Apps 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 run 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 uninstall unnecessary programs.

What is WebOs?

Open webOSIs an internal, open source operating system built on the Linux kernel for smart TVs. This operating system was created in 2009 by Palm Computing and was originally used only on tablets, smartphones and partly on household appliances. In 2010, HP bought it from Palm Computing, with which they worked 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 had bought out the initial system codes, as well as other HP assets related to webOS,after which all the creators of webOS will go to work at LG. LG is on the way to bringing the webOS operating system to modern TVs.
Until 2014, Smart TV worked at the NetCast site. Now only high quality TVs can function on the updated site, while others still use the previous version of NetCast. The webOS interface is presented as a layout with programs. This layout looks like a horizontal line at the edge of the screen, which can be scrolled and revised to find the desired widget, service or setting. In addition, the user has the ability to include not only what is on the air, but also view other websites, and also play all kinds of files.

Widgets for WebOS

On LG TVs, widgets are some kind of graphic modules. They are located on the WebOs interface and take up some space. They perform various functions. In addition, the widget can show specific material or news, for example, the current date, exchange rate, weather, TV show, or act as a shortcut and guarantee a quick transition to a particular application. These modules do not weigh a lot, so you shouldn’t worry about the amount of memory remaining 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 cooperates with small widgets and programs, but also larger ones. A widget is a small graphical module that performs specific functional purposes. LG Smart TV is equipped with complex functional services, which are divided into groups:

• entertaining
• video search engines (Bluetooth, IVI, Play);
• means of communication (Skype, Telegram);
• teleinformative;
• reference (navigator, TV news, exchange rates, 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 preinstalled applications installed by the developer in production, it is also possible to install additional programs yourself. In the event that you decide to buy to download the program from the LG Apps Market, first you need to check that the TV is connected to the Internet provider as without the Internet, it is impossible to download applications. Then follow these steps:

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

What can affect the installation?

There are times when, when purchasing an application, the system indicates a mistake. This occurs for several reasons. 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.

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

How can I tell if my TV’s storage is full?

In this case:

1. It will not be possible to download widgets and entertainment applications.
2. Trying to play photo or video material on the screen will display the inscription “Not enough memory”.
3. The TV began to respond more slowly to commands from the remote control.
4. It will take him much longer to open a web page than before.
5. When working with widgets, noise, glitches and system crashes began to appear.

If you have encountered one or more of the above failures at least once, then you should clean the device 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 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 item “Change” 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 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 upper right corner of the screen. When the “Delete” button is highlighted on the screen. Move the icon to this area.

Method # 2

An elementary method to uninstall 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 uninstall or move an app 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 webos applications. Almost everything is free to install. 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 films for free.
3. Skype is a popular program for communicating with friends and family, for conducting online lessons, and more.
4. Gismeteo – An application that shows the weather forecast.
5. Air Force is a well-known 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. The Culinary Academy is 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 films.

Applications and programs for Webos [/ caption] Official app store on webos: https://ru.lgappstv.com/ Unofficial dstore app store for webos – details on how to install applications and widgets on the WebOS LV from unofficial sources – http://webos-forums.ru/topic5169.html.

LG TV Language Setting

To set the language on your LG TV, you need to open the main menu. If the TV is installed 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 that you need.

Language setting for Smart TV LV [/ caption]

How to set up your new 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 your LG TV, go to “Settings” → “Factory settings” and click reset. The TV will then restart.

Step # 2

The next thing to tune is the live channels. To do this, open “Settings”, select your country, activate the “Autosearch” function, and press “Cable” as a signal.
Start your search with the following parameters: initial frequency – 274,000; final frequency – 770,000; modulation – 256; speed – 6750; Network ID – Auto. It is important to turn off the Auto Update function and change the channel settings.
Advanced settings for Smart LG TV [/ caption] If you have purchased Smart TV, then you have additional options. You can not only watch terrestrial television, but also watch movies in online cinemas, download and play in entertainment applications, watch videos from YouTube, and more.