LG reveals brand-new high-end soundbars with Google Assistant baked in, showcased at CES 2019 – 9to5Google

If CES 2019 shows anything like in 2015, we’re going to see a lot of Google Assistant at the program. Kicking things off today, just a number of weeks ahead of the yearly show, LG is displaying a new collection of high-end soundbars with Google Assistant built-in.

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Announced in a press release today, this new collection of LG soundbars includes 3 various choices — SL10YG, SL9YG, and SL8YG. As you may expect for a high-end soundbar in 2019, they both use Dolby Atmos and DTS: X. These soundbars are also integrated in cooperation with Meridian Audio for enhanced quality.

The majority of interestingly, however, LG has actually loaded Google Assistant into these brand-new soundbars. Utilizing “Hey Google” voice commands, users can adjust the volume, stream music from their preferred sources, and more. Like any other Assistant speaker, these soundbars can also be used to manage connected clever house gadgets such as lights and thermostats.

LG’s high-end soundbars (designs SL10, SL9 and SL8) support both Dolby Atmos and DTS: X. With these two acclaimed innovations, users can enjoy breathtakingly sensible surround noise that seems to come from several directions and depths …

… LG’s brand-new lineup of soundbars offer the convenience of AI wise connectivity and voice recognition with the built-in Google Assistant. Users can manage their LG soundbar and get information with a simple command such as, “Hey Google, increase the volume,” or “Hey Google, what artist is playing?” Compatibility with the Google Assistant-enabled clever items make it possible to manage linked gadgets throughout the house via voice command. Just state, “Hey Google, ask LG to turn on the air purifier,” to the soundbar to make changes without leaving the sofa.

LG hasn’t released any rates or release details on these soundbars right now, however we can probably anticipate a bit more info at CES in January. The business likewise says that these soundbars can inform if they are sitting flat on a console or installed on the wall and adjust sound accordingly. Further, they can be linked with a Wireless Rear Speaker Package for surround sound.