LG plans to add AirPlay 2 and HomeKit support to some of its 2018 smart TVs by October 2020, including the LCD model named “SK” or “UK” and the name “B8” ”To“ Z8 ”OLED models.
Except for China, Iran, Sudan, Syria and Venezuela, AirPlay 2 and HomeKit will be launched and software updated in most countries.
AirPlay 2 will enable users to transfer videos, music, podcasts, and more from iPhone, iPad, or Mac directly to a compatible LG Smart TV without using Apple TV. With HomeKit support, users can easily control the power, volume, signal source, and more of the TV using Siri or the “Home” app on the iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
LG initially stated that AirPlay 2 and HomeKit will be limited to its 2019 and newer TV models because it cannot “guarantee” that older models of TVs will also bring a “seamless user experience”, but later over The company made a request for reconsideration.