In this guide, we will talk about how to update apps on Vizio Smart TV. So smart TV, which has taken TV in a new direction, works very differently from the average TV. These smart TVs have an operating system similar to smartphones. Apps need to be updated on smartphones as well as on these TVs. You can get new features by keeping apps updated. Therefore, it is essential to keep apps updated.
Below we talk about the different ways in which apps can be updated.
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Types of Vizio Smart TVs
There are two major types of Vizio smart TVs. If they are
1 Vizio Internet Apps TV
2 is the Vizio SmartCast TV (VIA).
You can never add apps to SmartCast TVs. It does a different job. When smart cast TVs update their new firmware, their applications are automatically updated as well. There is also no specific way to update apps for Smartcast TV. But VIA TVs do not have such a problem.
How to Update Apps on a Newer Vizio TV
Vizio TVs also use the SmartCast TV in newer models. That is, there is a built-in Chromecast feature. You can cast content directly to the TV through that feature.
The firmware of these models is updated from time to time. But we can do it by hand. It’s very easy to update the firmware in new versions. You must first have Internet access to your TV.
1 Turn on the TV and go to Menu and Settings first.
2 Select the system and check to update.
3 Now, if you find any updates, start updating.
You will see a progress view if it is updated. So let it be complete. Restart the TV when it is complete (Turn the TV off and on) Now you can see the new features and updated apps on the TV.
how to Update Apps on a Vizio VIA or VIA Plus TV
VIA TV is Vizio Internet Apps TV. You have to manually update the apps on these models. This can be done by removing the applications and using the install method and firmware update method.
How to update apps only
1 First press the V button or the VIA button on your remote.
2 Then select the apps you want to update and press the yellow button on the remote.
3 Now if you are asked to update, update it. If you do not do that and came up with an update or you can go the other way. That systematic application is deletion. Select the app you want to update and delete it.
4 Go to the App Store right now
5 Now reinstall the application you deleted. Complete that process.
Then your application is properly updated.
Manual update of Firmware on Vizio TV.
You will need a USB Drive device for this. The full steps here are as follows.
1 First, go to the setup and system to check the number currently on TV as well.
2 Download the latest firmware from the Vizio site. Select Support to get the correct firmware and compare it with the TV model number and proceed to get the new version
3 Now download and rename the file as FWSU.img and copy it to your USB drive
4 Turn off your TV and insert the USB drive.
5 Now you can see the official light when you turn on the TV. That’s because the USB drive is running. (If not, there is a problem.)
6 When the official light goes out, turn off the TV and remove the USB drive.
7 Now your TV firmware has been updated. Check the number to see if it is up to date.
How do I update the Hulu app on my Vizio smart TV?
HULU cannot be transported on some older Vizio TVs. This is a question you may come across from time to time. This is because Hulu has not been updated. This update process will affect different devices from time to time. So you can use the application well by keeping the application updated with various issues.
ALTERNATIVE WAY! (Updated)
Vzio TV’s firmware update will also update its applications.
1 Go to Settings in Vizio.
2 Go to System and go to Updates and check for updates.
3 If there are any updates, you will be prompted to do so. Give yes to that. Allow that process to complete so the apps are all updated too.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can you update apps on a Vizio Smart TV?
Yes, it is definitely possible. But apps can only be updated on VIZIO VIA smart TVs. You can not do that on Vizio smart cast TVs.
How do I add apps to my Vizio TV?
Most VIZIO VIA and VIA + TV already have a number of applications installed. But you can add any app through VIA APP Store. Here’s how to do it.
1 Press the V button on the Vizio remote control
2 It then takes you to the App Store.
3 Now select from the list of applications you want (for TV with VIA) and click OK. Then the download of apps will start. Let that process complete. You will then see the downloaded application. We have published a detailed article on this website.
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How SmartCast Works
SmartCast is a technology based on Google Chromecast. This is done by allowing content to be transported to the TV from a mobile phone or tablet. That is, the built-in Chromecast is embedded in the TV. But using this SmartCast technology allows you to do more than just casting.
How to Watch Disney+ on a VIZIO SmartCast TV
Disney + Vizio SmartCast TVs can only be cast from the Disney + App or Apple Airplay.
How to watch Apple Airplay.
Connect your iOS device and Vizio TV to the same WiFi network. Now run the Disney + app on your Apple device and play the program or movie you want to watch. Then tap the Airplay icon. Now you can select and cast the Smartcast TV you want to easily cast.
How to Change aspect ratio on Vizio TV
If the pictures on your Vizio TV do not look right or the pictures seem to be drawn, you need to correct the aspect ratio to make them. To do this, follow the steps below.
1 Go to the menu on Vizio TV.
2 Now go to SYSterm Setting.
3 Go to its aspect ratio settings.
4 Now change the ratios one by one and select the correct ratio value
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