Samsung Partners with Google for Tizen TV Photo Integration

Samsung Electronics has announced a partnership with Google to integrate Google Photos directly into its Tizen-powered televisions, marking the first native support for the popular photo and video service on the company's devices. The rollout is scheduled to begin in early 2026, allowing users to view and interact with their libraries on the big screen without relying on casting or third-party workarounds.

The integration will debut with the Memories feature in March 2026, which curates photos and videos into stories based on people, locations, and significant moments. This capability will be exclusive to Samsung TVs for the first six months, giving the Korean tech giant a temporary lead in bringing the service to living rooms. Users will simply sign in with their Google account to access their content, with photos surfacing seamlessly through Samsung's Daily+ and Daily Board interfaces, as well as its Vision AI Companion voice assistant. The goal is to embed memories into everyday TV use, such as contextual displays during navigation or idle screens.

Later in 2026, additional AI-driven tools will enhance the experience. The Create with AI feature, powered by Google's Gemini...