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LG TVs Adding Apple AirPlay 2 Support; Other Makers Doing Likewise

That LG is adding Apple AirPlay 2 support to its 2019 TV lineup was a surprise announcement at its CES preview Monday, as other manufacturers are doing the same. “We’re really excited to be one of Apple’s first TV partners…

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for AirPlay Video,” said Tim Alessi, senior director-home entertainment product marketing. “This will help users easily share what they’re watching on their favorite streaming apps right on our beautiful TVs.” LG also is adopting AirPlay Audio and HomeKit support, he said. “This will simplify how Apple devices work with LG TVs.” AirPlay and LG TVs are “a great combination” because both support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, he said. Vizio announced support for Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit in its SmartCast 3.0 smart TV platform. And Samsung announced Sunday AirPlay 2 and iTunes movie and TV show store integration in its 2019 smart TVs.