13-12-2018 10:34 PM - last edited 14-12-2018 05:10 PM
TV: UE55 NU7500
I'm not sure whether this is a general Samsung issue or just to do with my TV, but the amount of space allocated to the Smart Hub apps seems to be seriously lacking.
As this is a new TV I thought I'd explore some of the available apps, but when I went into the Apps area I got a message saying that there was insufficient space to update apps. This was before I had downloaded anything, so it would purely apply to the pre-installed apps.
I checked settings and the used space was 751MB with 64MB available, i.e. 7%. This seems absurd as these apps can't be deleted and are built into the system. The available space doesn't even allow them to be updated. I then tried resetting Smart Hub. This has helped to an extent as the available space is now 13%. However, it's still far too low and whenever I try and download a new app I get a warning about available space.
I can't believe that the pre-installed apps are taking around 700MB of space, and it seems crazy that Samsung would design the system this way. Presumably I will have to install an SD card to provide more space for the apps?
Any tips welcome as this is my first Samsung TV.
21-04-2019 03:25 PM
Another update: After getting replacement/refund authorisation last week from John Lewis I decided to go for a refund as the LG TV I wanted wasn't in stock, and I also wanted a wall mount and their selection of mounts is very poor.
I now have an RMA number and the TV will be collected this coming Saturday. I'll be visiting Richer Sounds next week to buy my replacement TV from them, along with a wall mount.
Just to correct one bit of information: I previously stated that an uplift number from Samsung hadn't been required for JL to authorise the refund. It turns out that Samsung did provide a number last week. The guy who arranged my refund today confirmed this and said that he had to enter the number in his form to complete the transaction.
As others have said, this number is not actually necessary for the retailer to agree to replace or refund products. JL seem to insist on one , which was why my case dragged on for so long. It's interesting that Samsung relented last week and gave them an uplift number. This is further proof that they are acknowledging the fault and the lack of resolution.
21-04-2019 03:32 PM - last edited 03-09-2019 04:07 PM by AntS ) in
After referring JL to your case I have just received the following response back. Although I am impressed with receiving a response on a Sunday I am a little dissapointed with its contents. It is clear that JL are dealing with everyone on a case by case basis, either that or they don't have the ability to check other cases to see if there is any connection.
It looks like I have no other option but to contact Samsung directly. All very frustrating and in my opinion unnecessary .
It will be interesting to see whether to person I speak will have any knowledge of this issue.
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21-04-2019 03:48 PM - last edited 21-04-2019 04:59 PM
Wow, this is deeply unimpressive from JL, especially this paragraph:
"Regrettably, I am unable to discuss another customer's case with yourself due to security reasons; however, I would like to assure you that we strive to assist our customers in every way possible. As this issue is not something within our control, and not something in which our guarantee covers, we are advising of the best next steps to reach an appropriate resolution."
For JL: The TV doesn't work as specified. It's sold as a smart TV yet the apps can't be easily updated due to a hardware deficiency. A smarthub reset is required, or manually updating the apps one by one. It is therefore not fit for purpose and is covered by their guarantee. They don't need to discuss my case with you but simply look it up and see what was agreed.
Just as well I got a refund! They won't be having any more of my money. I'm sure you'll get there in the end but it's clearly going to take a bit more time. Once Samsung give you the brush off, which they will, you can go back to JL and get them to arrange a visit from a 3rd party repair company, which should speed up matters. I understand the frustration though. None of us should have to go through this.
21-04-2019 04:48 PM
Question: when I spoke to Samsung they did a remote reset of the TV, the update error message has not appeared again since this as the apps are now up to date. Is the only way for the error message reappear to wait for one of the built in apps to be updated or is there any other ways to get the error message to come back?
I'm still presuing my refund with currys but I'm not going to be able to show anyone the problem until the message is showing agian.
21-04-2019 04:56 PM - last edited 21-04-2019 09:23 PM
The system updates all the built-in apps every month, so next time it happens you should get the error message back. You could 'encourage' it to appear next month by updating the firmware, if you haven't already. That takes up to another 50MB of storage, leaving even less for the apps.
21-04-2019 08:54 PM
System updates are releasing every month? Thanks
21-04-2019 09:21 PM
Well the apps auto-update every month. The system firmware seems to update quarterly. That's based on having had my TV since last November and firmware updates have been released in January and April.
23-04-2019 10:26 AM
23-04-2019 02:26 PM
Update: Had this reply back from Crampton & Moore...
Good Morning,
As your order was fulfilled by Amazon you would need to contact them on the contact us section of the website or by calling Amazon on 08002797234.
Kind Regards
S***** T*******
Customer Care After Sales Advisor
Unit 2B, Shortwood Business Court, Hoyland, Barnsley, S74 9LH
01226 350754 www.cramptonandmoore.co.uk
23-04-2019 02:30 PM
That might actually be good news as Amazon are good refunders.