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What is SmartThings Safety Button Free? This service is an in-app communication tool to send alerts to other members in your SmartThings Location. If you press the Safety button other members will receive a SmartThings push notification that shows a map of your location with a message requesting your help.  How do I set up SmartThings Safety Button Free? Navigate to the More tab in the bottom right corner of the SmartThings app. Select the Safe icon and follow the instructions to designate  How do I add more Location Members to SmartThings so they can see my Safe notifications? From the Home tab, tap the ‘+’ sign next to the options menu (three dots) in the upper right corner. After tapping the ‘+’ sign, select the last option in the dropdown menu: ‘Invite Members.’ Enter their email addresses associated with their SmartThings account (user must create a SmartThings account in order to be added as a Member) of the people you’d like to add. Once they accept, they’ll begin receiving your Safe Button notifications. Do my Location Members need to be using the SmartThings app? Location Members must have the SmartThings app downloaded and set up a SmartThings account to become a Location Member. (add this to the blog) Can Location Members respond to the notification? Location Members will be prompted to contact the user via Phone Call or SMS What if my Location Member has push notifications turned off? Will they still get the notification? No, Location Members must have push notifications turned on in order to receive the Safe notifications. App notification settings can be found in your mobile phone settings.  Can you add this to the quick panel on your Galaxy mobile so you don't necessarily have to open up the app to call for help? Yes, in the Device card select Settings in the upper right corner and select Add to Home Screen What regions will have access to SmartThings Safe Button Free? SmartThings Safe Button (Free) will be available globally with the exception of China. Can I use this service outside my home? Yes, SmartThings Safety Button Free can be used at home or on the go from your mobile device.  Can I configure automations and routines with the Safe virtual button? Not at this time How does SmartThings Safe Button (Free) differ from SmartThings Family Care? The Safe button is for manual, user-triggered Help requests to Location Members. Family Care notifications are device or routine-triggered notifications for daily health routines.  How does this differ from the S.O.S. service available on mobile devices? Safe is a complementary service to mobile phone SOS services. At this time Safe is for user-triggered help requests only. Safe Button (Free) does not support fall detection or crash detection.  Will emergency services be alerted through the SmartThings Safe Button (Free) alerts? The SmartThings Safe Free experience does NOT send help messages to emergency service operators. Do I need Location Services on in order to send my real-time location information? Yes, Users need to enable Location Sharing on their mobile device. For Galaxy and Android devices navigate to Settings > Location > App permission > Select SmartThings and select Allow All the Time. For iOS phones navigate to Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services > SmartThings > select Always and make sure Precise Location is turned on.  Does SmartThings Safe (Free) work on my smart watch? Users can receive push notifications from the Safe service on their Galaxy Watch and Apple Watches. At this time you cannot request Help from your watch. 

