Applications and widgets on Webos – popular and relevant for 2025

In this article, we will understand what the WebOs system is, what is the history of its creation, which TVs work on this operating system. We will explain in detail how to download programs and web widgets to Smart TV under WebOs, as well as what problems you may encounter while downloading applications and how to properly remove unnecessary programs.

Webos – what is it?

openwebOSis an internal, open operating system created on the Linux kernel and designed for “smart” TVs. This operating system was created in 2009 by Palm Computing Corporation and was originally used only on tablets, smartphones, and partly on home appliances. In 2010, HP bought it from Palm Computing, with which they collaborated until 2012. In February 2011, HP announced plans to turn webOS into a universal platform for smartphones, tablets, netbooks, and even printers. The company also presented the only webOS tablet at that time, under the name of its brand – HP TouchPad. On February 26, 2013, it was announced, in fact, that LG Electronics Corporation redeemed the initial codes of the system, as well as other HP assets that related to webOS, after which all the creators of webOS will go to work at LG. LG is on the path to introducing the webOS operating system to modern TVs.
Until 2014, Smart TV worked on the NetCast platform. Now only high-quality TVs can function on the updated site, on others the previous version of NetCast is still used. The webOS interface is presented in the form of a layout with programs. This layout looks like horizontal lines at the edge of the screen that you can scroll through and browse to find the right widget, service, or setting. In addition, the user has the opportunity to turn on not only what is live, but also view other websites, and also play all kinds of files.

Widgets for WebOS

On TVs from LG, widgets are some kind of graphic modules. They are located on the WebOs interface and take up some space. Perform various functions. In addition, the widget can show specific material or news, for example, the current date, currency exchange rate, weather, TV show, or act as a shortcut and guarantee a quick transition to a particular application. These modules do not weigh much enough, so you should not worry about the amount of remaining memory on the TV. What you need to know about the operating system for Smart TV Lg WebOs: https://youtu.be/vrR22mikLUU

Widgets and programs for webOS and their installation on LG Smart TV

The webOS platform is comfortable and easy to use. It not only promotes small widgets and programs, but larger ones as well. A widget is a small graphical module that performs specific functional assignments. LG Smart TV is equipped with services that are complex in functionality, which are divided into groups:

• entertaining
• video search engines (Bluetooth, IVI, Play);
• means of communication (Skype, Telegram);
• teleinformation;
• reference (navigator, TV news, exchange rate, weather forecast in your area)
• scientific portals;
• social networks (Instagram, YouTube, Twitte);
• programs where you can watch videos or movies in super quality.

In addition to the pre-installed applications installed by the developer at the factory, it is also possible to install additional programs yourself. In the event that you decide to buy a program to download from the LG Apps Market, you first need to check that the TV is connected to an Internet provider, as without the Internet, it is impossible to download applications. Next, take the following steps:

1. Step 1: Open the TV menu and select Smart Home.
2. Step 2: Find the LG Smart World item, click on it and a window will open in front of you where you will need to create or log in to your account.
3. Step 3: After you have been identified in your account, a list of available widgets for your TV will be displayed on your screen.
4. Step 4: Select the required application and click “Install”. If the program you need is commercial, follow the suggested payment methods.

What can affect the installation?

There are cases when, when buying an application, the system indicates a mistake. This occurs for some reason. For example:

• your TV is not connected to the network;
• the widget is not compatible with the firmware version;
• there is not enough space on the device to purchase and install the program;
• your account is not authorized.

These were the main problems that may appear when downloading the program.

If you cannot fix the error yourself, then you should contact the hotline or a professional.

However, if you cannot download the program, there is another way out. You can use it online. All you need to do is find the necessary application through the browser search engine. Installing unofficial widgets on the LG TV operating system WEB OS: https://youtu.be/qnSY8Q2hh9k

How to determine that the storage in the TV is full?

In this case:

1. You will not be able to download widgets and entertainment applications.
2. When trying to play back a photo or video, the message “Not enough memory” will be displayed on the screen.
3. The TV began to respond more slowly to remote commands.
4. To open a web page, it will take him much longer than before.
5. During the work of widgets, interference, glitches and failures in the system began to appear.

If at least once you have encountered one or more of the above failures, then you should clean the device’s memory.

Uninstalling Apps from LG Smart TV: Step by Step Guide

Method #1

Turn on the TV using the remote control. Find the “Smart” button on the remote control and press (this button is in the center and has a corresponding inscription). Wait until the list of programs opens on your TV screen. Find the “Change” item In the list of programs and entertainment applications that opens on the screen, select those that you do not use and click “Delete”.

Method #2

Find the “Smart” button on the remote control (it is located in the center and is marked with the corresponding inscription) and press it. Wait until the program list appears on the TV screen. Find the application you want to uninstall from the lists and move it to the top right corner of the screen. When the “Delete” button appears on the screen. Move the icon to this area.

Method #2

An elementary method to remove applications from your LG Smart TV. On the TV screen of your TV, using the remote control, select the icon of the program you want to delete, and move it to the lower right corner, where the “Delete” button is located. How to remove or move an application from LG Webos TV – video instruction: https://youtu.be/TzKC8RK5Pfk

Rating of the best applications for webOS

The official LG store is represented by a wide range of different applications for webos. Almost everything can be installed for free. Among the well-known, affordable and best widgets for LG Smart TV, you should pay attention to the following:

1. YouTube is a popular service for watching videos and movies.
2. Ivi.ru is a well-known online cinema where you can watch the latest movies for free.
3. Skype is a popular program for communicating with friends and relatives, for conducting online lessons, and more.
4. Gismeteo – An application that shows the weather forecast.
5. Air Force is a famous game. It can be played by connecting an Android device.
6. 3D World is an application where you can watch movies in 3D quality.
7. DriveCast is a practical online service where you can manage iCloud storage.
8. Culinary Academy – a site that contains a huge number of recipes.
9. Sportbox is a free site where you can find the latest sports news and watch live streams.
10. Vimeo is an analogue of the well-known YouTube, which has thousands of videos on various topics.
11. Megogo is a service where you can watch just released movies.

Official app store on webos: https://en.lgappstv.com/ Unofficial app store dstore for webos – details on how to install applications and widgets on LZ WebOS from unofficial sources – http://webos-forums.ru/topic5169.html.

LG TV language setting

To set the language on the LG TV, you need to open the main menu. If the TV is set in English and you need to change it to Russian, follow these steps:

1. On the remote control, click on the gear, that is, “Settings”;
2. Next, go to the section called “Language” and select the language you need.

How to set up your newly purchased LG TV

Step #1

If you are not the first owner of the TV, then you should reset the current settings. To reset, open the main menu of the LG TV, go to “Settings” → “Factory settings” and click reset. The TV will then reboot.

Step #2

The next thing to set up is live channels. To do this, open “Settings”, select your country, activate the “Auto search” function, and click “Cable” as a signal.
Start the search with the following parameters: initial frequency – 274,000; end frequency – 770,000; modulation – 256; speed – 6750; Network ID – Auto. It is important to turn off the “Auto-update” function and replace the channel settings.

If you have purchased a Smart TV, then you have additional options. You can not only watch live TV, but also watch movies in online cinemas, download and play in entertainment applications, watch YouTube videos and more.