affected models […]

By Adnan Farooqui
7 years ago

Xfinity Stream app not working on Samsung TV issue unfixed for months now

A frustrating issue has remained unfixed for months now, preventing Xfinity subscribers for accessing the Stream app on their Samsung TVs. Grumblings about the Xfinity Stream app not working on Samsung TV issue were first heard online about five months ago and it hasn't been fixed so far. What's happening instead is Xfinity appears to […]

By Adnan Farooqui
4 weeks ago

Keep your Samsung smart TV Tizen software up to date for the latest features

Samsung smart TVs run on the company's proprietary Tizen OS instead of Android and One UI software, but they, too, receive firmware updates, similar to Galaxy phones and tablets. Tizen OS updates can improve security, add new features, or even change the design of the user interface. A Samsung TV running 2023 software will offer […]

By Mihai Matei
3 months ago

Samsung’s Dolby Atmos surround sound alternative coming this year

In November last year, Samsung announced that it had created a new 3D spatial audio technology called IAMF (Immersive Audio Model and Formats) in partnership with Google to challenge proprietary technologies like Dolby Atmos. Now, the Korean giant has confirmed that IAMF is coming to its TVs and audio products this year. While traditional 5.1 […]

By Abhijeet Mishra
3 months ago

I’m blown away by Samsung’s Neo QLED TV

While Samsung announced a new series of Neo QLED TVs at CES 2024, it also temporarily reduced the prices of its 2023 models in many markets. These limited-time discounts allowed me to upgrade my smart TV from an entry-level 50-inch / 125cm Crystal 4K model to a Neo QLED 4K one. I've been using my […]

By Mihai Matei
4 months ago

Matter Casting is open alternative to AirPlay and Chromecast, coming to Amazon devices

AirPlay and Chromecast (Google Cast) are the world's two most popular media casting features. While AirPlay is restricted to Apple's platforms, Chromecast is largely restricted to Google's Android. It means casting media from an iPhone to a TV that only features Chromecast is not usually possible, and that puts brakes on the user experience. To […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
4 months ago

Prevent your Samsung TV from starting up in TV Plus

Samsung TV Plus is a fantastic free service available for Samsung smart TV customers in select markets. It's an ad-based platform with free access to hundreds of TV channels. Nevertheless, as great as it is for some users, the way Samsung has set up its TVs to show the Plus platforms every time they power […]

By Mihai Matei
6 months ago

Samsung Knox turns 10 years old but its big upgrade could be delayed

Samsung is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Knox security platform. Indeed, Samsung announced Knox a little over a decade ago at Mobile World Congress 2013. And as the company put it in a recent celebratory announcement, the platform has since evolved into a holistic security solution that protects billions of consumers and businesses. Knox […]

By Mihai Matei
12 months ago

Five or more reasons why Samsung is the best Android phone brand

Samsung is the best Android smartphone manufacturer around, bar none. Even though no OEM is perfect, no matter the company's past mistakes, Samsung remains the best choice, and it's easy to see why. But if you're in doubt, here's why Samsung is the market leader. Samsung cares about customer support and build quality Samsung offers […]

By Mihai Matei
1 year ago

Three features I wish Samsung would collaborate on with Google

Of late, Samsung has been working extremely closely with Google and Microsoft. The South Korean firm co-developed Wear OS 3 with Google, gaining one-year exclusive access to the new wearable operating system for its smartwatches. From time to time, even Microsoft releases new features exclusive to Samsung Galaxy devices for the first few weeks. As […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
1 year ago

Why do we choose Samsung? Is it blind fandom or is there more to this?

It goes without saying that SamMobile is a Samsung fan website. It's in the name, after all. But from where does this dedication stem? Is it blind fandom? Or do we have good reasons for supporting this mobile brand? Why not another? Why Samsung, in particular? Is it because it's the top smartphone company? Are […]

By Mihai Matei
1 year ago

Using Game Mode on Samsung smart TVs to improve the gaming experience

Most Samsung smart TVs have a built-in Game Mode designed for use when connecting a gaming console, such as an Xbox Series S/X, a PlayStation 5, or a Nintendo Switch. The mode should turn itself ON automatically whenever the TV detects a gaming console connection via the appropriate HDMI port, but this is not always […]

By Mihai Matei
1 year ago

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