From morning coffee to movie night, discover how simple smart living can be with Eve devices now available on Samsung.com Building a smart home doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, with the right tools, it can fit naturally into your daily routines, saving time, energy, and even money along the way. SmartThings continues to make it easier than ever to create a connected home. For the first time, devices from some of our partners are available to purchase directly on Samsung.com— alongside your favorite Samsung products that connect with SmartThings to automate your home, monitor energy use, and help you enjoy a more convenient life every day.   We’re excited to welcome Eve as one of the first Works with SmartThings brands featured on Samsung.com. Known for its beautifully designed, energy-efficient, and easy-to-use smart home products, read on to learn why Eve is the perfect brand to kick off your smart home experience.  Smarter Mornings Picture this: you wake up, grab your phone, and your day starts with a tap in the SmartThings app. Your bedside lamp, plugged into the Eve Energy Smart Plug, turns on automatically. The coffee maker kicks in without you pressing a button. And while you’re getting ready, your Samsung TV shows you how much energy your devices used overnight. With SmartThings routines, the Eve Energy Smart Plug becomes part of your morning flow, helping you save time and start the day on your terms. Device features include: Instantly turns any device into a smart device—just plug it in. Works with SmartThings Energy to help you monitor usage trends, set automations, and get energy-saving tips. Turn devices on and off with a simple tap, automatically based on your routines or by using your voice. Control remotely through the SmartThings app (available for both Android and iOS). Track real-time energy consumption and take charge of your savings. All you need is a SmartThings Hub; get started with the latest Samsung TVs, which come equipped with a built-in hub with Matter over Thread functionality.  Take Control of Energy Use Ever wonder which devices are quietly driving up your energy bill? By connecting a device to an Eve Energy Smart Plug, you can see exactly how much power each device is using in real-time, as well as predict what the annual cost will be. This, combined with SmartThings Energy (an energy-monitoring service within the SmartThings app), will help spot energy hogs (like the fan that runs all night) and set up automations to reduce waste. You’ll get clear insights, personalized tips, and the satisfaction of knowing your smart home is also a sustainable one.  Smarter Evenings with Your TV When it’s time to unwind, your Samsung TV does more than stream movies. With a built-in SmartThings Hub, it can connect directly to the Eve Energy Smart Plug. Use SmartThings Quick Panel to turn on the lamps, turn off devices in another room, or check if you accidentally left something running—all from the couch. Access the Quick Panel by pressing the 123 keys on your Samsung TV remote and selecting the SmartThings icon.  Samsung TVs with built-in SmartThings Hub and Thread Border Router include the following models: 2025 QN990F, QN950F, QN90F, S95F, QN90F, S90F, QN85F, S85F, QN80F, QN70F, Q8F,LS03F(The Frame) 2024 QN900D, QN850D, QN800D, QN95D, S95D, QN90D, S90D, QN85D, S85D, QN80D, Q80D, Q70D, Q60D, 32Q60D, DU900*, 85DU8000, LS01D (The Serif), LS03D(The Frame) 2023 QN900C, QN800C, QN95C, S95C, S90C, QN90C, QN85C, Q80C, Q70C, Q60C, 32Q60C Why Start with Eve? Eve products are designed to be easy for anyone to use, whether you’re tech-savvy or just curious about the smart home. With a simple setup, clean design, and compatibility with both Android and iOS, they’re the perfect entry point into SmartThings. Use the SmartThings app to control multiple Matter-enabled devices with a single command and save yourself the hassle of running to and fro: A “Movie Night” scene can shut your blinds, turn on your mood lights, and switch on your Samsung TV. Or, when coming home, a motion sensor can automatically turn on your lights connected to Eve Energy. Eve is just the beginning. Stay tuned as more Works with SmartThings partners join Samsung.com, expanding your options for building a home that adapts to you. Shop Eve’s products and other Works with SmartThings devices now on Samsung.com. 

Security, Convenience, and Connection in One Experience A smart home should make life easier, safer, and more connected, but achieving that takes devices that work together seamlessly. That’s where our partnership with Level comes in. By combining SmartThings’ automations with Level’s thoughtfully designed smart locks, homeowners can enjoy convenience and security without visual clutter. Smart Locks That Disappear Into Your Home Level has built a reputation for smart locks that are both functional and unobtrusive. From the newly updated Level Lock, Level Bolt, and all-new Level Lock Pro, its products integrate advanced technology inside a minimal, elegant design.  Homeowners don’t have to choose between aesthetics and security; the locks look like a traditional lock, with invisible smart technology inside and are packed with features. The new Level Lock Pro features door status detection, Matter support, fast responsiveness, and extended battery life. Whether you use a fob, the app, or a physical key, the lock ensures secure access while keeping the look of your door clean and simple. Matter Makes Smart Homes Smarter Level’s integration with Matter-over-Thread allows locks to communicate with SmartThings without complicated setup. For homeowners, this means they can manage their locks, check their status, and integrate them into routines from a single platform. Through SmartThings, Level locks can trigger actions like turning on lights, adjusting the thermostat, or playing music when someone comes home.  Sustainability Through Smarter Design Efficiency is another benefit. Level locks use a single CR2 battery, consuming far less energy than typical AA-powered locks. When combined with Thread’s low-power mesh network, the system extends battery life and reduces overall energy use, helping homeowners create a more sustainable smart home. A Partnership Focused on Simplicity By partnering with SmartThings, Level ensures its locks don’t just secure a home; they become part of a connected ecosystem that simplifies everyday life. Our collaboration demonstrates how interoperability and thoughtful design can make technology feel less like a collection of devices, and more like a cohesive, intuitive experience. With SmartThings and Level working together, homeowners get the best of both worlds: innovative, invisible smart locks and the automation tools to make a home smarter, safer, and more convenient. Discover how Level locks can enhance your smart home at Level.co, and download the SmartThings app to see how they work together. 

