
The instructions are pretty easy and it’s not hard to do, but it did take time to get it right. I’d say it took us about an hour to install it and most of that was measuring, finding studs and double checking. With this one you need to measure perfectly and install it exactly where you need it because there’s really no adjusting it. The previous version tucked into a recessed panel behind the TV and articulated a bit. The wall mount (Samsung has called it the No-Gap Wall Mount) is significantly different from the original too here two hinged metal hooks attache to the TV then will slide right into a completely flat two-piece bracket system that affixes to the wall. There are feet that come with the Frame just in case but I’ve already put them away in a drawer and you should too. In order for this TV to believably pose as a painting when it’s not showing video, it needs to be properly installed, in my opinion and that means wall mounting it. How to install 2021 Samsung Frame TV: wall mount is a must with included cleat

If you choose not to add a coloured frame, the bezel of your TV will be black. It does appear that older Frame TV magnetic frames will not fit on the newer thinner TVs if you’re wondering. There are lots of other colours and styles available too but I went for the White Modern frame.

One other quick note about how my TV looks: I also opted to purchase an extra detachable magnetic white frame to hide the black bezel and help it blend into my space better.

Opting for white detachable magnetic decor frame There are also several new features, which we’ll get to… One of the first and most noticeable differences is that the 2021 Frame TV is half as deep as the original, measuring 48.7″ x 27.9″ x 1”.

I’ll also note any differences and upgrades from the original Frame TV too, since there are a few new features like Multi View. In this all new review I’ll look at what the video quality is like, what the special art mode and new gallery mode features are all about and what differentiates them, plus we’ll touch on how to install it with the special no-gap wall mount, since I did it myself this time.
