How to Update Philips TV to Latest Software Version

Updating your Philips TV is an inevitable thing to do to avoid functionality issues and to enjoy the up-to-date features & interface. Since methods to update your Philips TV software vary based on the model you use, follow the instructions in this article to learn it.

How to Update Philips Saphi TV Software

You can upgrade your Philips Saphi TV firmware by following the steps below.

1. Gear on the Settings menu by hitting the Settings icon on the remote.

2. Select the All Settings option and head to the Update Software → Search for Updates options to check for the updates available.

3. If a new update is available, click the Internet option from the Internet and USB options and Agree to the terms and conditions to proceed further.

4. Now, click the Start button and begin the updation process. After some time, your Philips TV will restart after the updation process is completed.

How to Update Philips Roku TV

1. From the Home screen. navigate to the Settings menu and choose the System tile.

2. Hit the System Update option and select the Check Now button to scan for any pending software updates.

3. When the Update Now option appears, select it, and your Philips Roku TV will get the latest software file installed.

FYI: Basically, Roku will check for updates every 24-36 hours and update itself when your Philips TV is connected to the internet. If that process fails, then you can go for the above method.

How to Update Philips Android/Google TV

1. Hover on the Settings menu from the Home page of your Philips Android/Google TV.

2. Jump to the Device Preferences/System section and click on the About option.

3. Further, select the System Update/ System Software Update option and click on the Update button to upgrade the software version. In the case of Google OS, restart your TV once the update process is complete.

You can also enable the automatic software update feature that notifies you when a new update is available. To enable it, follow the following footnotes: Settings → System Update/System → About → Software Update/System Software Update → Automatic Software Update → Turn on.

How to Update Philips TV using USB Drive

Alternatively, if you want to update your Philips TV without WiFi, you can install the software file directly with the help of a USB Drive.

1. Visit the official Philips customer support webpage [https://www.usa.philips.com/] on your PC. Pick the Support tab and select the Software Updates option.

2. Enter your TV’s model number and download the software file according to the TV’s current version.

3. Extract the downloaded ZIP file and copy it to a USB flash drive. Now, insert the USB to your TV, and head to the Set Up option from the Home screen.

4. Under the Advanced tile, click the Software Update option and select USB. Now, wait until your TV restarts and switches to the updated version of your TV.

How to Update Philips TV Without Remote

In case your TV remote is lost or not working, you can use Philips TV’s virtual remote app to control and upgrade its firmware. There are different apps available for each OS version of Philips TV. The best among them is the Philips Smart TV app, which can be used for all Philips TV models.

1. Get the app from the Play Store and the App Store.

2. Launch the app and link your TV to the app to get the virtual remote. Using the virtual remote, you can navigate through the Settings and follow the steps according to the model of your TV to update it.

To fix some technical bugs and glitches on Philips TV, it needs to be updated regularly. To perform this action, follow the above-driven methods after connecting your Philips TV to the internet and the right power source.