LG has added a number of Apple apps and features to TVs from other brands running its webOS hub in more than 100 countries and regions around the world, the company said.
On compatible smart TVs based on the webOS Hub ecosystem, users will be able to access the Apple TV and Apple Music app, as well as connect to AirPlay and HomeKit devices, without having to connect an Apple TV set-top box or any other hardware.
From LG’s press release announcing the update:
With the Apple TV app, Apple Music, AirPlay and HomeKit all coming to the webOS Hub ecosystem, LG is constantly refining and expanding its webOS smart TV platform while improving its accessibility so that more consumers can enjoy the experience. most convenient user experience.
By offering a greater range of customization options to smart TV manufacturers and providing more convenience and content choices to customers, 10 times more brands are now available on webOS Hub than at the start of 2021.
The deployment is available for more than 200 TV brands worldwide running webOS, such as Seiki, Eko, Stream System, Konka, Aiwa, and Hyundai. LG doesn’t offer a detailed list of eligible TVs but does say that only 4K UHD and OLED models running webOS Hub 2.0 will receive AirPlay and HomeKit compatibility.
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