Answer
Nov 24, 2025 - 12:00 AM
Yes, the Bose Soundbar 500 should work with newer Samsung TVs, but compatibility depends on the connection method. Here are the best ways to connect it:
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HDMI ARC (Recommended) – If your Samsung TV has an HDMI ARC or eARC port, connect the soundbar using an HDMI cable. Then, enable CEC (Anynet+) in your TV settings. This allows volume control via the TV remote.
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Optical Cable – If HDMI ARC isn’t available, use an optical (TOSLINK) cable. However, volume control via the TV remote may not work unless you program a universal remote.
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Bluetooth – You can pair the soundbar via Bluetooth, but this isn’t ideal for TV audio due to potential latency.
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Bose Music App – For Wi-Fi streaming, you can use AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, or Bluetooth to stream audio.