Small, thoughtful automations that make school-day mornings smoother, afternoons calmer, and bedtimes easier, without adding more screens. The first week back always tells the truth about your home. Shoes pile up near the door, lunch boxes reappear at odd hours, and bedtimes drift later than anyone intends. It’s a lot of moving parts for a family, and exactly where a few thoughtful automations can make life feel calmer. Not flashy, not fussy, just…easier. With SmartThings, “kid-friendly” doesn’t mean handing children an app. It means the house quietly adapts to your rhythm, lights that greet you when your hands are full, temperatures that settle down at bedtime, and gentle reminders that help the day stay on track. Think of it as the invisible choreography behind smoother mornings and softer evenings. Mornings that start themselves Back-to-school mornings are a sprint. The goal isn’t perfection; it’s momentum. That’s why we like to start in the hallway. A small motion sensor by the bedrooms or stairs can bring lights up automatically just enough to guide sleepy feet, and then fade away on their own, so no one thinks about switches. In the kitchen, lights lift a little brighter and the thermostat nudges toward “wide-awake.” If you use a smart plug for your kettle or coffee grinder, it can click on with the first sign of movement. None of this needs explanation for kids. They don’t have to learn a new screen. The lights “just work,” and you keep two hands on breakfast and backpacks. The after-school landing zone Afternoons are their own story: doors opening, snacks happening, homework looming. A simple contact sensor on the back door or garage can send you a heads-up when the first person gets home, useful if you’re finishing a meeting or still on your commute. Inside, an entry light can switch on automatically and favorite devices, like a lamp or purifier, can start via smart plugs, making the house feel welcoming without anyone saying, “Alexa, turn on the…” Presence can also help with the “Did we leave anything on?” question. When the last family member leaves, SmartThings can turn off stray lights and non-essentials, then restore comfort when the first person returns. It’s a quiet energy-saver that adds up, especially as schedules get busier. Homework that looks the part Environment matters. If you’ve ever watched your kid’s attention drift under bright overheads, try a dedicated “Homework” routine: task lighting at the desk, overheads dimmed a notch, notifications turned down for an hour. The difference is subtle but real — focused light signals focused time. When homework’s done, a single tap can slide the room into “Play” or “Dinner,” and the day keeps flowing. If allergies or fall colds are a thing in your house, a smart plug can power a compact purifier or humidifier during study time, then switch off automatically. It’s one less knob to remember. Evenings that unwind on cue As bedtime creeps earlier with the school year, lighting is your friend. Warm, lower light in bedrooms and hallways sets the tone, think amber over blue. A “Wind-Down” routine can dim lamps, lower the thermostat a couple of degrees, and start white noise on a nursery plug, all on a schedule you choose. If you have a child who wakes easily, a motion sensor in the hallway can bring up a soft night path and fade it out again, without anyone reaching for switches. “Did someone open the side door?” School nights are busy, and small safety checks go a long way. A contact sensor on a window or side door can nudge you if it’s opened after bedtime; another on the garage can remind you if it’s still up when you settle in. The goal isn’t constant alerts, just the right ones. Review them together, keep what’s helpful, and let the rest go. Set it up once, then forget it The basics come together quickly: Add a couple of Works with SmartThings bulbs or switches where you need hands-free lighting most (hallways, entry, playroom). Drop a motion sensor in high-traffic spots and a contact sensor on a door you care about. Use a smart plug for the few things you repeatedly switch on and off (kettle, lamp, purifier, white noise). Create a few routines —Morning, Homework, Wind-Down—and trigger them by time, motion, temperature, or when people arrive/leave. From there, you can make it your own. Pin the kids’ rooms and the entryway to Favorites in the SmartThings app so everyday controls are a tap away. If you like a bird’s-eye view, organize devices by room so it’s obvious what’s on and where. Start small, expand with confidence You don’t need to overhaul the house to feel a difference. Many products connect directly to SmartThings; certain sensors and Thread/Zigbee devices may require a compatible hub. Either way, you can mix brands as long as they’re labeled Works with SmartThings (and supported by your setup), then build up room by room. Back-to-school season asks a lot of families. The right automations don’t add another “system” to manage—they quietly remove friction so you can focus on the people in front of you. Start with one hallway light or one evening routine, and let your home take it from there. Start your smart home experience today on Samsung.com and shop key products.

