Overview: AI Copilot lands on LG OLED C4 with firmware 23.23.05
Early today, many LG OLED C4 owners saw a notice about a new firmware update, part of LG’s five-year support plan for select models. The highlight of the release is the AI Copilot feature, a virtual assistant designed to streamline TV navigation, content discovery, and smart-home interactions. For owners who barely touched the notification, the update represents a meaningful shift in how the TV behaves, moving from a traditional smart TV experience to a more proactive, AI-assisted interface.
Firmware version 23.23.05 is the version associated with this rollout, and users are starting to report a smoother, more context-aware experience. If you own an LG OLED C4 and haven’t seen the prompt yet, a manual check for updates in Settings should surface the same package. As with any major software update, the exact feature set may vary by region and TV variant, but the core promise remains: faster access to what you want, with less manual digging through menus.
What is AI Copilot and what can it do for you?
AI Copilot is designed to understand natural language requests and execute actions that previously required several taps or complex navigation. On the LG OLED C4, you can expect capabilities such as voice-activated search across apps (Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, etc.), quick instructions for changing picture modes or audio settings, and guided help for common tasks like casting content from a mobile device. Beyond playback, Copilot can interpret context—recommendations based on viewing history, suggested scenes, or related content—reducing the time spent scrolling and guessing what to watch next.
Additionally, Copilot is styled to integrate with on-TV controls and the home screen, offering shortcuts to frequently used features, reminders for upcoming live events, and even certain smart-home actions via your existing LG ecosystem. The general aim is to make the TV feel more responsive to your routine, rather than a passive display that you navigate with a traditional remote.
How to enable and configure AI Copilot
After installing 23.23.05, you’ll typically find AI Copilot available in the TV’s main navigation bar or within the Settings menu under Privacy or Voice. Here’s a practical setup path:
- Ensure the TV is connected to the internet and that firmware installation completed fully.
- Open Settings > All Settings > General > About This TV or similar path to confirm the version and enable AI Copilot if prompted.
- Grant the necessary permissions for microphone use, voice data, and app access in a guided on-screen setup.
- Choose your preferred language and activate wake words or voice commands if you want hands-free control.
- Customize Copilot’s behavior by selecting preferred apps, preferred content types, and privacy options (what data is analyzed for recommendations).
Tip: If you don’t see Copilot right away, a quick TV restart or a manual update check can help. Some regions may require toggling a specific feature flag in advanced settings, but for most users the default setup will guide you through the essentials in a few minutes.
Practical uses you’ll notice quickly
In daily use, AI Copilot aims to accelerate routine tasks. You can say things like, “Play the latest episode of my favorite show” or “Show me action movies under 2 hours.” The assistant can also help with non-entertainment tasks, such as adjusting brightness for a daytime viewing session, muting the TV during a phone call, or turning on ambient lighting scenes compatible with the TV’s ecosystem.
As Copilot learns your preferences, expect more personalized recommendations and faster access to recently watched content, live sports schedules, and upcoming streaming premieres. While it won’t replace deliberate human curation, it should reduce the friction of finding something to watch and simplify routine settings adjustments.
Privacy, data, and user controls
With new AI features, privacy considerations come to the foreground. LG typically provides a privacy dashboard where you can review what data is collected for Copilot, how it’s used, and options to opt out of data sharing for recommendations. It’s wise to review these options when you first enable Copilot, and to revisit them if your comfort level or usage changes over time.
For households with shared TVs, consider setting per-user profiles or separate consent preferences, so each member’s voice commands and recommendations stay aligned with their viewing habits.
Performance and potential limitations
Older processing pipelines on the C4 are capable of handling Copilot’s tasks, but some users may notice occasional delays or momentary hesitations during busy network conditions. In most cases, the feature remains responsive enough to feel seamless, especially when you’re already within the ecosystem of LG’s smart-TV apps. If you rely heavily on non-LG apps or external devices, expect Copilot to improve over several updates as the AI model and edge processing are refined.
Bottom line
LG’s AI Copilot in firmware 23.23.05 signals a meaningful step toward smarter TV experiences on the OLED C4. It’s designed to reduce navigation friction, accelerate content discovery, and offer practical in-situ control for your living room. If you’re curious or skeptical, the rollout provides a real-world test: how an AI assistant can genuinely simplify your daily TV use while respecting your privacy and preferences. As with any major feature update, give it a couple of weeks to settle in, and you’ll likely discover a few tiny workflows you never knew you needed—until now.
