LG Smart TV Users First to Explore Anime Onegai Free Service With Launch on LG Channels
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As Smart TVs evolve to unlock a wider world of content, LG Channels – LG’s free, ad-supported streaming service – is at the forefront, offering a compelling mix of trending series, timeless classics, niche genres and regional favorites. Consistently expanding its content offerings, LG’s free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) delivers cost-free streaming options with ad-supported channels, catering to the preferences and interests of a wide range of audiences.
First launched in 2015 in Korea, LG Channels has steadily increased its presence across the globe and is now available in 33 countries worldwide. With an established presence in North America, South America and Europe, new markets this year include New Zealand and Singapore. LG Smart TV users in these regions can easily access the service through the LG Magic Remote or the LG webOS Home Screen.
As its reach continues to grow, LG Channels now offers over 4,000 channels globally, supported by valuable partnerships with industry-leading content providers and recent launches coming from Lionsgate, A+E Global Media, BBC Studios, NBCUniversal and more.
In the U.S., LG Channels recently expanded its offering through a collaboration with NBCUniversal, adding over 40 FAST channels from the NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution library and NBCUniversal portfolio. These channels bring an exciting curation of content ranging from news, entertainment and sports to true-crime and Spanish-language programming. Today, viewers can enjoy Dateline 24/7, SNL Vault, The Real Housewives and Universal Movies. Additionally, coming soon are Telemundo’s Spanish-language channels including Telemundo Al Día, Telemundo Acción and Telemundo Romance.
What’s more, expanded partnerships in the U.S. have introduced even more fan-favorite channels such as BBC News from AMC Networks, Storage Wars by A&E from A+E Global Media and 50 Cent Action from Lionsgate.
LG Smart TV users in the U.S. can also enjoy LG Channels Showcase, a curated premium owned-and-operated channel powered by partnerships with top film studios such as Amazon MGM Studios, Lionsgate and Sony Pictures Entertainment. Boasting a selection of original content, LG Channels Showcase brings award-winning original docu-series LG Presents: The Rivalries, which highlights intense college sports competition, and Taste of Tennessee, celebrating local culinary culture. LG has also introduced its first reality competition series, Estate of Survival, featuring LG’s AI-powered home appliances through engaging and creative storytelling.
In partnership with BBC Studios, LG has expanded its free channel lineup in both the U.S. and Europe. LG TV owners in the U.S. now have access to Britbox Mysteries, Bargain Hunt, BBC Drama and Dinos 24/7. Meanwhile, six new FAST channels1 have been added to LG Smart TVs in Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands and the Nordic region. Viewers can experience high-speed thrills with Top Gear or explore a font of knowledge from BBC History, BBC Food and BBC Travel. The new channels also include classics like BBC Drama and Doctor Who, engaging viewers with an array of exciting options.
For viewers in Europe, LG presents LG 1, the company’s free ad-supported owned-and-operated channel featuring popular premium content through key partnerships that include NBCUniversal, Fremantle, Lionsgate and Filmrise. In partnership with NBCUniversal, LG 1 is bringing the exclusive first window premiere of the latest in the franchise Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent. From Fremantle comes the first exclusive window of the hit U.S. show Sullivan’s Crossing. Viewers can also enjoy acclaimed series such as Mad Men, Black Sails and Law & Order: Criminal Intent on LG 1 Spotlight, as well as a wide range of films on LG 1: Film.
In addition, the Sony One channels offer a diverse range of classics and hits. Highlights include Seinfeld on Sony One Comedy TV, Breaking Bad on Sony One Thriller TV and fan favorites like Bewitched on Sony One Faves.
LG’s focus on expanding tailored channel programming and original content has resulted in strong user engagement, with global viewing hours on LG Channels increasing by over 40 percent year over year.2
LG remains committed to enriching the viewing experience by expanding content partnerships and offering UI upgrades, enabling viewers to easily access and enjoy a compelling curation of content tailored to their specific preferences and interests. Stay connected with
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1 “Top Gear” is available on LG Smart TVs in Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands and the Nordic region; BBC History, BBC Food, and BBC Travel are available on LG Smart TVs in Germany; BBC Drama and “Doctor Who” are available on LG Smart TVs in France, Italy and Spain.