New role-based features, global availability, real-time alerts, and deeper health integrations designed for modern caregiving Caregiving is becoming an everyday reality for millions of Americans. In fact, 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. provides some form of care to a loved one, according to the Mayo Clinic. Whether it’s managing medication schedules, checking in throughout the day, or coordinating doctor’s visits, caregiving can be rewarding, but it can also be overwhelming. SmartThings Family Care is a service designed to bring peace of mind to caregivers and support daily independence for those receiving care. SmartThings Family Care is built into the SmartThings app on Galaxy smartphones and works with SmartThings-connected devices to make caregiving more intuitive, efficient, and proactive. With its latest update, SmartThings Family Care expands its reach to over 200 countries and introduces smarter, more personalized features that make caregiving simpler, more intuitive, and more supportive than ever before. Strengthened Role-Based Support SmartThings Family Care includes separate modes for caregivers and care recipients, ensuring each user has access to the tools and insights they need: Caregivers can monitor routines, receive alerts, track locations, and manage schedules. Care recipients can choose what information to share, helping maintain autonomy and privacy, while still receiving support. Simplified Setup and Invitations Inviting a loved one to join is easier than ever. Caregivers can invite loved ones, even those in other locations or unfamiliar with using apps, using a single invitation link with guided onboarding. Setup is intuitive, making it easy for families to connect. More Granular Information Sharing Users can now exclude unwanted data for more privacy, while caregivers can access what they need more quickly. Activities, locations, and schedules are now neatly organized into tabs, enabling faster access for caregivers while protecting privacy for care recipients. Real-Time Monitoring of Household Activity SmartThings Family Care supports advanced activity detection at home, like whether a TV or appliance has been turned on. Caregivers can customize inactivity detection intervals and even remotely deploy Samsung robot vacuums equipped with cameras to visually check in when needed, adding a new layer of passive monitoring.   Deeper Integration with Samsung Health To help caregivers understand the full picture, SmartThings Family Care now integrates with Samsung Health to track data such as wake-up times, sleep patterns, and step counts. This health-driven insight allows for a more personalized and proactive approach to health management. Everyday Tools That Make a Big Difference Alongside these new enhancements, SmartThings Family Care also includes familiar and essential caregiving features designed to reduce stress and improve quality of life: Activity Notifications for Peace of Mind - One of the biggest challenges caregivers face is uncertainty. SmartThings can detect when a loved one starts their day, such as by using their Galaxy phone, and send an alert to a designated caregiver, offering peace of mind without the need for constant check-ins. Medication and Appointment Reminders -Caregivers can schedule reminders for medications, blood pressure or glucose checks, and appointments, displayed directly on Galaxy smartphones or Samsung TVs, so nothing important gets missed. Location-Based Alerts -Family Care also lets caregivers stay connected to their loved ones’ locations. Get notified when they arrive at or leave specific places like a doctor’s office or pharmacy. Shared Reminders for Special Moments - Beyond health management, Family Care also lets users schedule and share reminders about family gatherings, special events, or routine check-ins, helping everyone stay connected. SmartThings Family Care is available for download through the Life tab in the SmartThings app. As caregiving becomes part of more families’ everyday lives, we’re committed to delivering technology that supports, not replaces, the human connection at the heart of care. Stay tuned as we continue expanding SmartThings Family Care with even more features, integrations, and ways to support your family’s well-being.

