Samsung TV Plus has marked its first anniversary in Southeast Asia with a sizeable content expansion, announcing 13 new channels joining the platform.
The update includes 10 channels from A+E Global Media and three FAST channels from wedotv, further strengthening Samsung’s free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) offering across the region.
Rapid Expansion in Just One Year
Since its regional launch, Samsung TV Plus has grown aggressively. The platform now carries 230+ channels across Southeast Asia, representing a more than six-fold increase compared to the roughly 20+ channels per market at launch.
Usage metrics have also climbed sharply:
- Monthly active users up 70% YoY
- Total viewing hours up 125% YoY
This mirrors the broader regional trend where consumers are increasingly turning to free, ad-supported streaming as Smart TV penetration continues to rise.
A+E Global Media: 10 New Channels Incoming
Set to launch in Singapore and the Philippines in early 2026, the 10 new A+E Global Media channels significantly expand Samsung TV Plus’ reality and factual entertainment lineup.
Titles include:
- Ax Men
- Dog the Bounty Hunter
- Little Women: LA
- Ice Road Truckers
- Duck Dynasty
- Bring It
- I Survived
- Ghost
- Evolution Earth
- Modern Marvels
The focus is clearly on proven long-running franchises that work well in a 24/7 FAST channel format.
wedotv Brings Sports, Movies and Ambient Content
wedotv will introduce three new channels in Singapore, the Philippines and Thailand from early 2026:
- wedotv sports – international sports coverage including horse racing, Asian Tour golf and SailGP
- wedotv movies – romantic comedies and international films with local language subtitles
- Time2rlx – ambient visuals paired with relaxing music and soundscapes
This adds more genre balance, especially in sports and lifestyle content.
Localisation Remains a Key Focus
Samsung TV Plus continues to localise aggressively:
- Philippines: Premier Sports, Tap Sports and UFC TV, offering free access to events such as Ryder Cup and UFC fight nights
- Thailand: Zee Nung and Stingray Thai Pop with local language support
As of its first anniversary, Samsung TV Plus has reached over 4.4 million Samsung Smart TVs in the region, translating to more than 12 million unique viewers.