Get the most out of your LG TV with the Apple TV streaming application. You can get your favorite shows, movies, and Apple Originals all in one place with Apple TV+. Luckily, you can download the Apple TV app directly from the LG Content Store. Meanwhile, this article guides you to seamless streaming of Apple TV on your LG TV.
However, to access its available content, you must subscribe to Apple TV+, which costs $9.99 per month, by visiting the official website. With your first premium payment, you can enjoy a 7-day free trial.
Check the LG TV Compatibility for Apple TV
The Apple TV app (Apple TV+) is compatible only with LG webOS 4.0 and above models. Below, we outline the supported devices to help you determine if your TV is compatible.
| Version | Year | Compatible Devices |
|---|---|---|
| webOS 4.0 | 2018 | – A few OLED TVs, such as B8, C8, E8, W8, and Z8. – In UHD TVs UK Series and SK Series. |
| webOS 4.5 | 2019 | – The OLED TVs include B9, C9, E9, W9 and Z9. – UM Series and SM Series of UHD TVs. |
| webOS 5.0 | 2020 | – BX, CX, GX, WX, ZX, and RX are compatible with OLED TVs. – The UHD TVs include the UN Series and the NANO Series. |
| webOS 6.0, webOS 22, and webOS 23 | 2021, 2022 & 2023 | – All OLED & QNED models, including UR/UQ/UP Series and NANO Series. |
How to Install the Apple TV App on LG TV
The availability of the Apple TV app in the LG Content Store confirms that it is compatible with LG webOS TVs.
1. Ensure to connect your LG TV to WiFi that is stable for a quick and error-free installation of the app.
2. Switch on your LG TV and press the Home button to head to the dashboard.
3. Using your remote, select Apps/LG Content Store.
4. Click on the Search tab and search for Apple TV.
5. Hit the Install button to get the app on your LG TV.
Tip! If you’ve purchased a new Apple device, then luck is on your side. If eligible, you can access the Premium Apple TV+ free for 3 months while signing in with your Apple ID.
How to Activate Apple TV on LG TV
After creating an account, you can easily activate the app on your TV by following the instructions below.
1. Once the installation is completed, lead again to the Apps section.
2. Select the My Apps tab and launch the Apple TV.
3. Hit the Sign In or Start Free Trial button and note down the Activation Code.
Keys to Know! You can also activate the app by utilizing the Scan Code option using your smartphone camera.
4. Access the Activation Link [link.apple.com] on your preferred device browser.
5. Insert the noted code correctly and click on the Continue button.
6. Now, Sign In with your Mail ID or Apple ID and password to complete the activation.
Once the verification is completed, lead to the LG TV and stream your desired content.
How to AirPlay Apple TV+ on LG TV
If the Apple TV app crashes or freezes on your LG TV, then there’s an alternative way you can follow. Use the AirPlay feature on your LG TV to play the desired content from your iPhone or iPad. To do that,
1. Install the Apple TV app on your iPhone/iPad from the App Store.
2. Then, sign in with your Apple TV+ account with credentials.
3. Then, make sure you connect your LG TV and iPhone/iPad to a common WiFI network.
4. Play your desired content and click the AirPlay icon from the playback screen.
5. Select your LG Smart TV and start playing the desired content.
Why is Apple TV+ Not Working on LG TV?
Sometimes, the Apple TV+ app crashes while watching content on an LG TV. This might be due to connectivity issues, network problems, or bugs within the app. However, you can rectify this by using the troubleshooting methods listed below.
- Ensure the device is connected to a stable Wi-Fi network, because the fluctuation in the connectivity lands on app crashes.
- The technical issue within the app may cause freezing and glitching. Try power cycling, or restarting your LG TV to rectify the issue.
- Exceeding device storage can restrict the Apple TV+ app from launching. Clearing the cache files on your LG TV will delete the unwanted data and provide more space for the app.
- If you encounter any issues with accessing the content library or streaming the content, sign out from your account and uninstall the app from your LG TV. After a short, reinstall the app and sign in with your account credentials.
- If these solutions don’t address your issue, reset your LG TV and set it up from scratch. Consider resetting the device if you are ready to lose the data.
These are all the possible methods to fix the app-related issues on your LG TV.
In conclusion, Apple TV+ is one of the best streaming apps for watching VOD content, and it has affordable pricing on your LG TV. With this, you can stream the people’s favorite Ted Lasso, Dark Matter, Ghosted, and more.
If you have any queries, you can check out my discussion forum, which addresses issues related to the Apple TV app.