A SmartThings user shares how one costly mistake led to a simple, smart solution There are moments in life that test your patience, your resilience, and your relationship with frozen pizza. For me, that moment came on a sleepy Saturday morning, when I entered my kitchen and discovered a scene that can only be described as devastatingly soggy. I had left the freezer door cracked open overnight after I’d grabbed a bedtime snack. Everything from ice cream to expensive cuts of meat was ruined. A full freezer, lost to forgetfulness. After cycling through the five stages of grief (and a deep clean), I realized this didn’t have to happen. I use SmartThings, the platform built to make life easier, not ruin my day with four pints of liquified ice cream. So I did what any tech-savvy, freshly humbled human would do: installed a SmartThings-compatible Aqara sensor, synced it to my SmartThings app on iOS ( the setup is just as easy as it is for Android), and created a routine to send me an alert if the freezer is open for more than a minute. Simple. Seamless. Sanity-saving. A $20 Sensor vs. a $300 Grocery Bill Smart home devices aren’t just for sci-fi enthusiasts or gadget geeks. They’re for everyday people who want to avoid real-world chaos. Whether it's a cracked freezer door, a garage left open, or lights on all night in your kid’s room, SmartThings can quietly step in to keep things running smoothly and dodge dishing out big bucks down the line.Here’s how my SmartThings setup will now save the day and how yours can, too: Custom Alerts: I created a rule in the SmartThings app that sends a push notification to my phone if the freezer door stays open too long.  I can extend this logic to my fridge, wine cooler, or cabinet where I hide my snacks. Peace of Mind on Autopilot: SmartThings doesn’t just tell you something’s wrong, it gives you the tools to fix it. I could’ve connected a smart light to blink red if the door was left ajar or used a voice assistant to chime in with a reminder. Drama avoided. One App, So Many Solutions: The beauty of SmartThings is that it plays nicely with thousands of devices. Aqara is just one of many partners whose devices work with SmartThings, and because it’s Matter-certified, all I had to do was open the box and scan the QR code for SmartThings to discover it and add it to my devices. Once the sensor was added, I created a routine, and was finally able to move on with my life — and onto my new ice cream. How to Set It Up in SmartThings Want to avoid your own frozen food fail? Here's how to create a simple routine in the SmartThings app using any Works with SmartThings sensor: Add the sensor to your SmartThings app by scanning the QR code or using “Add device” and selecting the brand/model. Tap + and select “Create routine” Tap “If” condition:Select DeviceSet Contact sensor = Open Then tap + Add condition → Add delay → set it to 1 minute(This gives you a grace period before triggering an alert in case you’re just grabbing a snack.) For the “Then” action:Select Send notificationCustomize your message (e.g., “Freezer door left open!!!) Tap Done to save.  Smarter Living Starts with Small Steps We don’t always think about tech until we need it.  The small, everyday decisions like setting up a routine or adding a sensor are what often save us the most time, money, and frustration. So if you’ve ever lost a freezer full of food, forgot to turn off the lights before a trip, or wondered if your front door was locked after you boarded a flight, SmartThings might just be your new best friend. If you want to go a step further, you can even choose a Samsung refrigerator with built-in sensors that connect directly to SmartThings, so you’ll know right away if the door’s been left open, no extra device required. Take it from me: the smartest home isn’t the one with the most devices. It’s the one that works for you, in the moments that matter most. Ready to prevent your next home fiasco? Explore Works with SmartThings sensors and build your own custom automations today.  A smarter (and less soggy) home is just a tap away.

