LG announces a number of 2019 smart TVs in over 80 countries are getting an Apple TV app, allowing customers to easily access the Apple TV+ service and subscribe to Apple TV channels, though a click of the LG Magic Remote.
The 2019 LG TVs also support Apple AirPlay 2, meaning users can share or mirror content from iPhone, iPad or Mac directly on the TV. Customers can also play music on the TV and sync it with other AirPlay 2-compatible speakers anywhere in the home. Meanwhile HomeKit support lets users control the TV with the iDevice Home app or by voice using Siri, with controls including power on/off, volume changing and input switching.
Apple TV, AirPlay 2 and HomeKit are available on all LG 2019 OLED TVs, NanoCell TVs (series SM9X and SM8X) and select UHD TVs (series UM7X and UM6X). The Apple TV and and Apple TV will also be available on 2020 LG TVs at launch and 2018 TVs via over-the-air firmware update.
“LG continues to offer the best home entertainment experience through technological innovations that support the delivery of high quality viewing and user convenience,” the company says. “By bringing the Apple TV app and Apple TV+ to even more TV models, we are once again demonstrating our determination to meet consumers’ needs and add value to our products.”
