LG Pops Apple Into Its Smart TV’s Luggage
Hold onto your remote—LG’s webOS just got a major upgrade. Now, when you’re scrolling through shows, you’ll also be able to fire up AirPlay, sing along with Apple Music (yes, the time‑synced lyrics that make you feel like a karaoke star), sprinkle in HomeKit for smart‑home magic, and even stream Apple TV+ or Apple TV’s original shows without having to clunk through a separate app. It’s like their TVs took a trip to Cupertino and brought back a full‑blown Apple experience.
What’s actually happening under the hood?
- AirPlay: Drop your iPhone screen onto the TV, stream music from any Apple device, or mirror your iPad—no extra cables, just pure streaming goodness.
- Apple Music: Load up your playlists, explore time‑synchronized lyrics, and enjoy the same crisp sound quality that you get on your Apple devices.
- HomeKit: Control smart lights, locks, or thermostats from the TV’s interface; your living room becomes a command center.
- Apple TV+: Watch the newest movies and shows straight from within the TV’s own interface, free from ads (well, without ads).
It’s all wrapped into LG’s webOS, the little operating system that runs everything on their smart TVs. Think of it as turning a TV into a small, handy app hub that feels like it belongs in an Apple ecosystem.
Why This Matters
LG fans who’re already embedded in the Apple world will finally get a smoother experience—no switching devices or bouncing between screens. Even non‑Apple users can enjoy the convenience of AirPlay and the effortless streaming of Apple content. Pretty much, the smart‑TV world is getting a bit more balanced, and LG’s doing it with style.
Apple Joins the TV Race: HomeKit & AirPlay Now on LG’s webOS Hub 2.0
What’s the scoop? Apple has finally hit the big screen with its HomeKit and AirPlay services, but you have to have the right gear. The goodies land on the webOS Hub 2.0, which most of us recognize from those sleek UHD and OLED LG models.
Why this matters for you
- Direct control – Switch off your lights, lock the doors or turn on the alarm, all from the TV’s big screen.
- AirPlay vaping – Stream music and videos wirelessly straight to your LG TV.
- Hassle‑free updates – If you’ve got webOS, simply download the latest patch and voila, Apple services are up and running.
Who gets the goodies?
Apple’s rollout is already live in more than 100 regions worldwide. Whether you’re in Europe, Asia or the Americas, the upgrade will land as long as your TV houses a webOS Hub. However, not every model in every country is guaranteed – it depends on the TV’s specifications and vendor agreements.
Who else is riding the webOS wave?
Besides LG, the operating system has found homes in TVs by Hyundai, Aiwa, Konka, Eco, Seiki and a few other manufacturers. So if you own a webOS TV from any of these makers, you might get the same smart, Apple‑friendly upgrade.
One more thing…
Let’s keep the sofa comfy, restrict the bandwidth, and get ready to film a gigantic Apple moment on our living rooms. Time to watch Apple’s ecosystem play out in the glow of a crystal‑clear OLED screen.
