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Google Photos finally arrives on Samsung TVs, but not all models

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Why This Matters

The rollout of Google Photos on select Samsung TVs marks a significant step in enhancing smart TV functionality, allowing users to access and enjoy their photo memories on a larger screen. This integration improves the user experience by leveraging Google's photo management features directly on the TV, though it is limited to certain 2026 models. As smart TV capabilities expand, such integrations signal a move towards more personalized and connected home entertainment ecosystems.

Key Takeaways

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TL;DR Google Photos integration has rolled out to Samsung TVs.

You’ll be able to access your memories through the Daily Plus row, Daily Plus app launcher, and Daily Board widget.

This integration is only available on eligible 2026 Samsung TVs.

Wish that you could view all of your favorite photos on the biggest screen in your home? Right before the end of 2025, Samsung announced it was working to bring Google Photos to its TVs. If you’ve been patiently waiting for this integration, then good news, Google Photos support has arrived.

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Google has announced that Photos integration is here for Samsung TVs. With this integration, the app will “take full advantage of the unique capabilities and size the TV offers for a compelling, immersive experience.” Once you sign into Google Photos on your TV, you’ll find your pictures in the Daily Plus row, Daily Plus app launcher, and Daily Board widget.

What is your favorite Google Photos feature? 303 votes Memories. 25 % Face and pet recognition. 31 % Automatic albums. 14 % Cross-device syncing. 24 % Something else (let us know in the comments!). 6 %

As the Mountain View-based firm explains: Daily Plus row: You can scroll through a selection of your memories that refresh automatically.

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