Let’s face it, laundry isn’t exactly thrilling. What if it could be easier, faster, and actually kind of satisfying?  With SmartThings, your Samsung washer and dryer get a serious upgrade. From real-time updates to remote control and energy savings, SmartThings makes laundry day feel less like a chore and more like a life hack. Stay Connected to Every Load SmartThings has your back (and basket), whether you're on the couch or running errands, SmartThings keeps you in the loop. Get real-time notifications when a cycle starts, pauses, or finishes, so you're never left wondering if the laundry’s done. If a load needs attention (like when it's been sitting too long after drying), SmartThings will send you a gentle nudge before your clothes go from fresh to funky. It’s like having a laundry buddy who never forgets! Customize Cycles to Fit Your Needs Forget digging through manuals or pressing buttons at random. SmartThings makes it easy to tailor your washer and dryer settings, helping you choose the perfect cycle based on your load type, size, and fabric. Beyond choosing the temperature and spin intensity, select optimized cycles directly in the app based on your fabric type, load size, or soil level. Here are just a few examples of features and cycles: Activewear: Designed for jersey and moisture-wicking gym clothes Bedding: Designed for bulky sheets and comforters Baby Care: Gently sanitize clothes at a high temperature Fabric Specific Cycles: Wool, Denim, Delicates, a custom cycle based on the fabrics within Wrinkle Prevent: Optional setting to keep clothes wrinkle-free for up to three hours Damp Alert: Be notified for the optimal time to iron clothes right out of the dryer Eco-modes: Energy-saving mode that balances performance and efficiency Unemptied Laundry Alerts: We all forget clothes sometimes, but now you can be reminded up to 24 hours to remove your clothes from the washer or take them out for folding Sensor Dry: Automatically adjusts time based on moisture levels You can even save your combinations, so your go-to routines are ready with one tap. Prevent and Diagnose Issues Before They Disrupt Your Day Your washer and dryer are smart, and with SmartThings, they practically think for themselves.  SmartThings makes troubleshooting easy, becoming a proactive experience. Not only can you select maintenance modes to help keep your washer and dryer clean, but SmartThings can also alert you to performance issues and guide you through self-diagnosis steps, often before you even realize there’s a problem. This helps prevent breakdowns and saves you time (and service calls). Control Laundry From Anywhere, Anytime Running late? Mid-binge watch on your favorite show? Cozy in bed? No problem.  Start, stop, or monitor your washer and dryer directly from your phone, and even schedule cycles to run when energy rates are lower or it’s simply more convenient. It’s smarter laundry on your terms, saving time, energy, and hassle. Built-In Intelligence SmartThings doesn’t just connect your appliances, it helps them work smarter together. For example, it can recommend optimal drying settings based on the type of wash cycle you just completed. Washed a load with Heavy Duty mode? SmartThings will recommend the best dryer settings to match. The result? Better fabric care and less guesswork. It’s time to bring smarter care to your clothes—and a little more free time back in your day. Download the SmartThings app and connect your Samsung washer and dryer to unlock the full potential of your laundry room.

