Samsung tv plus adds football fever & gen z channel
Samsung just spiced up its TV Plus streaming service with a pair of new channels, one dedicated entirely to the Italian football powerhouse, Inter Milan. But the shakeup isn't just additions; two channels have been quietly removed, signaling a continued evolution of Samsung's free streaming offering.
Inter 24/7: a milanese obsession
For fans of Serie A, and particularly those who bleed black and blue for Inter Milan, the new Inter 24/7 channel is a welcome addition. Broadcasting from dial 4643 on Samsung TV Plus, it promises a relentless stream of news, highlights, interviews, and even archival matches. Think of it as Real Madrid TV, but focused solely on the Nerazzurri. The timing is particularly poignant; while Italy didn't qualify for the 2026 World Cup, Inter Milan is currently holding their own in the Champions League, sitting tenth in the table and tied on points with Real Madrid. Their ambitions are clear: to hoist the trophy and prove Italian football remains a force to be reckoned with, despite the national team's recent struggles.
The channel’s arrival on Samsung TV Plus is also significant given its previous appearances on platforms like Rakuten. It's a signal that this isn’t a niche offering, but content with proven appeal.
Ubeat lite: hooking gen z
Alongside the football focus, Samsung has introduced Ubeat Lite, a channel targeted squarely at Generation Z. Available on dial 4204, this channel, a creation of Grupo Mediapro, delivers a mix of programming including the late-night show Hoy no se sale and the challenge-based program Buyeando. What sets Ubeat Lite apart is its commitment to exclusive content – a key differentiator in the increasingly crowded streaming landscape.
But the additions weren't without subtractions. Samsung TV Plus has purged Gol Classics and The Gaming Central from its lineup, both previously managed by Mediapro. This streamlining suggests a refocusing of the platform, clearing space for content with demonstrable traction.
The ongoing adjustments to Samsung TV Plus’s channel lineup reflect the dynamic nature of FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television) platforms, where culling underperforming content is a constant necessity to maintain relevance. It's a calculated shift, aiming to deliver viewers what they actually want—exclusive content and a targeted approach to programming. The question now is whether these changes will translate to increased user engagement and retention within the Samsung ecosystem.