How to Update Apps on Samsung Smart TVs: 4 Simple Steps

Learning how to update apps on Samsung Smart TVs has helped me keep streaming, gaming, and family apps running without random glitches or crashes.

How to update apps on Samsung Smart TVs: The quick version

Step 1: Turn on Auto Update for all apps

I always start by turning on Auto Update so I don’t think about individual app versions every week. Once I switch this on, the TV quietly updates my apps whenever it has a good internet connection.​​

Here is how I enable Auto Update on my Samsung Smart TV:

• Press the Home button on the Samsung remote to open the main screen.​​
• Move down to Apps and press OK to open the Samsung app store.​​
• In Apps, go to the Settings gear icon in the top right and select it.​​
• Highlight Auto Update and switch it to On so the label or toggle clearly shows it as enabled.​​

After I do this, new versions of my favorite apps install automatically, which means I see fewer “update required” pop‑ups when I just want to watch or play.​​

Step 2: Manually update or reinstall a single app

Even with Auto Update on, some apps lag behind or feel glitchy. When that happens, I go into the Apps settings and update or reinstall just that one app so I know I’m running the latest release.​​

Here is how I manually update an app on a Samsung Smart TV:

• Press Home, go to Apps, and open it to see the store and installed apps.​
• In Apps, select the Settings gear icon to open App Settings.​​
• Scroll through the installed apps list and highlight the app that needs attention.​
• If I see an Update button for that app, I select Update and wait for the progress to finish.​​
• If there is no Update button, I choose Reinstall instead, which pulls the newest version from Samsung’s servers.​​

I use this step mainly when one app misbehaves while the rest of the TV works fine, because it gives me a clean refresh without changing every other app.​​

Step 3: Update Samsung TV software to keep apps stable

When several apps feel slow, crash often, or never show new features, I usually suspect the TV software itself. Updating the TV firmware often unlocks newer app versions and fixes strange bugs in the app store.​​

Here is how I update the software on my Samsung Smart TV:

• Press Home and open Settings from the main menu.​​
• Go to Support and select Software Update.​​
• Choose Update Now and let the TV search for a newer version.​​
• If an update appears, I follow the prompts and wait until the TV completes the download and restarts.​​

After a software update, I like to open Apps again and confirm Auto Update still shows as On, so future app updates continue automatically.​​

Step 4: Fix stuck updates with quick checks

Sometimes updates still act strangely even after I follow all the official steps. When that happens, I run through a short checklist, so I don’t waste time guessing which setting broke.​

Here is how I fix apps that refuse to update on my Samsung TV:

1. Check the internet: I open a browser or another streaming app to see if the TV actually has a stable connection.​
2. Toggle Auto Update: I go to Apps > Settings, switch Auto Update Off, wait a moment, then turn it back On.​​
3. Reinstall the app: For one stubborn app, I uninstall and reinstall it from App Settings so it pulls a clean copy.​​
4. Power‑cycle the TV: I turn the TV off, unplug it for a bit, plug it back in, and try the update again.​

If nothing works and the app still will not update, I check if other owners report the same issue, which usually means the app developer or Samsung needs to push a fix.

Keep Weekend and other favorites up to date

It’s important to know how to update apps on a Samsung Smart TV. Once you’ve got everything current, you can avoid last‑second update prompts and keep the apps your family actually uses running well. It starts to feel effortless to jump from streaming into a quick round of games without any update roadblocks.

Weekend turns your Samsung Smart TV into a party‑ready game hub you can fire up in seconds. With voice‑powered titles built for the living room, you keep the apps that always bring energy to the room and let automatic updates handle the rest in the background.

With Weekend, you can load up a whole game‑night rotation with:

• Jeopardy!, so you can shout out clues and compete for high scores like you’re on the actual quiz show podium.
• Song Quiz, which throws rapid‑fire music clips at you and challenges everyone on the couch to name that tune before the timer runs out.
• Wit's End, you speak your adventure out loud and let the AI game master build a whole fantasy story in real time.
• CoComelon: Sing & Play with JJ, which turns your TV into a family sing‑along stage where kids follow on‑screen prompts and belt out nursery rhymes with JJ.

Take advantage of the 7‑day free trial and try Weekend on your Samsung Smart TV.

FAQs

How do I update apps on Samsung Smart TV so Weekend stays current?

To update apps on Samsung Smart TV so Weekend stays current, turn on Auto Update in Home > Apps > Settings. That way, Weekend and your other favorites refresh in the background without me having to check each one.

Can I force an update for Weekend on my Samsung Smart TV?

Yes, you can force an update for Weekend by going to Home > Apps > Settings, highlighting Weekend, and using Update or Reinstall. I do this when I want the very latest features or I notice anything glitchy.

Why does Weekend feel slow or outdated on my Samsung TV?

If Weekend feels slow or outdated, check that your apps update automatically, then reinstall Weekend and run a TV software update. After that, the game menus and rounds usually feel smoother and more responsive.

Do I need to update Samsung TV software for Weekend to work best?

No, you don’t always need a software update, but Weekend usually runs best when your Samsung TV firmware is current. I use Settings > Support > Software Update > Update Now so the system matches what Weekend expects.

Will updating apps or reinstalling Weekend erase my fun?

No, updating apps does not usually erase anything, but reinstalling Weekend can sign you out. I keep my account info handy so I can log back in quickly and jump right into Jeopardy!, Song Quiz, or my other go‑to games.

How can I get the Weekend app on my Samsung Smart TV?

To get the Weekend app on your Samsung Smart TV, open the Samsung Apps store from the Home screen, search for “Weekend,” then install Weekend. Be sure to pin it on your main row so you can jump into Jeopardy!, Song Quiz, and other titles in a few clicks.