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LG is set to enhance its next generation of OLED TVs by introducing Bluetooth ultra-low latency (ULL) technology aimed at gamers who need quick response times. The company has partnered with MediaTek, a chipmaker, and Razer, a gaming hardware specialist, to create the world’s first Bluetooth ULL controller. This controller promises an impressive input lag of just 1 millisecond, which is a significant improvement for gaming performance, according to FlatpanelsHD.
However, it’s important to note that while the new LG G5 TVs will offer these features, they won’t be able to rival high-end gaming consoles like the PS5 in terms of raw processing power. That said, the new controller will enhance the responsiveness of cloud gaming services like Nvidia GeForce Now and Amazon Luna, which are already available on LG’s webOS platform.
At a recent webOS summit, LG showcased this controller in action, demonstrating it with various cloud-based games, including fighting games, racing games, and first-person shooters. The technology behind this controller will be integrated into the MediaTek MT7921 chipset, which LG plans to use in its faster TVs slated for release next year.
Interestingly, LG also shared an image of a prototype TV featuring this new technology, leading to speculation about whether it’s an early version of the upcoming LG C5 or G5 model. Matt Bolton, TechRadar’s Managing Editor for TVs, suggests that the new MediaTek chip may have been paired with an existing screen, as the design of the prototype resembles the LG C4 model quite closely.
However, it’s also possible that LG may keep a similar design for next year’s models. For now, it seems more likely that this prototype is a modified version of an existing TV rather than a sneak peek at a fully realized 2025 model.
Beyond its own controller, LG is launching a certification program for third-party game controllers, allowing users to choose from various certified controllers that will work seamlessly with webOS TVs. Razer is the first company to receive this certification, which enhances the gaming experience for LG TV users.
LG aims to establish webOS as the ultimate gaming platform for all types of gamers. The Bluetooth ULL technology will be featured in its gaming-focused OLED and QNED TVs for 2025, specifically those with refresh rates of 120Hz or higher. Additionally, the MediaTek chipset that supports Bluetooth ULL will also come with Wi-Fi 6 capabilities, ensuring fast and stable streaming with minimal lag.
While LG is making strides in this space, it’s important to note that it’s not the only player in the market. Samsung is also a competitor, offering its Samsung Game Hub, which currently has an exclusive partnership with Xbox—something that LG’s webOS TVs lack. Despite this, Microsoft is keen on expanding its cloud gaming presence, and it’s likely that we’ll see developments in this area in the future.