LG Electronics is calling for participants for its annual global webOS hackathon, with a focus on AI-based solutions and gaming services this year. Developers worldwide are invited to apply and submit their apps for a chance to win a monetary prize, along with the opportunity to present on stage to LG executives in Seoul, South Korea, this September.
webOS enables developers to create third-party services and apps for homes worldwide. The platform offers developers the tools to create apps and services that engage media, devices, security, networking, TV functionalities and more. Through this hackathon, developers have the opportunity to build and launch their app on LG TVs.
LG is committed to expanding the webOS ecosystem by partnering with leaders in the gaming industry. This collaboration aims to offer customers a range of gaming services tailored to their preferences and interests, while enhancing the gaming capabilities of LG OLED TVs.
To participate in the hackathon, applicants need to submit by July 26 2024. Participants can choose to create a game or lifestyle service app using either the Web or Flutter framework, with the opportunity to earn additional merit points for utilising AI.
Following the application process, participants will be invited to a webinar to learn more about the API and hackathon details. Finalists will be notified by mid-September.
Cash prizes will be awarded to three winners of the hackathon, with US$50,000 (AU$74,211) for third place, US$80,000 (AUD$118,738) for second and a grand prize of US$100,000 (AU$148,422) for first.
The winners will also receive technical support leading up to their app’s rollout, as well as on-device promotional opportunities after the launch. Winning apps must be released on the LG Content Store by the end of June 2025.