Is Your Samsung TV Compatible with Discovery+A Complete Model Guide
Is your Samsung TV compatible with Discovery+? If you own a model from 2017 or later, the answer is yes. You can download the app directly from the Smart Hub and start streaming immediately. For older TVs, you will need a separate device to watch.
Here is everything you need to know to get set up.
Check Your TV Model Year
You need to confirm your TV allows the installation. Samsung Smart TVs run on the Tizen OS, and Discovery+ requires version 3.0 or higher, which standard models from 2017 and newer support.
Find your exact model info fast:
Press the Home button on your remote.
Navigate to Settings (the gear icon).
Select Support and then click About This TV.
Look at the Model Code. The letter after the screen size indicates the year (e.g., QN55Q... where Q represents the year).
If you see a year prior to 2017, you cannot install the app directly.
Install the Discovery+ App
Once you verify your model, you can add the channel in seconds.
Press the Home button.
Scroll left to select Apps.
Select the Search icon (magnifying glass) at the top right.
Type "Discovery+" using the on-screen keyboard.
Select the app from the results and click Install.
After the download finishes, you will see an option to Add to Home. Select this to pin the app to your main menu for easy access.
Activate Your Account
Open the app. You will see a prompt to sign in or activate your device. The screen displays a 6-digit code.
Grab your phone or computer. You typically visit discovery plus.com/link to enter this code. However, some users search for discovery plus.com/samsung to find specific setup guides or troubleshooting tips for their device. Enter the code from your TV screen into the website. Your TV screen will refresh, and you will see the main menu.
Solutions for Older TVs
Do not worry if your TV is too old. You have options. You can buy an affordable streaming device that plugs into your HDMI port.
Reliable choices include:
Amazon Fire TV Stick
Roku Streaming Stick
Chromecast with Google TV
Apple TV
Plug the device in, switch your TV input to that HDMI source, and download the app on the new interface. This upgrades your experience without forcing you to buy a new screen.