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Software updates can add apps to your Samsung Blu-ray player. Image Credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images News/Getty ImagesSoftware updates for Samsung Blu-ray players can add functionality and fix problems with the device's programming. If Samsung discovers bugs or other software problems after a Blu-ray model goes to market, it can push out an update to resolve the issue. Updates can also add functionality, such as new apps for customers to access. Software updates can be installed through a wireless connection or using a thumb drive with the update files on it.
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Turn on the Blu-ray player, remove any discs from the device and then select "Settings" on the home screen.
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Select "Support" and then choose "Software Upgrade."
Select "By Online." If no software update is detected, a message will appear telling you that your Blu-ray player is running the most up-to-date software. If a software update is detected, choose "Yes" to install it. A dialog box will appear indicating the status of the update download. After the update has been successfully downloaded, another dialog box appears indicating the status of the software installation. After the software update is successfully installed, the Blu-ray player reboots to the home screen and the device can be used as normal.