2 As of March 2025 LG internal data.
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Company Achieves Record-Breaking First-Quarter Revenue
Driven by Balanced Growth in Home Appliance and B2B Sectors
SEOUL, April 24, 2025 — LG Electronics Inc. (LG) today announced consolidated revenue of KRW 22.74 trillion and operating profit of KRW 1.26 trillion for the first quarter of 2025. This marks the highest first-quarter revenue in the company’s history and the sixth consecutive year in which operating profit surpassed KRW 1 trillion during the first quarter. Strong performance was driven by qualitative growth across key business areas, especially in B2B, non-hardware segments (such as subscriptions and webOS platform) and direct-to-consumer (D2C) sales.
Vehicle solutions and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) – both critical to LG’s B2B strategy and future growth – delivered record-breaking quarterly revenue and operating profit. Combined operating profit from the Vehicle Solution Company and Eco Solution Company increased 37.2 percent year-over-year, with revenue climbing 12.3 percent.
The Home Appliance Solution Company, LG’s flagship business and primary profit generator, also recorded its highest-ever quarterly revenue while maintaining global market leadership. The business is rapidly transforming through innovative models such as subscription services and D2C sales. Meanwhile, the media and entertainment segment demonstrated solid performance, led by continued growth in LG’s webOS-based advertising and content platform.
The LG Home Appliance Solution Company reported first-quarter revenue of KRW 6.70 trillion and operating profit of KRW 644.6 billion. Compared to the same period last year, revenue increased by 9.3 percent, setting a new record, and operating profit grew by 9.9 percent. The Company continues to maintain its market leadership while accelerating the growth of its subscription and D2C sales.
Looking to the second quarter, the Company anticipates increased uncertainty due to shifting global trade policies and increasing market competition. To address these challenges, the Company will expand its portfolio of new and volume-zone products, while deepening its focus on subscription and online businesses. Additional priorities include focusing on opportunities in B2B such as built-in appliances and external sales of key components like motors and compressors. Profitability efforts will center on enhancing cost competitiveness through optimizing operational efficiency.
The LG Media Entertainment Solution Company posted first-quarter revenue of KRW 4.95 trillion and operating profit of KRW 4.9 billion. While TV demand remained soft, growth in webOS-based advertising and content services made a greater contribution to performance. Revenue remained in line with the previous year, though profitability was impacted by rising LCD panel prices and higher marketing spend.
In the second quarter, the Company will seek to create synergies across its display-focused businesses, including TVs, commercial displays, and IT products such as laptops and monitors. While the market recovers slowly, the Company will emphasize profitability, particularly through premium products. The expanding webOS-based platform will aim to increase geographic reach and product base while advancing strategic partnerships with content providers to maintain its growth trajectory.
The LG Vehicle Solution Company recorded its highest-ever quarterly revenue and operating profit, with revenue of KRW 2.84 trillion and operating profit of KRW 125.1 billion. Growth continues to be powered by a robust order backlog totaling KRW 100 trillion. Notably, profitability improved in the in-vehicle infotainment business, where premium product share is steadily increasing. In the second quarter, the Company aims to sustain revenue growth and solidify a stable profit structure by expanding high-value product sales, optimizing operations in the EV component business, and enhancing resource efficiency.
The LG Eco Solution Company also achieved record-high quarterly revenue and operating profit. First-quarter revenue reached KRW 3.05 trillion, with operating profit of KRW 406.7 billion, resulting in a strong operating margin of 13.3 percent. Year-over-year, revenue rose 18.0 percent and operating profit grew 21.2 percent. Since the beginning of 2025, LG has operated its HVAC business as an independent division, with noticeable performance gains driven by efficient resource allocation and a B2B-focused organizational structure.
