How to perform a software update on your TV (2024)

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How to do a software update on TV? ›

For Android TV models: On the remote control, press the HELP button, and select Status & Diagnostics → System software update → Check if the Automatically check for update or Automatically software download setting is set to ON. Note: If Status & Diagnostics is not shown, skip it.

Most devices have a function that lets manufacturers send software upgrades to their products in order to add new features to your box or fix bugs in the software. The latest TVs and boxes will alert you with a pop-up message on your TV screen when there's a software update.

Open your device's Settings app. Tap System. Software update.

Every once in a while, your smart TV or smart monitor will receive software updates to add new features or fix bugs. No matter what model you have, keeping your software up to date is very important. You can update your TV or monitor's software over the internet or using a USB flash drive.

Go to Settings > All Settings > Support. Select Software Update. Select Check for Updates and if an update is available Download and Install. If you wish to have the TV update automatically, set Auto Update to on.

Keeping your TV software up to date means you'll have the very latest features from manufacturers and that any bugs will be fixed, to improve how the service works. Updating your device should be simple – you just need to follow the on-screen process.

A software update takes approximately 15 to 30 minutes to complete. You will not be able to use the TV while the update is ongoing. WARNING: There is a risk of hardware damage: During the installation of the update, do not power off the TV or disconnect it from the AC power outlet.

There are various factors like connection and server errors that may prevent the television to complete the software update from being downloaded properly from the website. In addition, downloading a software update requires a stable high-speed internet connection.

New, improved, or fixed software, which replaces older versions of the same software. For example, updating an operating system brings it up-to-date with the latest drivers, system utilities, and security software. The software publisher often provides updates free of charge.

Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Windows Update. In the Windows Update window, select either important updates are available or optional updates are available.

What is one way to update software? ›

In the search bar in the Control Panel, type update. Under Windows Update, click Check for updates. It may take a moment for Windows to search for updates. Once it does, if there are any updates available it will prompt you to install them.

You can use an external streaming device to turn your regular TV into a smart TV. These are small dongles or boxes with internet connectivity that support video and music streaming services. Some well-known streaming devices you may have heard of include Google TV, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick and Google Chromecast.

When you set your apps to auto-update, you won't have to worry about updating them again. Let your smart TV take care of it for you. To automatically update the installed apps, please note that automatic update is enabled only when the TV is connected to the Internet.

From your TV's main menu, navigate to your app store or the 'Add Channel' section. Whether you are craving a new game, a fitness app, or another streaming service, simply type the name of the app you wish to add in the search bar. Once located, select the app and follow the prompts to install it.

Keeping your TV software up to date means you'll have the very latest features from manufacturers and that any bugs will be fixed, to improve how the service works. Updating your device should be simple – you just need to follow the on-screen process.