The Apple TV app is the central hub known for offering high-quality TV Shows, movies, documentaries, and more. If you use an LG TV (webOS 4.0 or later) released in 2018 or later, you can download the Apple TV app from the LG Content Store. If the TV’s storage space is full or doesn’t support the app, you can AirPlay the Apple TV app’s content from your iPhone. To know more about the steps, go through this guide.
How to Download Apple TV App on LG Smart TV
1. After turning on the LG TV, press the Home button and select the LG Content Store or Apps tile.
2. On the LG Content Store, locate and select the Search icon at the top.
3. Type Apple TV and search for the application. Then, pick the app from the search suggestions.
4. On the app info page, click Install to start the app installation process.
5. After installation, you must activate the app to access its content on your LG TV.
Steps to Activate Apple TV on LG TV
Before proceeding to the steps, make sure to have an Apple account (Apple ID and password). Then, subscribe to the Apple TV+ plan on its website, which costs $9.99 per month.
1. Under the Apps section, you will see the Apple TV app. Pick the app to launch it on your TV.
2. Tap Sign In and make a note of the activation code shown on the LG TV screen.
3. Visit the website https://link.apple.com/ from a browser on your PC or smartphone.
4. Type the code and hit Continue. Next, enter the Apple ID and password.
5. Once done, reopen the Apple TV app on your TV and watch your desired shows or movies.
How to AirPlay Apple TV on LG Smart TV
If you have an iPhone, you can AirPlay the Apple TV app’s content to your LG Smart TV. To do this, you should connect the iPhone and LG Smart TV to the same WiFi.
1. Press the Input button on the LG remote and select Home Dashboard. Then, choose AirPlay and hit the option AirPlay and HomeKit settings. Finally, select AirPlay and enable it.
2. Open the Apple TV app on your iPhone and sign in.
3. Play any video content of your choice and click the AirPlay icon.
4. From the menu shown on the mobile, pick the name of your LG TV. Now, you can watch the selected content on your LG Smart TV.
Apple TV App Not Working on LG TV – Best Fixes!
If the Apple TV app is not working properly on your LG TV, refer to the solutions below and make the app work again.
- Connect the LG TV to a stable WiFi to stream content seamlessly without any issues. If the Internet connection is poor, reboot the router and connect the LG to the WiFi again.
- Check whether the Apple TV+ app subscription has expired. If it has, you cannot access the app’s content on LG TV. Renew or upgrade the plan and try accessing the app again.
- Another reason for the app not working is because of the outdated version. Check for the app updates and update the Apple TV app on your LG TV.
- Sometimes, the issue might be with the TV. In this case, clear the cache on LG TV. Then, try updating or restarting the LG TV.
- If none of the solutions works, uninstall the app from your LG TV and reinstall it.
FAQ
The Apple TV+ does not have any free trial. However, if you have bought a new Apple device, you will get access to the Apple TV+ free for 3 months. With this option, you can stream its content on LG TV for free.
