Samsung expands One UI to all home appliances with 7-year updates

Samsung is expanding its One UI software platform beyond smartphones, tablets and wearables to its entire home appliance lineup, bringing a unified, Galaxy-inspired interface to refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, air conditioners and other WiFi-enabled devices. The move, announced as part of Samsung’s broader software strategy, covers cross-device services such as Bixby, Gallery, Samsung TV Plus and enhanced SmartThings connectivity, and will come with up to seven years of software updates beginning with appliances launched in 2024. Rollout of the updates is planned to begin in September, with Now Brief, a contextual information feature, arriving on supported appliances in 2026.

The core goal is to deliver a cohesive and intuitive experience across all Samsung devices, regardless of screen size or product category. One UI on home appliances will mirror familiar design elements and workflows from Galaxy devices, enabling users to access common apps and services and to control devices through a single ecosystem. Samsung notes that some features and services, including Bixby and SmartThings, will be available in certain countries and languages, so availability may vary by region.