SmartThings Adds New Apple Watch Capabilities, Routine Creation Assistant, and Dark Mode to iOS If you’re using SmartThings on iOS, get ready because your smart home experience just leveled up. We’ve rolled out a suite of new features designed to give you more control, more personalization, and more reasons to love your smart home. Whether you have an Apple Watch, are a dark mode enthusiast, or someone just starting with home automation, there's something new for you. Let’s break it down. Control Your Smart Home from Your Apple Watch We’ve seriously upgraded the SmartThings Apple Watch app. Until now, you had the capability to run manual routines, but now, you can also switch between locations, control individual devices, and manage your smart home without ever picking up your phone. Imagine unlocking the door and turning on the hallway lights before you even get out of the car. All from your wrist. It’s that easy. Routine Creation Just Got Way Easier Ever wish you could just tell your smart home what to do? Now you kinda can. A key highlight of the update is the introduction of the Routine Creation Assistant, an AI-powered feature that allows users to build automations using natural language. By simply typing a phrase such as “Turn off all the lights when I leave the house,” users can generate customized routines without needing to manually configure each device or setting. Powered by large language model technology, the assistant lowers the barrier to smart home automation, making it approachable for beginners and efficient for experienced users alike. Hello, Dark Mode Night owls and low-light lovers can rejoice as Dark Mode has officially landed on SmartThings iOS. It’s sleek, easy on the eyes, and even helps save battery life. Whether you're adjusting routines late at night or just prefer a more subtle interface, Dark Mode has you covered. Easier Tracking with SmartThings Find Losing track of your stuff? SmartThings Find makes life easier, especially if you’re juggling both Galaxy and Apple devices in your household. Using a Galaxy SmartTag and SmartThings Find, Galaxy users can now share the location of a SmartTag via a link with Apple users who have a Samsung account, making it easier than ever for everyone to help track down missing devices or tagged items. Whether you’re handing off your Galaxy SmartTag to a friend or trying to locate your suitcase from someone else's phone, cross-platform coordination is now part of the experience. Try Before you Automate with Virtual Home Say hello to Virtual Home, a playful, hands-on experience that lets you test out SmartThings features without needing to connect a single device. Whether you're curious about setting up a routine, adjusting lighting, or just seeing how a smart home could work, Virtual Home gives you a chance to click around and get inspired. With features like Family & Pet Care, users can receive instant notifications of any activity in the home or always have peace of mind with SmartTags on pet collars, which ensure anyone who finds a lost pet has the info they need to locate the owner. Discover SmartThings Energy to monitor power consumption and get an estimate on upcoming energy bills. Explore, experiment, and imagine what your smart home can do with no commitment required. And We’re Just Getting Started These updates join a lineup of iOS favorites you might already be using, like Quick Remote for controlling Samsung devices in seconds, SmartThings Energy for tracking real-time energy use, and QR code sharing, which makes it easy to share routine and device access with other members of your household. We’re always working to make SmartThings smarter, faster, and more tailored to your life. So explore the new features, build a few routines, and turn your home into the helpful, responsive place it was meant to be. Update your app today!

New tools include AI-powered routine creation, expanded Calm Onboarding, and SmartThings Find link sharing for easier device control and tracking. Samsung Electronics introduced updates to its global connected living platform SmartThings, bringing enhanced AI-driven automation tools, broader product onboarding support, and improved connectivity features to users worldwide. Designed to make connected living easier and more personalized, the latest updates simplify the smart home experience across both Android and iOS platforms. AI-Powered Routine Creation Makes Automation Easier Than Ever A key highlight of the update is the introduction of the Routine Creation Assistant1, an AI-powered feature that allows users to build automations using natural language. By simply typing a phrase such as “Turn off all the lights when I leave the house,” users can generate customized routines without needing to manually configure each device or setting. Powered by large language model technology, the assistant lowers the barrier to smart home automation, making it approachable for beginners and efficient for experienced users alike. Smarter Scheduling and Routine Confirmation OptionsThe new Delay Actions also enable routines to include timed