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JioHotstar streaming service is now on Samsung TVs in India
On February 14, JioStar officially announced the launch of JioHotstar, integrating JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar into a single streaming platform. Now, the JioHotstar streaming service is now available on Samsung smart TVs in India.
In November 2024, Walt Disney and Reliance Industries merged their Indian media assets (Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema). This merged app brings together the content of both platforms to make it easier for users to watch their favorite shows, movies, and sports in one place.
JioHotstar is now on Samsung TVs in India
Recently, Star India Pvt Ltd pushed an update for the Disney+ Hotstar (now called JioHotstar) app for Samsung TVs with version number 1.6,9. This update updated the branding including the icon to JioHotstar and it now offers content from Disney+ Hotstar as well as JioCinema).
When you opened the new version of the app, it also showed a message about the merger.
The good news is that users who already have a subscription to Disney+ Hotstar or JioCinema can now enjoy content from both platforms with JioHotstar. However, once their current subscription ends, they will have to subscribe to JioHotstar to continue watching.
JioHotstar offers three subscription plans: Mobile, Super, and Premium. You can check out their monthly and yearly prices here:
| Plans | Mobile | Super | Premium |
| Monthly | Rs 149 / 3 months | Rs 299 / 3 months | Rs 499 / 3 months |
| Yearly | Rs 499 / year | Rs 899 / year | Rs 1499 / year |
Additionally, the premium plans also offer ad-free plans at Rs 299 per month, which can be purchased only through a web browser. Read more here…
How to uninstall the JioHotstar app on Samsung Smart TV: Click here
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Samsung makes Good Lock and Home Up app more stable with new update
Samsung has rolled out a new update for its popular customization tool, Good Lock and Home Up app, bringing the app to version v3.0.14.2 and v17.0.00.48, respectively. This latest update improves the overall user experience with several improvements that boost stability.
The new update primarily focuses on stability to make the app more reliable for users. Samsung has also fixed an issue with the Good Lock app where the app installation appeared to be in progress even after it was complete.
Home Up is one of Samsung’s Good Lock suite, with the new update, fixing a bug that caused widget content to appear larger when using DIY Home. The Korean tech giant has also addressed various bugs and glitches reported by users in previous versions to ensure a smoother and more reliable performance.

Further, this update also includes improved app stability to reduce crashes and enhance overall responsiveness. While there aren’t any major new features in this update, these small changes help improve the overall experience for users who like to customize their phones.
To install the latest version of Good Lock and Home Up apps, users can head to the Galaxy Store, tap on the Menu button, and select Updates. Furthermore, the update is available directly through the Good Lock app. Install the update now to enjoy enhanced features.
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Samsung unlocks new Good Lock app features for flagship devices
Samsung is rolling out a new update for the One UI Good Lock app, which is full of interesting features for flagship devices. Alongside useful add-ons, the Korean tech giant is improving the overall performance and stability aspects of the app.
Good Lock is an app that helps you customize your Galaxy phone by giving you control over features like the home screen, quick settings, and other system settings. According to the changelog, Samsung has improved the visibility of updated apps under Good Lock, which means you don’t have to figure out which ones are new or updated; everything is clear.
Samsung Good Lock app is getting a new update on Galaxy devices with version 3.0.12.2. This update brings improvements to make the app work better and more smoothly.
The Korean phone maker keeps on updating its apps and services to offer a reliable app experience. It also fixes app freezing, crashing, and lagging issues and seeds them with the latest enhancements. The Good Lock app is no exception in this case.
According to the details, Samsung has shared improvements and features for the One UI Good Lock app and has begun rolling out this update to the flagship handsets.
Users of the Samsung devices can install the latest update of the Good Lock app through Galaxy Store >>Menu option >> Updates. If you have received the Samsung Good Lock 3.0.12.2 update, download it now to enjoy enhanced features.
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One UI 7 Home Up update support Fold and Tablet devices
Several Samsung Galaxy devices are already compatible with the One UI 7 Home Up support, while Galaxy Fold and Tablet devices are still undergoing testing for full support. Samsung has recently rolled out a new update for its Home Up Good Lock module with version 16.0.00.82 on One UI 7 devices.
This Samsung’s new One UI 7 Home Up update includes a significant improvement, including Fold and Tablet support in addition to new DIY home features.
According to the changelog, the new update expands One UI 7 Home Up support to Galaxy Fold and tablet devices, which were previously not fully compatible with this Good Lock app. Apart from support, the update includes general bug fixes to improve the stability and performance of the app.
Home Up is a Samsung Good Lock module for home screen customization. It helps users manage their home screen more effectively. Also, you can customize your Galaxy phone’s home screen without even opening the Home Up app, as some of its settings will be available in the One UI Home app launcher.
Now, the new update makes the app more useful and stable on your Fold and Tab devices. You can easily update the app, just open the Galaxy Store, tap on the menu button, and go to the Updates section to find Home Up. You can also open the Good Lock app and update it from there.
If you use Home Up often, it’s important to install version 16.0.00.82 to enjoy a smoother and more reliable experience.
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