LG C6 /G6

I am starting to think the G6 will be the last LG TV I buy:

  1. The remotes get worse every year, and this latest one is an absolute turkey. Ergonomics aside (I've gotten used to it now), the volume down long press trying to mute is abysmal UX. Need to constantly click. Going from Plex which needs high volume to Youtube which is loud by default is a constant irritation
  2. Dropped support for DTS. Just found this out the hard way this weekend. Half my Plex media uses DTS...
  3. App crashing. Was an issue on G5 as well. There's no need for YT to CTD as much as it does. Plex seems improved.
  4. Constant updates that can't be suppressed. Normally a good thing on any other hardware, but after it knocking out my ARC on G5 for months, I'm terrified every time there's a new update.
The screen tech is still outstanding so it's really just the UX decisions they've made over the last few gens that let them down. That said, I am not sure what other TV's ecosystem will offer better.
 
D3K said:
I am starting to think the G6 will be the last LG TV I buy:

  1. The remotes get worse every year, and this latest one is an absolute turkey. Ergonomics aside (I've gotten used to it now), the volume down long press trying to mute is abysmal UX. Need to constantly click. Going from Plex which needs high volume to Youtube which is loud by default is a constant irritation
  2. Dropped support for DTS. Just found this out the hard way this weekend. Half my Plex media uses DTS...
  3. App crashing. Was an issue on G5 as well. There's no need for YT to CTD as much as it does. Plex seems improved.
  4. Constant updates that can't be suppressed. Normally a good thing on any other hardware, but after it knocking out my ARC on G5 for months, I'm terrified every time there's a new update.
The screen tech is still outstanding so it's really just the UX decisions they've made over the last few gens that let them down. That said, I am not sure what other TV's ecosystem will offer better.
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What remote you got?

Mine looks no different to the magic remote of the C4 apart from hdmi input been replaced by stupid Ai button.

You can turn off tv firmware auto updates in software update.
 
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D3K said:
I am starting to think the G6 will be the last LG TV I buy:

  1. The remotes get worse every year, and this latest one is an absolute turkey. Ergonomics aside (I've gotten used to it now), the volume down long press trying to mute is abysmal UX. Need to constantly click. Going from Plex which needs high volume to Youtube which is loud by default is a constant irritation
  2. Dropped support for DTS. Just found this out the hard way this weekend. Half my Plex media uses DTS...
  3. App crashing. Was an issue on G5 as well. There's no need for YT to CTD as much as it does. Plex seems improved.
  4. Constant updates that can't be suppressed. Normally a good thing on any other hardware, but after it knocking out my ARC on G5 for months, I'm terrified every time there's a new update.
The screen tech is still outstanding so it's really just the UX decisions they've made over the last few gens that let them down. That said, I am not sure what other TV's ecosystem will offer better.
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All mostly minor issues

1. Use the shortcut key on the remote to bind to mute, it works for me.

2. Run your plex server through your receiver/soundbar first and pass the image to the TV, issue sorted.

3. Not sure about this one but I haven't had any YT or other apps crash in the two months I've had a G6

4. Yes updates can easily be stopped
 
D3K said:
Remote is this thing https://www.lg.com/us/tv-home-theater-accessories/lg-mr26ga-magic-remote

Auto updates can indeed be turned off, but you get prompted to install it every time you turn the TV on. That can't be turned off.
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Oh yeah that remote is rubbish, I really don’t get the decision making for such an atrocity of a remote.

As for updates, auto updates is off and I can’t say I’ve been badgered by any update prompts as yet, .71 firmware is avaible for me but I’ve not been informed from the tv as yet.
 
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beachBOYken said:
Oh yeah that remote is rubbish, I really don’t get the decision making for such an atrocity of a remote.

As for updates, auto updates is off and I can’t say I’ve been badgered by any update prompts as yet, .71 firmware is avaible for me but I’ve not been informed from the tv as yet.
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I had them and wifi turned off for my G5 when there TOS changed and became more "we are going to gather and sell your data" , only switched it on again for a update after a year, I don't use the smart features or app so its a glorified big display
 
KillBoY_UK said:
I had them and wifi turned off for my G5 when there TOS changed and became more "we are going to gather and sell your data" , only switched it on again for a update after a year, I don't use the smart features or app so its a glorified big display
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I like to occasionally use the internal apps so keep it connected.
I think the only t&c I’ve agreed to is the required “terms of use”.

I may just do the same eventually though and turn the internet off on it, as I do have an Apple TV4k anyway.
 
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New update coming, I don't have it yet but here is a summmary of the notes:

1) Added dedicated homescreen for kids

2) Dolby Vision can now be manually disabled/enabled, allowing you to switch between Dolby Vision and HDR10

3) Spatial Audio is now supported for Apple devices

4) Audio and video better sync when using Bluetooth audio
 
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Another update coming, unsure when

A new picture mode called Creator Original will be soon be added to the LG W6, G6, C6 and C6H. All other models from prior years are not supported
This picture mode gives creators more control over the image than Filmmaker Mode - giving creators new tools to adjust shadow detail, color volume and balance, noise reduction and grain and new motion handling features

You guys may notice these new features look suspiciously similar to Dolby Vision 2... but without paying for the license
The first film that supports this new picture mode is Masters of the Universe, streaming now on Prime Video



www.engadget.com

2026 LG OLED evo TVs are getting a new Creator Original picture mode - Engadget

The elevated streaming experience is happening in collaboration with Prime Video.
www.engadget.com www.engadget.com
 
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