The SmartThings redesign has reached Android. Samsung is pushing app version 1.8.51.30 to Galaxy phones and tablets and other Android devices, after iPhones got the new look first. Update the app and you get a floating tab bar, smaller cards, and a rebuilt Home tab.
Here’s what you need to know before you tap update.
Quick facts:
- App version: 1.8.51.30 on Android
- Where to get it: Google Play Store or Galaxy Store
- Who gets it: select Galaxy phones and tablets, plus other Android devices
- iPhone: the redesign arrived there earlier the same week
Samsung hasn’t published a region list or rollout percentage, so it may take a few days to show up for you. Neither report mentions any new subscription or fee.
What the SmartThings redesign changes on screen
The biggest visible change is navigation. According to Android Headlines, a compact floating tab bar now sits at the bottom of the app.
Up top you’ll find buttons for the location QR code, location selection, map view, adding devices, and more options. Below them is a large card for suggestions and important updates.
The look is lighter and more modern too. Android doesn’t use the Liquid Glass styling of the iOS version, though T3 says the Android app looks almost identical to the iPhone one.
A Home tab built around cards
Your favorite devices and routines now show as compact cards by default. That means more of them fit on one screen without scrolling.
Tapping a card’s icon switches the device on or off. Tapping the rest of the card opens its details, and a long press enlarges it.
T3 also reports a new top section with details like weather and suggested routines. You can resize and rearrange cards and the dashboard, which is handy if you only use three or four devices daily.
Devices tab, rooms and the new home layout
The Devices tab lists your compatible smart home gear organized by room. If you have a lot of gadgets, this is the part that should save you the most hunting.
You can also change the home layout and view it in 2D or 3D. Android Headlines says you can add furniture and smart devices to rooms, so the map starts to look like your actual home.
T3 adds that the built-in TV remote has been redesigned, with a new light mode and the same resize and reposition options as other cards.
Before and after at a glance
The table below sums up the main differences based on the two reports. The “before” column is a general description, not an official Samsung list.
| Area | Before | After |
|---|---|---|
| Navigation | Bottom tab bar | Compact floating tab bar |
| Home tab | Long list of device tiles | Compact cards for favorite devices and routines |
| Devices tab | Device list | Devices grouped by room, with a 2D or 3D home layout |
| Cards | Fixed size | Resizable and rearrangeable |
| Look | Older styling | Lighter colors, no iOS-style Liquid Glass |
Galaxy owners also have a bigger software change coming. Our guide to the One UI 9 update for Galaxy phones covers that side of things.
How to get the new SmartThings app
Open the Google Play Store or Galaxy Store, search for SmartThings, and tap Update. Check that the version reads 1.8.51.30 or newer.
If you don’t see an update yet, wait a day or two and check again. Staged rollouts are normal, and forcing it with a sideloaded file isn’t worth the risk to your smart home setup.
Already own Samsung trackers? Our Galaxy SmartTag 3 price and release date post covers another Samsung gadget that pairs with the app.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the SmartThings redesign available on Android now?
Yes. Android users are receiving app version 1.8.51.30 now. Samsung hasn’t given a schedule, so it may reach some devices later than others.
Do I need a Samsung phone to get it?
No. Reports say the update goes to select Galaxy phones and tablets and other Android devices.
Did iPhone get the redesign first?
Yes. It rolled out on iPhones earlier that week, with Liquid Glass styling that Android doesn’t use.
Can I customize the new Home tab?
Yes. You can resize and rearrange cards and the dashboard, and favorites sit in their own section.
My take: this is a sensible cleanup rather than a reinvention. The compact cards and room-based Devices tab are the real wins if you run a busy smart home. If you only control a few lights, you may not notice much beyond the new bar, so there’s no rush if the update hasn’t arrived.
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