Samsung to Integrate Google Photos into AI TVs: Relive Memories on the Big Screen

New Delhi, December 29, 2025: Samsung Electronics has announced a major partnership with Google to bring Google Photos directly to its AI TV lineup. This integration marks a significant shift in how families interact with their digital archives, transforming the living room television from a mere content streamer into a cinematic, personal gallery.

Planned for a phased rollout starting in early 2026, the collaboration aims to help users “rediscover and relive cherished moments” using Samsung’s advanced Vision AI and Google’s cloud capabilities.

A Cinematic Gallery in Your Living Room

For years, viewing phone photos on a TV required clunky screen-mirroring or third-party casting. The new native integration allows users to sign in with their Google Account once to have their entire library instantly accessible.

The experience is designed to be contextual and effortless. Samsung’s “Vision AI Companion” (VAC) will work behind the scenes to surface relevant photos and videos on the TV’s Daily+ and Daily Board screens. This means your TV could automatically display a “trip to the beach” memory while the device is in ambient mode, or show a curated slideshow of family birthdays during a morning routine.

Key Features and AI Enhancements

The partnership isn’t just about viewing static images; it introduces several AI-driven features powered by Google’s Gemini Nano model:

• Curated Memories: Starting in March 2026, Samsung TVs will exclusively feature “Memories”—stories organized by people, places, and meaningful events. This feature will remain exclusive to Samsung for the first six months.
• Create with AI: Launching in the second half of 2026, users can use themed templates to transform still photos into short videos or use a “Remix” feature to change the art style of their pictures.
• Personalized Results: The TV will allow users to search and view related photos based on specific topics like “hiking,” “Paris,” or “ocean,” creating instant, thematic slideshows.

Supported Models and Availability

The feature will debut on the 2026 AI TV models (including Neo QLED, OLED, and The Frame) and will be extended to select older models via Tizen OS software updates starting in March 2026.

Why It Matters

As TVs become more integrated with our smart homes, Samsung is betting on personalization to stay ahead. By weaving Google Photos into the “Daily Board,” the TV becomes a passive storyteller rather than just a black rectangle on the wall.

“Samsung TVs have always brought people together,” said Kevin Lee, Executive VP at Samsung Electronics. “Bringing Google Photos to the big screen makes that experience even more personal, allowing stories to come to light right from the comfort of the living room.”