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By News Reporter
Despite living in a world more connected than ever before, many people paradoxically feel a deeper sense of disconnection. As part of its ongoing efforts to understand that true fulfillment comes from genuine connections and reflecting LG’s commitment to expand “Life’s Good” in digital spaces, LG Electronics conducted a global survey to explore the state of connection in the digital age. The findings offer timely insight into the emotional disconnect often hidden behind the screens we interact with every day.
Conducted across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, India and Canada, the survey gathered responses from 5,000 individuals between the ages of 18 and 45. It revealed that 68 percent of people find it more difficult to form real friendships and meaningful connections in today’s social media-driven world. The most common barriers include a lack of time, practical distance, and the fear of awkwardness—pointing to deeper issues beneath the surface of digital engagement.
Perhaps more concerning, 62 percent of participants reported spending more time online every week than engaging in deep, meaningful interactions with people. Furthermore, one in three respondents said they had experienced a meaningful connection only once or not at all in the past month.
And yet, the desire for more remains clear: 82 percent said they believe their lives would benefit from more meaningful connections, and 86 percent agreed such relationships help them view life more optimistically.
To counteract the disconnection often felt in an era dominated by superficial interactions, such as likes and comments on social media, LG launched “Radio Optimism,” a new brand campaign designed to spark genuine connection through the power of music. Inspired by the storytelling spirit of traditional radio, the campaign invites people to create one-of-a-kind AI-generated songs and share them with someone special. In doing so, LG is helping to turn digital interactions into heartfelt moments that build bridges instead of barriers.
The campaign reflects LG’s enduring brand promise—Life’s Good—and its belief that technology should serve not just our convenience, but our emotional well-being. In a time when many are scrolling past what really matters, LG is encouraging people to pause, reflect and reconnect.
The campaign website is available in English and Spanish, with plans to support additional languages to enable broader participation. The official campaign website can be found at
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* Survey Methodology
Timings: Fieldwork conducted from April 29 – May 1, 2025, via Focaldata
Countries: 5 – US, UK, Australia, India and Canada
Age: 18-45
Sample Size: 5,000 participants across US, UK, Australia, India and Canada, with 1,000 participants in each market, and nationally representative splits by age, gender and region.
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By News Reporter
Are we becoming more optimistic? A new global survey from LG sheds light on the current state of optimism, revealing surprising trends and the key factors shaping our outlook on the future.
Despite global uncertainties, a sense of optimism persists. 48 percents of consumers across 16 markets feel more optimistic now compared to six months ago, with a global average optimism score of 7.49 out of 10. While France, the UK and Australia reported below-average optimism levels, Saudi Arabia, India and the UAE emerged as the most optimistic nations. Interestingly, personal growth and strong family dynamics were key drivers of individual optimism, while financial concerns tended to dampen spirits.
Entertainment, encompassing movies, TV, music and art, emerged as the leading source of optimism (60 percent), followed closely by the potential of AI (56 percent). Social media, while influential, generated less optimism (48 percent), and global crises understandably ranked lowest.
This research aligns with LG’s “Life’s Good” philosophy, emphasizing the company’s commitment to understanding and fostering happiness worldwide. It’s part of a broader effort to explore the power of optimism and its potential to shape a brighter future.
The survey also uncovered intriguing generational trends. While optimism and happiness generally decline with age, the youngest group (under 18) reported surprisingly low scores. Gen Z, while generally optimistic, also expressed the highest level of caution, with 50 percent believing optimism can be harmful. This may stem from concerns about having the necessary tools to succeed, a sentiment twice as prevalent among Gen Z compared to millennials.
Younger generations leverage social media to find positive content and connect with like-minded individuals. 86 percent acknowledge its impact on their personal lives, surpassing the 67 percent who believe it impacts society as a whole. Gen Z is also more likely to seek therapy, retail therapy or even delete social media accounts to combat negativity. Older generations, conversely, prefer offline comforts like spending time outdoors, with family or pursuing hobbies.
As a brand dedicated to fostering optimism, LG prioritizes understanding and meeting customer needs. The company recognizes that people seek resources and tools to cultivate a positive outlook and build a brighter future, and LG is committed to fulfilling this need.
This commitment is embodied in LG’s “Optimism your feed” campaign, designed to infuse social media feeds with positive content. The campaign has demonstrably boosted positive feelings, with 78 percent of participants reporting increased optimism after engaging with it.
Find the “Optimism your Feed” playlist on LG’s global TikTok (@lge_lifesgood) and YouTube (@LGGlobal) channels. Learn more at
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Survey Methodology
Global survey conducted by GWI.
Fieldwork conducted from August 26 to October 7, 2024.
Age: Between 16 – 64 years old, all income levels.
Sample size: 300 respondents each across 16 markets, except for 70 respondents in KSA.
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By Low Grade
i thought of using my handphone to act as a remote control for the TV.............but it will only work with WiFi ??!!
i had BlueTooth still turned on..............TV is using LAN connection only.........and the phone can no longer control the TV (the phone can control the TV with WiFi on)............is this normal ??
many thanks in advance............
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By Surojit Bhattacharjee
The sales person in showroom pushed for LG saying it has better sound and picture richness. But obviously didn't reveal big shortcomings of non-android smart TV in today's ecosystem. This is useless as you are not having freedom to install apps of your choice from playstore. I can't even get Sonyliv. Horrible OS. Now I am trapped for years after buying this TV. Don't buy LG or other non-android TV unless you can affford to throw it in weeks. When will LG grow up?
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By Coweso
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