Does the 79UF9500 work with RemotApp?
Yes. The 79UF9500 runs webOS 2.0, and RemotApp controls it over Wi-Fi with no setup beyond accepting the connection on the TV once.
- ✓Remote over Wi-Fi Yes
- ✓Infrared (Android with IR) Yes
- ✓Send photos and videos Yes
- –Turn on from the phone No
Protocol: LG webOS (SSAP 3000/3001)
What the code 79UF9500 means
TV model codes follow the maker’s naming rules. Reading it piece by piece:
79Screen size in inchesUF9500Series (2015 line) · UHD
79UF9500 specifications
Display
| Display diagonal | 2.01 m (79") |
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| HD type | 4K Ultra HD |
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| Screen shape | Flat |
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| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
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| Screen format adjustments | 4:3, 14:9, 16:9, Zoom |
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| Supported video modes | 2160p |
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| Supported graphics resolutions | 3840 x 2160 |
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| Motion interpolation technology | TruMotion |
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| Display resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
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Smart TV
| Smart TV | Yes |
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| Operating system installed | WebOS |
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| Operating system version | 2.0 |
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| Smart modes | Cinema, Dynamic, Movie, Photo, Sports, Standard |
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Audio
| RMS rated power | 35 W |
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| Audio decoders | Dolby Digital |
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| Sound modes | Dynamic, Game, Movie, Music, News, Sports, Standard |
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Network
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
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| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
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| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
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Design
| Product colour | Black, White |
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| VESA mounting | Yes |
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| Panel mounting interface | 600 x 400 mm |
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| On/off switch | Yes |
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Performance
| Video formats supported | DIVX HD |
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| Audio formats supported | AAC, AC3, EAC3, HE-AAC, MP2, MP3, PCM, RA-Lossless, WMA |
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| Image formats supported | JPEG XR, JPS, MPO |
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| 24p support | Yes |
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Ports & interfaces
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
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| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
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| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
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| Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) in | 1 |
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| Composite video in | 1 |
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| RS-232 ports | 1 |
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| RF ports quantity | 1 |
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| HDMI ports quantity | 3 |
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| Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) | SimpLink |
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Management features
| Sleep timer | Yes |
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| On/Off timer | Yes |
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Power
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.3 W |
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| AC input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
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| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
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Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
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Weight & dimensions
| Width (with stand) | 1770.4 mm |
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| Depth (with stand) | 345.4 mm |
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| Height (with stand) | 1089.7 mm |
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| Weight (with stand) | 60.5 kg |
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| Weight (without stand) | 52.3 kg |
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Packaging data
| Manual | Yes |
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| Package width | 1884.7 mm |
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| Package depth | 228.6 mm |
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| Package height | 1158.2 mm |
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| Package weight | 73.9 kg |
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Packaging content
| Remote control included | Yes |
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Other features
| 3D | Yes |
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| 3D glasses included | Yes |
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| 3D glasses quantity | 2 |
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| Built-in speaker(s) | Yes |
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| Supported 3D technologies | FPR 3D |
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Technical data: Open Icecat and the manufacturer. Check the official page before buying; specs can vary by batch and market.
How to control the 79UF9500 with your phone
- Connect your phone to the same Wi-Fi network as the TV. (Not the guest network.)
- Turn the TV on and install RemotApp on your phone.
- Open RemotApp. It finds the TVs on your network by itself; tap your LG TV.
- The TV shows a connection request from RemotApp. Select “Accept”.
- Tap Volume + to test. That’s it: your phone is now the remote.
Full guide for LG TVs, with fixes when it won’t connect
Questions about the 79UF9500
Can I control the LG 79UF9500 with my phone?
Yes. The 79UF9500 runs webOS 2.0, and RemotApp controls it over Wi-Fi with no setup beyond accepting the connection on the TV once.
What year is the LG 79UF9500?
The 79UF9500 is part of LG’s 2015 line (UHD UF9500).
What operating system does the 79UF9500 use?
The 79UF9500 runs webOS 2.0.
How many HDMI ports does the 79UF9500 have?
The 79UF9500 has 3 HDMI ports.
