Is Samsung Tizen digital signage software better than Android-based?

There’s no claim that Samsung Tizen is better than Android for digital signage. Each has its own strengths, and the right choice depends on your business needs. The software is engineered for Seamless OS Compatibility across various devices and operating systems, including both Samsung Tizen and Android.

However, there are important differences in hardware deployment and functionality, and each platform can be more suitable depending on the specific needs of the business.

Advantages of Samsung Tizen (System on Chip - SoC)

Samsung Tizen displays are categorized as SoC (System on Chip) Devices. This design offers inherent advantages for simplification and integration:

• Integrated Player: Because the Tizen operating system is built directly into the commercial display, it eliminates the need for an external media player box (like a separate Android device or mini PC).

• Streamlined Installation: The installation process on Tizen displays involves simply accessing the URL Launcher on the Samsung Smart Signage Platform (SSSP), installing the Web App via a specified URL, and then pairing the screen with the CMS using a pairing code.

Advantages of Android-Based Solutions

Android is widely supported and forms the foundation for many low-cost, flexible digital signage deployments:

• Cost-Effectiveness and Versatility: Android is crucial for deployments that prioritize minimal hardware cost, as the software is compatible with a wide range of devices, including low-cost players like the Amazon FireStick. One case study demonstrated that switching to a custom Android media player reduced software expenses and eliminated the need for costly Windows media players.

• Broad Compatibility: The software supports Android OS enabled Screens/Displays from Android Version 5.1 Onwards, ensuring compatibility with readily available, mass-market devices.

• Remote Management Flexibility (with caveat): Android devices allow for powerful remote commands, such as Restart Device and running the application in Kiosk Mode (locked to a single application). However, executing remote device restarts Requires Android Root Access.

Conclusion on "Better"

Since the software provides a Cross-Platform Compatibility Solution, both Tizen and Android are designed to deliver reliable performance, including features like Offline Media Playback and Auto-start Application at Boot of Device.

The choice between them often depends on the deployment priority:

• Tizen is preferred when the priority is hardware simplicity and minimal external components (using the SoC integrated solution).

• Android is preferred when the priority is maximum cost optimization and hardware sourcing flexibility across many different inexpensive players.

In the context of the software being hardware-agnostic, the platform is structured to ensure that businesses can effectively use digital signage across different platforms, ensuring smooth operations.