Samsung Redesigned Its SmartThings App for iOS
The latest software update adopts the Apple Liquid Glass design language across the interface.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Appliances
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Samsung has released version 1.7.51 of its SmartThings app for iOS users worldwide. The update features a lighter color scheme, a floating navigation bar, and pill-shaped design elements.
Why it matters
This redesign aligns the Samsung platform with Apple aesthetic standards to improve visual consistency for iOS users. It centralizes control and monitoring capabilities for connected home devices into a more modern, streamlined interface.
The update introduces a new interface with five main tabs and dynamic energy summary cards. While home screen device cards are now resizable, certain legacy device plugins for air conditioners remain in the older design.
The players
Samsung
A multinational technology conglomerate that manufactures consumer electronics and develops integrated software ecosystems for smart home management.
Apple
A global technology company that sets design standards for the iOS ecosystem, including the Liquid Glass design language used by third-party developers.
The details
Users can now manipulate their home environment through a resizable and movable TV virtual remote that supports a dedicated Light Mode. Interaction remains straightforward, as users can simply tap device icons on the home screen to trigger specific actions.
Timeline
September 29, 2026: The redesigned SmartThings app version 1.7.51 was released.
Roadmap
This transition to Apple Liquid Glass reflects a broader industry shift where major hardware manufacturers prioritize platform-native aesthetics to retain users on competitive operating systems. By mirroring the visual cues of the host platform, Samsung reduces friction for its smart home ecosystem across non-proprietary hardware.
iOS users will notice a lighter interface and a floating navigation bar that simplifies how they manage their connected appliances. The new dynamic cards provide an immediate view of energy usage and alerts without requiring the user to dive deep into individual menus.
The takeaway
The update enhances usability by allowing users to customize their interface through resizable device cards and a flexible virtual remote. Owners of older appliances should be aware that some specific device plugins will continue to use the previous design until further updates are released.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by SamMobile.
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