If you’re wondering how to get Peacock on older LG smart TV, then this guide is for you since we’re going to describe all possible ways. Let’s learn more!
To acquire Peacock on an old and even non-smart LG TV, there has to be an available HDMI input in order to connect a streaming device.
Some of those devices are Google Chromecast, Amazon Firestick, or Apple TV, and they all support the Peacock app!
There are even more ways to get Peacock on old LG TV so let’s unwrap further!
Cant Find Peacock on LG Content Store – Why?
Old LG TVs might not include the Peacock app in their dedicated content store, where old and dedicated apps can only be found.
However, there are many different ways to stream Peacock on your old LG TV, so let’s review all possible ways for better orientation!
- Use Google Chromecast
- Connect an Apple TV
- Use Amazon Firestick
- Use the Screen Mirror app
- Use the Remote Access app
Info: If your LG TV does not include Peacock in the dedicated content store, you would need an external streaming device, add-on, or an app that should help!
Try This First!
If you can’t find the Peacock app in the LG TV content store, sometimes the reason could be due to TV hardware limitations or outdated firmware.
This is why it’s best to update your LG TV by going into Settings > All Settings > General > About this TV > Update.
How to Get Peacock on Older LG Smart TV – 6 Ways!
In case the Peacock app is not available in the LG Content store, there are quite a few different ways to stream Peacock.
Test all of the methods below to discover a suitable way to stream!
1. Use a Streaming Device!
A streaming device will be able to connect to the HDMI input of your LG TV and when you select the correct source, the feed would appear.
Then using your streaming device you can get the Peacock app installed and start streaming on your old LG TV.
Note: A strong and reliable WiFi is necessary to download and stream Peacock!
- Google Chromecast
Setting up a Google Chromecast is easy:
- Plug the Chromecast into the HDMI input of your TV.
- Connect the Google Chromecast to power via USB.
- Switch the LG TV source and connect Chromecast to WiFi.
- Both your phone and Chromecast must be on the same WiFi.
- Download the Chromecast Streamer app to mirror the screen.
- Then download Peacock TV, sign in, and start streaming.
- Amazon Firestick
Here’s how to set up Peacock on Amazon Firestick:
- Connect your Firestick to the HDMI input of the LG TV.
- Select the correct TV source to display the stick’s feed.
- Connect the Firestick to the WiFi using the remote.
- Download and install the Peacock TV app on Firestick.
- Start streaming Peacock TV on your old LG TV screen.
- Apple TV (iOS)
Having an Apple TV, instantly means that you have access to the iOS App Store, when you connect the device to any screen with HDMI.
Hence, connect the Apple TV to your LG TV and select the correct HDMI source to display the feed.
Then, simply reach into the App Store, download Peacock TV, and start streaming!
Note: Your old LG TV does not need a WiFi connection, since the streaming device connects instead.
2. Use Android Screen Mirroring!
In case you didn’t know, your LG TV might have an-built screen mirroring feature that might allow screen casting from mobile devices.
This would allow downloading the Peacock app on your smartphone and screencasting the feed on your old LG TV.
Here’s how to cast a screen from any Android smartphone to LG TV:
- Go into the Android smartphone’s Settings.
- Alternatively: Access the Quick Menu.
- Find and select the “Cast or Mirror” option.
- Wait for the scan to discover your TV.
- Tap to connect and cast your phone screen.
- Download Peacock on your phone and sign in.
- Start streaming on your old LG TV screen.
Note: Your LG TV must be “smart” hence, should be connected to the home WiFi!
3. Use Third-Party Applications!
There are many apps in the content store that should be able to mirror any Android phone screen to your old LG TV.
Here are some of the best recommendations we’ve got:
- Screen Mirroring App
- ApowerMirror
- Screen Mirroring – Miracle
- TV Cast for LG webOS
- LastView – Wireless Cast
Downloading any of these apps from the Google Play store on an Android device should allow you to screencast to the LG TV screen.
Don’t forget that when the casting is established, you still need to download PEacock TV on your phone and stream content to see it on the LG TV.
4. Use an HDMI Computer or Laptop
There is one more way to bring Peacock on any old LG TV as long as there is an HDMI input available and you’ve got a computer or laptop for this purpose.
We all know that we can stream Peacock TV from an online browser, hence having a computer it’s easily achievable.
Connecting a Computer / Laptop to old LG TV:
You only need an HDMI cable to hook up the computer’s GPU with the LG TV screen and select the correct source for the feed to appear.
Then you only need to go to www.peacocktv.com and sign into your subscription account to start streaming. The feed will appear on the LG screen!
Note: The computer has to be connected to the internet to stream Peacock TV online!
5. Use iOS AirPlay on LG TV (iOS)
Even if your LG TV is old, on a variety of smart LG TVs there is an option “AirPlay” which basically allows any iOS device to cast its screen.
To justify whether your TV has this option, press the Home button on the LG TV remote and go to the menu!
- If your LG TV does not have an “AirPlay” feature, this method won’t work!
In case you found the “Airplay” feature, enable the option, and on your Apple iPhone, iPad, MacBook, or iMac, you would be able to screen cast.
The feature is typically found in the Quick Menu, so slide from the bottom or from the top and tap on the Airplay.
Note: Your LG TV should appear for Airplay” as long as both devices are connected to the same WiFi network.
6. Use an HDMI Adapter!
In case nothing else helped, perhaps you can get Peacock TV on your old LG TV from your mobile device using an HDMI adapter.
Since we can’t directly connect our smartphones to the HDMI input of the TV, an HDMI adapter (suitable with our mobile) should help!
As per the model and charging port of your mobile, acquire the respective adapter:
HDMI Adapter for iPhones:
This type of adapter has one HDMI connector on one side (that plugs into your LG TV) and a lightning port on the other end, to connect your iOS device.
This would allow a wired screencasting on your old LG TV, which on the other hand will deliver Peacock from your phone!
- Best recommendation: Apple Mfi – Lighting to HDMI Adapter
HDMI Adapter for Android:
There are two possible Android mobile ports, hence you need to check before purchasing an HDMI adapter. Newer Android phones use USB-type C connectors while older Android phones still utilize the MicroUSB port.
- Best recommendation: JUEJUEZIHDMI to MicroUSB + Type C Extention
Note: Don’t forget that you still need to select the correct LG TV source to start streaming!
Quick Recap:
Now that we’ve learned how to get Peacock on older LG smart TV, we know that this is possible via the streaming device, screen mirroring, or HDMI adapter.
In addition, we need to check whether the LG TV supports Screen Mirroring (Castig) or Airplay to stream from our mobile.
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