Samsung said on Monday it is planning to bring Google Photos to its TVs in 2026. The company said the initial version of the Google Photos integration will show curated photos and videos through the Memories feature, which will be exclusive to Samsung for six months. The company said users will need to sign in to their Google accounts to have photos and videos appear on its TVs.
For years now, Google Photos users had to either cast their photos to their Android TVs, or sideload the app in order to view photos and videos from the app on the big screen.
Samsung said the initial version of the Google Photos integration will show curated photos and videos through the Memories feature, which will be exclusive to the company. The company also said that users will need to sign in to their Google accounts to have photos and videos appear on its TVs.
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Samsung also said it plans to add support for AI-powered features like Nano Banana-powered templates, image generation and editing, and the Remix feature, which lets you convert an existing photo to a different style.
“Samsung TVs have always brought people together, and bringing Google Photos to the big screen makes that experience even more personal,” said Kevin Lee, Executive Vice President of the Customer Experience Team at the Visual Display (VD) Business of Samsung Electronics.
“Through this partnership, we help users rediscover and relive cherished moments by bringing to light the stories behind their photos — right from the comfort of their living room,” Lee added.
Samsung also said that Google Photos will expand the suite of photo-driven experiences that integrate with Samsung’s Vision AI Companion (VAC), enriching how memories are highlighted and enjoyed throughout the day.
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Samsung also said it wanted Google Photos to be “deeply woven” into the TV experience. “Imagine Photos surfacing naturally through Daily+ and Daily Board, ensuring that meaningful memories greet users throughout their day in contextual and convenient moments. The setup should be simple — users sign in with their Google Account, and their photo memories instantly appear on the big screen.”
“Google Photos is a home for people’s photos and videos, helping them organize and bring their memories to life,” said Shimrit Ben-Yair, Vice President, Google Photos and Google One.
“We’re excited to bring Google Photos to Samsung TVs — helping people enjoy their favorite photos on a larger screen and reconnect with their memories in new ways.”