FAST / free streaming
How LG Channels builds for TV
LG's webOS-only FAST service, the mirror image of Samsung TV Plus.
Where LG Channels runs
General availability across the major smart-TV platforms. Support changes over time.
How LG Channels is built for TV
LG Channels is a first-party FAST service built into webOS. Like Samsung TV Plus it trades cross-platform reach for tight integration with LG's own launcher and Magic Remote.
webOS is a Chromium-based web platform, so the app is a web app with privileged access to system features.
Building something like LG Channels?
- webOS supports both D-pad and Magic Remote pointer input. Build for both.
- First-party OS apps skip third-party certification but inherit the platform's rules.
- See the webOS testing guide for the ares CLI and Developer Mode workflow.
LG Channels on TV: FAQ
Which TV platforms is LG Channels on?+
On smart TVs, LG Channels is primarily available on webOS.
Why isn't LG Channels on other TV platforms?+
LG Channels is a first-party service tied to its own hardware. Rather than shipping everywhere, it uses deep integration with its own platform, launcher, and remote as the advantage. That is a deliberate distribution strategy, not a technical limit.
Is LG Channels a native or web app on TV?+
LG Channels is a web app app on TV, with rendering handled by Built into webOS (web).
How do I build a TV app like LG Channels?+
webOS supports both D-pad and Magic Remote pointer input. Build for both. From there, our cross-platform testing and deployment guides cover the packaging and certification flow for each platform.
Sources & further reading
Availability and engineering details are compiled from public sources and change over time. LG Channels is a trademark of its owner; this page is an independent developer reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by LG Channels.