Turn Your Samsung TV into a Custom Art Gallery with SmartThings
Skip Art Store subscriptions and display personal photos on One UI Tizen TVs
Art Mode Expands Beyond The Frame TVs
Samsung’s One UI Tizen update (2025) brings Art Mode to Neo QLED and OLED TVs, extending a once-exclusive feature beyond The Frame lineup. The catch? Much of the Art Store still leans on paid content.
But there’s a workaround. Why rely on subscriptions when your own photo library can do the job?
- Art Mode now accessible on 2023 models and newer
- Custom uploads eliminate dependency on Art Store content
This shifts control back to users—your TV becomes a canvas, not a catalog.
Create a Personal Art Gallery in Minutes
Using the SmartThings app, you can upload and display your own images directly on your TV. The setup is straightforward but requires both devices to be aligned.
- Ensure TV and phone are updated
- Connect both to the same Wi-Fi network
Then follow this path:
- Open SmartThings > Devices > TV
- Hide remote > Art > My Photos > “+”
- Select images from your phone gallery
It’s as simple as casting memories onto a larger canvas—like turning your living room into a rotating digital frame.
Customize Display for a Gallery Finish
Samsung allows basic but effective customization to refine how images appear on-screen.
- Crop photos to fit display
- Add a mat frame
- Adjust mat color for aesthetic consistency
Once satisfied, tap “Apply on TV” to finalize. Want variety? Use Display All to rotate images automatically.
Known Glitch and Quick Workaround
Some users report a temporary connection error (013303) when uploading images. In at least one case, the issue resolved within minutes.
A possible workaround—though unconfirmed:
- Load a free image from Art Store “Stream” category
This may stabilize the connection, but results can vary. Could this hint at backend dependency between custom uploads and Art Store services?
TL;DR:
Samsung’s One UI Tizen update lets you create a custom TV art gallery using SmartThings. Upload personal photos, customize display settings, and bypass paid Art Store content. Some users report minor connection issues, but they may resolve quickly.
AI summary:
- Art Mode now on Neo QLED and OLED TVs
- SmartThings enables custom photo uploads
- No subscription required for personal gallery
- Basic customization options available
- Minor connection bug reported
