Your LG TV is getting a big visual upgrade for free - these OLED models included

Source: ZDNet

ZDNET’s key takeaways

• A recent update improves picture quality on LG C5 and G5 TVs.
• The update makes Dolby Vision content brighter and more vivid.
• All picture modes except Filmmaker Mode are affected.

Visual upgrade details

Just days after offering a free audio upgrade, LG is providing a free visual upgrade that many users say makes a noticeable difference. The update changes how Dolby Vision content is rendered on the C5 and G5 models, making images significantly brighter and reducing overly dark shadows.

Dolby Vision being too dark has been a common complaint among LG owners, especially in bright rooms where sunlight or strong ambient light hits the screen. In the before‑and‑after images, the improvement is striking. Because the C5 already has a relatively high peak brightness, the upgrade is especially noticeable on that set.

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A Reddit user posted an image of the latest version’s changelog, which states that “this update is a specific picture quality fix addressing user complaints regarding Dolby Vision brightness.” The fix also aligns Dolby Vision brightness with HDR10 in Cinema Home mode and applies to Cinema Home, Vivid, Game, and Standard picture modes, while leaving Filmmaker Mode untouched to preserve creator intent.

Leaving Filmmaker Mode unchanged is important because it respects the creative vision of content producers, while the other modes now offer a brighter, more suitable picture for typical living‑room viewing conditions.

How to verify and install the update

1. Open Settings → All Settings → Support.
2. Select Software Update.
3. Look for software version 33.30.92 (or a later version).
4. If you’re not on the latest version, choose Check for updates and enable Auto updates.

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