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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the expansion of its proprietary One UI platform to its home appliance lineup, delivering a unified and intuitive software experience across smartphones, TVs and now smart appliances. As a part of this initiative, smart appliances will be receiving software updates for 7 years after launching , starting from 2024-launched home appliances being updated in September .<\/p>\n
\u201cBy bringing One UI to smart appliances, we are transforming the way people interact with technology in their homes,\u201d said Jeong Seung Moon, EVP and Head of the R&D Team of the Digital Appliances (DA) Business at Samsung Electronics. \u201cThis consistency ensures that the experience feels natural and familiar across all our devices.\u201d<\/p>\n
A Unified Software Experience Across Samsung Products<\/p>\n
With One UI, Samsung is unifying the user experience for the product categories of mobile devices, TVs and home appliances through the application of consistent design elements and functionality. This includes Apps & Services like Bixby , Gallery and Samsung TV Plus, which are being made available across various types of screens to enable seamless device interaction and media consumption. Device Connectivity is also enhanced through SmartThings, integrating the home\u2019s devices into a unified ecosystem with easy access to helpful services like Family Care, Pet Care and Home Care . When it comes to Common UI, users will get the benefit of familiar interfaces like Now Brief , which deliver personalized and relevant information at a glance. Now Brief offers family members a curated selection of useful content, including daily weather updates, family schedules, tailored recipes, and home insights such as how much time is left on the washing machine.<\/p>\n
7-Year Software Support for Smart Appliances<\/p>\n
Wi-Fi-enabled Samsung home appliances will be eligible for software updates for up to seven years after launching, starting from models launched in 2024. This commitment supports product longevity, enhanced functionality and prolonged security throughout the product lifecycle.<\/p>\n
Coming This September: Updates for 2024 Smart Appliances<\/p>\n
Beginning in September, eligible 2024 launched models will be receiving various software updates that bring enhancements in usability, intelligence and security:<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Upgraded Security: Knox Matrix , Samsung\u2019s comprehensive security solution extending protection across devices based on private block chain technology, will be extended to Wi-Fi\u00a0 enabled refrigerators, washers and dryers, air conditioners, EHS, and slide-in induction ranges launched in 2024 . All of these products will be protected through Trust Chain, which allows connected appliances to monitor each other\u2019s security status. Screen-equipped models like the refrigerator with Family Hub or 9\u201d screen and Bespoke AI washers with the 7\u201d screen will also be receiving advanced protections like encrypted Credential Sync and Passkey support. These screen appliances will also be updated with the Knox Security dashboard provided on 2025 models, which allow users to easily monitor the security status of connected appliances in real time.<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Smarter Features: Refrigerators with the Family Hub\u2122 and 9\u201d screens will benefit from the upgraded AI Vision Inside applied to 2025 products, which now supports the recognition of frequently used packaged foods in addition to a larger number of fresh foods . Bixby\u00a0 is also upgraded to support Voice ID, allowing it to recognize user voices and provide personalized experiences on shared devices. Users can also enable Bixby quickly and intuitively by simply double tapping on the screen.<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Service Expansion: Samsung TV Plus, supported on refrigerators with Family Hub, will also expand to Canada, Brazil and India in addition to the originally supported countries , and 7\u2033-screen washing machines will support eight additional Indian local languages such as Bengali, Punjabi, and Gujarati .<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Refined Interface: A refreshed One UI design \u2014 first seen on 2025 appliances \u2014 will come to 2024 models like refrigerators, washers, ranges and EHS products, offering intuitive navigation and region-specific settings.<\/p>\n
By expanding One UI across product lines, Samsung is realizing its vision of a cohesive, intelligent and secure home \u2014 where users enjoy familiar interfaces, personalized services and consistent control regardless of screen or device.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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