We have exciting news for Samsung smart monitor users. The recent Tizen 8 One UI update that Samsung released for select smart TVs from 2023 is reaching more devices. The company is now rolling out the firmware to select smart monitors.
For those of you who might not know, many Samsung smart monitors from the Odyssey, Smart Monitor, and ViewFinity lineups run Tizen OS and come with TV remotes. They are full-fledged smart devices and are compatible with the SmartThings platform.
These characteristics enable Samsung to offer a complete stand-alone experience that is unlike anything from other monitor OEMs.
It also means that smart monitors receive OS upgrades, similar to TVs relatively regularly. And the big Tizen 8 update is now rolling out.
At SDC24, Samsung confirmed that it wants to unify the mobile and smart home experiences through One UI. The first part of that plan is to release a One UI-themed Tizen 8 update for smart TVs and Smart Monitors.
The update first landed on select OLED and Neo QLED TVs and gradually made its way into more regions, including North America and Europe. Now, a community post on the official Samsung forums confirms that One UI is rolling out on the Smart Monitor series.
If you have a Samsung smart monitor powered by Tizen OS, you can check whether the new One UI-themed firmware update is available for your device by opening “All Settings,” navigating to “Support,” selecting “Software update,” and tapping “Update now.”
If this new update is anything like Tizen 8 for smart TVs — and it should be — then you will have many new upgrades and changes to look forward to, including smoother animations and a more responsive UI.
Below is the full changelog copied over from smart TVs, which should largely correspond to smart monitors — but might not be applicable 100% across the board:
[Notify Update]
- This upgrade includes changes and improvements as listed below.
- The exact changes may differ depending on your device model, country, etc.
- Some of the features that change may require you to sign in to a Samsung account.
- Please keep your device up to date and regularly check for software updates.
- Once you install this version of the OS, you cannot uninstall or revert back to the previous version
[Samsung Tizen OS Updated]
- Samsung Tizen OS version Ingrade from 7 to & including open-sources and new features.
- Upgrading the web engine from version 94 to 108 in Samsung Tizen OS 8.0
[Home Screen]
- For you tab (personalized recommendations), Live tab and Apps tab have been implemented, allowing easy access to the content and apps you want.
[Watch Later]
- The “Watch Later” feature has been added to the content details screen, enabling users to save preferred content in a Watch Later list and enjoy it conveniently.
[Samsung Daily+]
- A lifestyle service hub that provides useful daily life experiences has been added to the Home screen.
[Search]
- Recently searched content and related content have been implemented as recommendations.
[Multi Control]
- You can control multiple Samsung devices signed in with the same Samsung account using the same keyboard and mouse.
[Workout Tracker]
- By connecting your Galaxy Watch, real-time workout data, including calorie consumption and heart rate, can be monitored. For more details, refer to the guide available on Daily+.
[Remote Setting/123/Colour Button]
- Based on usage history and present circumstances, tailored channel and setting recommendations can be provided
[SmartThings]
- loT cameras can be used through the Smart Things app on mobile devices
[Accessibility]
- The Accessibility Shortcut can rearrange its options according to usage frequency.
[Programme guide]
- The design has been updated to enhance user convenience and “Samsung TV Plus” has been added as a new category.
[On-screen keypad]
- Supported languages have been expanded. The mouse Drag & Drop feature has been enhanced, and when a mobile device is connected, the input pad will be displayed on the mobile screen automatically.
[Game Bar]
- The game bar interface has been changed to the latest design.
[Multi View]
- Zoom in screens on request. When mirroring a mobile device, you can use keyboard and mouse controls.
[Daily Board]
- With Daily Board, you can decorate the screen with beautiful wallpapers and useful widgets – even when the screen is off.
[ConnecTime]
- New features include video calls, messaging, and mobile screen sharing for TV and mobile.
[Security undate]
- Enhanced data protection measures have been implemented (Samsung account sign-in required.
[Q-Symphony]
- Wi-Fi Speaker Surround Setup has been upgraded to Q-Symphony, enabling connection to the Music Frame.
[Notice of change in supported apps]
- Certain apps may not be compatible with Samsung Tizen OS 8.0. Check compatibility with app providers before upgrading your device.
Image Credit: Samsung
