LG Electronics just raised the bar for smart TVs by weaving in Cerence AI’s neural text-to-speech (TTS) tech—so users can now command, ask, and interact with their TV in human-like voices across 65 languages and dialects.
This isn’t about gimmicks—it’s a shift toward a future where your living room screen listens and responds with personality.
The integration within webOS is slick—whether the TTS runs via the cloud or on-device, it keeps system lag to a minimum and avoids overloading CPU resources.
For families, tech novices, or anyone visually impaired, this means menus and program info can now be read out, spoken back and navigated via natural dialogue.
Think “Find me feel-good movies for tonight’s mood,” and the TV breezes through recommendations, just like a friend might.
What This Moves Forward in the Real World
LG’s move isn’t just about adding a talking screen—it’s about hitting important global accessibility standards like the European Accessibility Act and reaffirming inclusivity across borders.
Whether you’re watching from Germany, Brazil, or Japan, chances are your TV can now speak your language—and you don’t need to read a thing to find what you want.
A Game-Changer for Voice Tech and Accessibility
Before this, Cerence AI was known mostly in auto dashboards—its voice tech once powered navigation and voice assistants in vehicles.
Now it’s in homes too, making your TV not just a passive screen, but a responsive companion. This also signals a bigger push by LG to layer AI into its broader smart home ecosystem via its ThinQ platform.
A Peek Ahead
LG and Cerence plan to expand this voice experience to other webOS platforms—maybe your fridge, your soundbar, or just about any corner of your smart home console could be ready to talk back soon.
Bottom Line
This is more than convenience; it’s a small revolution in how we interact with screens. Your TV is learning to answer like a person—not just do your bidding. It’s a mix of empathy, efficiency, and tech that, frankly, I’d happily chat with all night.