Alongside the Vehicle Solution Company, the Eco Solution Company serves as a core engine of LG’s B2B growth. In the second quarter, the Company will seek to expand sales of new residential HVAC products and secure commercial air conditioning contracts in emerging markets. It also plans to target large-scale industrial and power-generation projects – including AI data centers – by leveraging its ultra-large chiller solutions.
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LG Smart TV Users Can Dive into the Xbox App and Stream Hundreds of High Quality
Games With Xbox Game Pass Ultimate
SEOUL, April 24, 2025 — LG Electronics (LG) has announced the arrival of the highly anticipated Xbox app on LG Smart TVs this week, allowing users to stream Xbox games on the big screen at home. LG Smart TV owners in over 25 countries1 are now able to play the latest indie hit to the biggest AAA titles directly through the Xbox app on their LG Smart TVs.
Conveniently accessible from the Gaming Portal2 and the LG Apps, the Xbox app enables LG TV owners to jump straight into gameplay from day one with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, launching hundreds of titles from Activision, Bethesda, Blizzard, Mojang, Xbox Game Studios and more – with just a compatible controller. The Xbox app is available on LG TVs and select smart monitors running the latest webOS 24 and newer versions,3 and it will soon be available on StanbyME screens.
With an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership, users can explore a dynamic lineup of games, from action-packed titles like Call of Duty®: Black Ops 6 to popular titles like Avowed, South of Midnight or eagerly awaited upcoming releases like Towerborne. Game Pass Ultimate members can also conveniently stream a select catalog of games they already own, such as NBA 2K25 and Hogwarts Legacy, adding even greater flexibility to their gaming experience.
LG remains dedicated to delivering the ultimate home entertainment experience with its cutting-edge TVs and top-of-the-class built-in platform, webOS. Through its partnership with Xbox and the launch of the Xbox app, LG elevates gaming with the precision of game-changing OLED TVs and the brilliant and vivid action of the latest QNED TVs, including unrivaled gameplay upscaled to 4K for lifelike visuals, while offering a convenient interface on LG Smart TVs to enjoy a vast library of games with cloud gaming.
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1 Xbox cloud gaming is available in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK and USA.
2 Gaming Portal is available on LG screens running webOS23 and beyond in Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Ireland, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkiye, UK and USA and will expand to more markets and down to LG screens running webOS 6.0 by the second quarter.
3 Including 2022 OLED TVs, 2023 OLED, QNED, NanoCell and UHD TVs – which have been updated to software version 23.20.01 or higher.
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Company’s Outstanding Efforts in Delivery and Collaborative Cost Reduction
Recognized by the World’s Largest Car Manufacturer
SEOUL, April 22, 2025 — LG Electronics (LG), a mobility sector technology leader, has been awarded the 2024 Excellent Value Improvement Award by Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) for the first time. The award was presented at TMNA’s Annual Supplier Business Meeting in the U.S. This award recognizes LG’s contributions to component quality and technological innovation in Toyota’s largest market, North America.
To determine the award winners, TMNA evaluates supplier performance based on key criteria such as technology and development, supplier diversity, value improvement, Value Analysis achievement, quality, launch and value chain promotion. LG was highly commended for its outstanding delivery and proactive support of cost innovation initiatives. The company’s commitment to on-time, high-quality supply chain management has ensured seamless operations for Toyota, while its collaborative approach to cost optimization prioritizes continuous improvement over simple price reductions. LG also excelled in Manufacturing Improvement, demonstrating resilience and operational excellence in the challenging post-pandemic landscape.
LG has been a trusted partner of Toyota since supplying Navi-box components for its vehicles in 2011. This partnership expanded in 2019 to include advanced telematics solutions for TMNA. The LG Vehicle Solution Company leverages its expertise in 5G telematics technology to deliver advanced connectivity solutions tailored for the automotive industry. The company provides versatile telematics control units (TCUs) available in both standalone and integrated-antenna configurations. These TCUs feature cutting-edge capabilities, including 5G connectivity, Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication and robust cybersecurity measures. Such innovations enable automakers to offer seamless connectivity, efficiently supporting the growing demands of connected and autonomous driving. Through close collaboration with global automakers, LG continues to drive innovation and reinforce its leadership position in automotive telematics.
