An updated support document confirmed that LG plans to offer AirPlay 2 & HomeKit support on select 2018 LG TVs.
Published last year, support document LG recently updated its AirPlay 2 & HomeKit support. Interestingly, 2018 models are also included. According to the info box, some LG Smart TVs built in 2018 will receive the AirPlay 2 & HomeKit update. Specifically, this includes LCD models with "SK" or "UK" in the name, as well as all OLED models with "B8" to "Z8" in the name. According to the document, the software update will be rolled out by October 2020. With AirPlay 2, users can stream videos, music, podcasts, and more directly from an iPhone, iPad, or Mac to a compatible LG Smart TV without the need for an Apple TV.
The petition helped
With HomeKit support, the devices can even be controlled via the Home app or optionally via Siri. In addition to AirPlay 2 and HomeKit, selected 2018 models will have access to Apple TV application However, it's unclear which models this specifically applies to. The company originally announced the features only for devices from 2019 onwards, as this was the only way to guarantee a "seamless user experience." However, this led to frustration among many users, which is why a petition was started, which appears to have helped. (Image: LG)
