Apple TV is a streaming service that provides access to a wide range of TV shows, movies, and other content. If you own an LG Smart TV, you may be wondering if it is possible to get Apple TV on your TV. The good news is that it is indeed possible, and in this answer, I will guide you through the steps you need to take to get Apple TV on your LG Smart TV.
Method 1: Using AirPlay 2
If you have an LG Smart TV that supports AirPlay 2, you can easily stream content from your Apple devices to your TV. Here’s how:
- Make sure your LG Smart TV is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple device.
- On your Apple device (iPhone, iPad, or Mac), swipe up from the bottom of the screen to access the Control Center.
- Tap on the Screen Mirroring button (which looks like a rectangle with a triangle at the bottom).
- Select your LG Smart TV from the list of available devices.
- Your Apple device’s screen will now be mirrored on your LG Smart TV. You can open the Apple TV app on your device and stream content to your TV.
Method 2: Using the LG Content Store
If your LG Smart TV does not support AirPlay 2, you can still get Apple TV on your TV by downloading the Apple TV app from the LG Content Store. Here’s how:
- Press the Home button on your LG Smart TV remote.
- Navigate to the LG Content Store using the arrow buttons on the remote and press the Enter button.
- Use the arrow buttons on the remote to select the Search icon (which looks like a magnifying glass).
- Type “Apple TV” into the search bar and press Enter.
- Select the Apple TV app from the search results and press the Install button.
- Once the app is installed, press the Home button on your remote to return to the main menu.
- Select the Apple TV app from the list of installed apps and sign in using your Apple ID.
- You can now browse and stream content from the Apple TV app on your LG Smart TV.
Method 3: Using an Apple TV Device
If you prefer to use an external device to access Apple TV on your LG Smart TV, you can use an Apple TV streaming device. Here’s how:
- Connect the Apple TV device to your LG Smart TV using an HDMI cable.
- Connect the Apple TV device to a power source using the included power adapter.
- Turn on your LG Smart TV and select the HDMI input that the Apple TV device is connected to.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the Apple TV device, including connecting it to your Wi-Fi network and signing in with your Apple ID.
- Once the setup is complete, you can use the Apple TV device to browse and stream content from the Apple TV app on your LG Smart TV.
Tips and Tricks:
- If you have an older LG Smart TV that does not support AirPlay 2, you may still be able to use AirPlay by purchasing an Apple TV device and connecting it to your TV.
- If you experience issues with streaming content from the Apple TV app on your LG Smart TV, try restarting your TV and/or your Apple device, and make sure both are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- If you have an Apple TV device, you can also use it to access other streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video on your LG Smart TV.
In conclusion, there are several ways to get Apple TV on your LG Smart TV, including using AirPlay 2, downloading the Apple TV app from the LG Content Store, or using an Apple TV streaming device.
