Can I get iPlayer on my Samsung TV?

The BBC released an iPlayer app for Samsung’s connected TVs that allows you to access seven days’ worth of BBC TV programming on demand.

Why can’t I get iPlayer on my Samsung Smart TV?

Navigate to TV Settings –>Software Update –> Update Now. After the updates are installed, open the BBC iPlayer app and look for any sign of an error.

Why won’t my Samsung TV connect to BBC iPlayer?

Resetting the smart hub in your Samsung TV will reload all the apps currently installed. This could get iPlayer back on your screen. To do it, press the ‘Menu’ key on your remote then navigate to ‘Smart Hub’ followed by ‘Smart Hub Reset’ and finally ‘Reset Smart Hub’.

How do I update apps on my Samsung TV 2012?

  1. 1 Press the Smart Hub button.
  2. 2 Select Featured.
  3. 3 Navigate to an App that needs updating, then press and hold the Enter button until a sub menu appears.
  4. 4 Select Update apps.
  5. 5 Click Select All.
  6. 6 Select Update.
  7. Any apps with an available update will begin updating.

How do I get iPlayer on an old TV?

Make sure the device is certified to use BBC iPlayer:

  1. Go to the Getting started on a TV page.
  2. Use the manufacturer links in the table at the bottom of the page.
  3. Check the manufacturer’s page to see if the device you want is listed.

How do I put BBC iPlayer on my smart TV?

Ready? Here’s what you need to do.

  1. Open the BBC iPlayer application on your TV and select Sign In.
  2. On your mobile/tablet/computer, open your internet browser and go to www.bbc.com/account/tv.
  3. You’ll now see a screen on your mobile/tablet/computer saying “Enter the code shown on your TV”.

How do I get BBC iPlayer on my non smart TV?

You can access BBC iPlayer in one of the following ways, depending on the device: Launch the app. Use your device’s on-screen menu and episode guide….How do I use BBC iPlayer on my device?

  1. Freesat.
  2. Freeview Play.
  3. Sky.
  4. Virgin Media TiVo.
  5. YouView.
  6. Smart TVs and internet connected devices.

Why is BBC iPlayer not working on Samsung TV?

On a support page, the BBC said iPlayer will no longer be available on some Samsung Blu-ray, DVD player and set-top box devices from December 6 as they are ‘unable to support the technical requirements needed to keep BBC iPlayer going’. ‘Despite the challenge, we work hard to keep BBC iPlayer working on as many devices as possible,’ it explained.

How can I get iplayer back on my Samsung TV?

Resetting the smart hub in your Samsung TV will reload all the apps currently installed. This could get iPlayer back on your screen. To do it, press the ‘Menu’ key on your remote then navigate to ‘Smart Hub’ followed by ‘Smart Hub Reset’ and finally ‘Reset Smart Hub’.

How can I check if my Samsung TV is iPlayer certified?

Click on the year your device was released to go to a table with all certified devices from that year. Please contact Samsung if you require further information. You can read more about TV certification on the following page: How can I check if BBC iPlayer is available on a particular TV?

Are there any devices not certified for BBC iPlayer?

Devices not listed have either not reached the benchmark required for a good BBC iPlayer experience or have not yet been submitted for certification. We only support devices which are certified so you may experience issues with BBC iPlayer on uncertified devices. To search for your model number quickly: