LG Smart TV expands entertainment options with Netflix and more

Global technology leader LG Electronics recently teamed up with Netflix to expand its Filipino customers’ entertainment options.  This 2016 is a game-changing year for Philippine home entertainment with leading Internet TV provider Netflix opening its cache of Hollywood blockbusters and critically acclaimed TV series to local viewers.
 

 

LG is a Netflix global partner, chosen for the superior picture quality and impressive performance of its TV line-up, along with its top-notch Smart TV platform.  The Internet TV company also lauded LG’s 4K HDR OLED TVs for producing the purest blacks, crisp contrast, sharp details and vibrant colors, key features that complement premium high-resolution Netflix content.

Through LG Smart TVs, users can access thousands of world-class entertainment options with Netflix and Google Play Movies, as well as Kapamilya and SKY Cable favorites with the new and improved iWanTV and ABS-CBN News. The wealth of titles and categories ensures that there’s something for every preference, mood, occasion and family member.

Access to digital apps is fast, easy and convenient—users can simply download the preferred app from LG Smart World.  Missing out on family or barkada favorites is a thing of the past with on-demand premium TV content. Users can get together for a viewing party wherever, whenever.

“Continuously providing our Filipino customers with world-class home entertainment is always a priority,” LG Philippines Home Entertainment VP Tony An said. “Through our partnership with Netflix, we can provide LG users with on-demand access to a variety of content to suit everyone’s tastes. LG is also working with other premium digital channels such as iWanTV and ABS-CBN News to bring the best to our customers’ homes. These entertainment options are wonderfully complemented by our innovative Smart TV platform and cutting-edge TV technology.”

Netflix, Google Play Movies, iWanTV and ABS-CBN News are available in selected LG Smart TV models in the Philippines. For more information, visit www.lg.com/ph; like the “LG TV Philippines” Facebook page or follow @LGPhilippines on Twitter and Instagram.

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LG Smart TV Offers the Ultimate Netflix Viewing Experience in PH

Netflix can now be accessed on LG Smart TVs in the Philippines, thanks to the recent update and partnership between the two.

In case you didn't know, Netflix is the one who carries Marvel's DareDevil, Orange is the New Black and its own original series Marco Polo.

Here's the official Press Release: 
MANILA – In line with its global partnership with multinational Internet TV provider Netflix, technology leader LG Electronics announced that the on-demand streaming operation will already be available in the Philippines starting today. This rollout succeeds other established markets (the Americas, Western Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Japan).

The expansion will bring an extensive library of high-quality content, including 4K HDR-mastered original TV series, to more markets in Asia, the Middle East and Europe. LG has been chosen as a primary global business partner of Netflix due to the superior picture quality and performance they lend to the Smart TV industry and the Netflix viewing experience alike.

Among Netflix’s acclaimed original TV show series are Marvel’s Daredevil, Orange is the New Black and Sense8. The company also plans to provide global members with its HDR-mastered original TV series Marco Polo. Netflix has praised LG’s 4K HDR OLED TVs for having the purest black, contrast and color vibrancy, all factors which ensure enhanced details and greater dimension when displaying their content.

“We are excited and honoured to ring in 2016 by bringing prestigious content provider Netflix to the country,” LG Philippines Home Entertainment VP Tony An said. “This breakthrough partnership will grant our Filipino consumers access to their favorite movies and TV shows whenever they want in their LG Smart TVs. More than producing cutting-edge technology through our products, we continue to provide top-notch experiences in home entertainment.”

Netflix is now available in select LG Smart TV models in the Philippines. For more information, visit www.lg.com/ph; like LG’s official Facebook page “LG TV Philippines” or follow @LGPhilippines on Twitter and Instagram.

Netflix on-demand streaming service can now be availed starting at PHP370.00 per month, where first month is free.

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LG's First 4K OLED TV Has an Eye-Popping Price Tag

SEOUL, South Korea — LG announced two new giant OLED TVs with ultra-high definition (a.k.a. 4K) screens Monday, sticking with its strategy of using the exceptionally expensive OLED display technology.

The South Korean company said it will ship 65-inch OLED TVs starting September in South Korea, Europe and North America. A 77-inch model will hit shelves later this year.

While major TV makers are pushing to make Ultra HD TVs mainstream, most use LCD screens. The super-high resolution picture, also known as 4K, packs four times more pixels than regular HD televisions.

Making Ultra HD quality TVs with OLED screens remain costly.  LG's 65-inch model will cost 12 million won ($11,765). Other types of Ultra HD televisions sell for less than $3,000.

OLED sets typically have deeper color saturation and a sharper image quality than LCD. The tech is also easier to build into ultra-thin form factors. But for years, the high rate of error during production contributed to a significant price premium over LCDs, preventing OLED displays from catching on among mainstream consumers.

LG said it is committed to OLED because the cost will come down and its advanced screen will eventually replace LCD screens. It forecasts that OLED TV sales will overtake LCD TV sales "within a few years."

"OLED is where we must head next," said Ha Hyun-hwoi, head of LG's TV business. "It is a matter of time."

LG's aggressive bet on OLED TVs is in contrast with its rival Samsung Electronics Co. After rolling out a 55-inch curved TV that uses an OLED display last year, Samsung has not announced an upgrade to its OLED TV for this year. Samsung uses OLED technology mostly for small devices, such as smartphones and tablet computers.

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