“LG’s commitment to collaboration and continuous improvement has been outstanding,” said Ryan Grimm, Group Vice President of TMNA R&D Purchasing Supplier Development. “We appreciate LG’s proactive approach to meeting our evolving needs and look forward to building on this strong foundation as we move forward together.”
“This highly esteemed award validates our efforts in advancing automotive technology and underscores our commitment to collaboration and building customer trust,” said Brad Oh, president of LG Vehicle Solution USA. “Our advanced telematics solutions prioritize vehicle connectivity and safety, helping Toyota realize its vision for the future of mobility through cutting-edge technologies and continued partnership.”
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The Company Achieves Record-High First-Quarter Revenue
Surpassing KRW 22 Trillion
SEOUL, Apr. 7, 2025 — LG Electronics Inc. (LG) today announced its preliminary earnings results for the first-quarter of 2025, reporting a consolidated revenue of KRW 22.7 trillion and operating profit of KRW 1.3 trillion.
This marks the first time LG’s first-quarter revenue has exceeded KRW 22 trillion. Despite ongoing macroeconomic challenges, including a global economic slowdown, the company’s focus on “qualitative growth” businesses played a key role.
Especially in B2B sectors, the Eco Solution (ES) business has been the primary driver of growth in both revenue and profitability. Other areas—such as subscription services, webOS-based advertising and content, and direct-to-consumer (D2C) sales—also contributed to the company’s record-breaking results.
Operating profit exceeded KRW 1 trillion for the sixth consecutive year, continuing to reflect a stable profit structure. Increased revenue from high-margin areas created a strong operating leverage effect, helping to sustain a stable profit structure. Additional drivers of profitability included efficient resource allocation, normalization of raw material and logistics costs, and enhanced agility in global production operations.
In the home appliance solution business, LG’s premium products maintained strong leadership in the global market. The built-in appliance business – a B2B segment – alongside key component sales such as motors and compressors, also contributed meaningfully to the performance.
The company’s subscription business, which combines hardware and services, is rapidly expanding. In 2025, LG plans to further strengthen its subscription-ready product lineup and customer care services, while also accelerating the global rollout of its subscription model.
In the media and entertainment solution business, from this year, LG is integrating its display-based businesses – including TVs, IT (laptops, monitors) and ID (commercial displays) – to generate synergy in its webOS-based advertising and content platform, traditionally centered around smart TVs.
LG’s 2025 TV lineup introduced enhanced AI features such as personalized content recommendations, superior picture quality and immersive sound. New products like the ultra-light LG gram Pro AI laptop and the portable LG StanbyME 2 lifestyle screen received positive responses from global markets. The commercial display segment also secured several large-scale international contracts.
The vehicle solution business, continues to expand sales of high value-added products, especially in in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) systems, while diversifying into automotive content platforms. LG Magna e-Powertrain is strengthening its competitiveness through advanced motor and inverter technologies and is enhancing operational capabilities at global production sites to support long-term growth. Meanwhile, the automotive lighting business is accelerating development of next-generation technologies, such as high-resolution and intelligent lighting systems, while improving overall efficiency.
The heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) business began operating as an independent Company in the first quarter. By focusing business capabilities on the essence of the order-based HVAC business and the characteristics of customers, the company is increasing its contribution to profitability.
In the commercial HVAC space, LG secured major overseas contracts in markets such as Singapore, thanks to its ability to provide localized, tailored solutions. Going forward, LG aims to make HVAC a core pillar of its B2B portfolio by leveraging its proprietary technologies in compressors, fans, heat exchangers and AI engines.
In the residential market, LG plans to maintain its leadership with AI-powered innovations. Additionally, in industrial and power-generation sectors, the company is actively pursuing new opportunities with large-scale chiller systems.
These figures are tentative consolidated earnings based on K-IFRS provided as a service to investors prior to LG Electronics’ final earnings results, including net profit. Details regarding each division will be announced officially later this month.
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