LG claims that the AI Picture Pro image tuning uses deep learning to improve image fidelity in various ways. As laid out in the press release, AI Picture Pro can distinguish faces, objects, and backgrounds from each other, with small details being particularly emphasized. Functionally speaking, LG says that the Dynamic Tone Mapping feature divides the picture into a grid of separate “blocks” that it does real-time analysis on to determine the brightest and darkest sections of the image.
As for AI Sound Pro, LG describes it as producing “virtual” 9.1.2 surround sound — a la a soundbar’s pseudo-surround sound modes — when using the TV’s built-in speakers. If you also have an LG sound bar, the included WOW Orchestra technology uses both sets of speakers together to create a more immersive surround sound environment. The new TVs are particularly thin, measuring at just 29mm. In terms of smart TV functionality, it includes an updated version of LG’s webOS platform; in addition to its native apps, LG’s TVs are among the rare devices that support both Apple AirPlay and Google Chromecast to allow users to cast from phones, tablets, and computers.