steps. For example, users can now create a “Good Morning” routine that turns on bedroom lights at 7:00 a.m., starts the coffee maker 15 minutes later, and opens curtains while playing music after 30 minutes all within a single routine. Additionally, a new Confirm to Run Actions2 feature gives users the option to confirm whether or not to execute a routine. This helps avoid accidental actions in shared households, such as a security mode that is set to activate upon exit but another family member is still at home. Calm Onboarding Expands to 58 Countries Samsung is also expanding its Calm Onboarding3 program, designed to streamline the product setup journey from purchase to use. Once a user purchases an eligible Samsung product via Samsung.com or a Samsung Store, SmartThings can now automatically detect, register, and connect the product to the app. With this update, support for Calm Onboarding has expanded from 14 to 58 countries and now includes Galaxy wearable devices like Galaxy Watch and Buds. Select partner devices purchased through Samsung.com in Korea and the UK are also eligible for onboarding, with further global expansion planned. SmartThings Find Adds Sharing for Easier Tracking The update also enhances SmartThings Find4, Samsung's global location service with over 67 million users. Galaxy users can now share the location of SmartTags via URL, allowing friends and family, including iOS users, to track tagged items like bags, pets, or luggage more easily. This update brings added convenience to families and users on the go, making it easier to coordinate and locate shared items. Enhanced SmartThings Access on iOS Smartwatches iOS users can now access SmartThings features via a new widget on Apple Watch, making it easier to control lights, air conditioning, and routines directly from the wrist. This improvement brings faster access and convenience to users managing smart home tasks on the go. “This SmartThings update will help anyone easily create a smart home that fits their lifestyle,” said Mark Benson, Head of SmartThings US. “SmartThings will continue to innovate so users can spend less time managing devices and more meaningful time with their families.” SmartThings continues to lead in smart home innovation, offering users across the globe a smarter, more personalized, and more intuitive connected living experience. To learn more, visit www.smartthings.com. 1Routine Creation Assistant is available to Samsung account holders in Korea and the U.S. on Android and iOS. 2Check Before Running is available across all Android and iOS local device settings. 3Calm Onboarding is supported for 2025 Samsung appliances, 2024 TVs, air conditioners, air purifiers, vacuum cleaners, ovens, and Family Hub refrigerators. Users must enable “Add My Device Automatically” in the SmartThings app for onboarding to initiate. 4 Tag location sharing is available via a link, and only Galaxy users can create the link. Recipients must log in with a Samsung account to access shared locations.

If you haven’t heard, starting July 8, 2025, Sonos will begin rolling out updates to its platform to comply with new EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED) Regulations. While these regulations originate in the EU, the upcoming platform changes will affect all Sonos users globally, including those using SmartThings integrations. Read on for a breakdown of what’s changing, how it may impact you, and what you may need to do to keep everything working smoothly. What’s Changing? Sonos is introducing a new feature in its app that allows users to require authentication for third-party control integrations, like SmartThings. This is a user-controlled, opt-in change. Which means, if you don’t take any action, your existing Sonos integrations with SmartThings will continue to work as usual. However, if your speakers were connected through the Sonos app and you decide to  opt in to the new third-party authentication requirement:  You’ll need to link your Sonos and SmartThings accounts to keep your integration running. Once linked, everything will continue to work as normal, including routines and automations. SmartThings will send a notification via the SmartThings app prompting you to connect your accounts. If you use an EOL hub and wish to continue using your Sonos speakers, do not opt in to the third-party authentication requirement in the Sonos app.  Not sure if the update will affect you? Use this chart to double-check.  How to Link a Device Account in the SmartThings App Follow these steps to link your Sonos account to SmartThings seamlessly.  Step 1: Open and sign in to the SmartThings app. Step 2: Tap the "+" sign in the upper right corner. Step 3: Tap "Add Device." Step 4: Search for the service by brand or category. Step 5: Tap "Link Account" or a similar option. Step 6: Sign in to your account with the third-party service. Step 7: Authorize SmartThings to access your account. Your devices or services will appear in SmartThings under Devices or Linked Services. Visit the SmartThings blog to learn more about SmartThings and partner updates.