Category: Apple TV News
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Latest Rumors Suggest Apple’s Working on a Smart Speaker-Apple TV Combo Device
The latest rumors surrounding Apple’s efforts in the streaming and smart home segments suggest the company is eyeing a multipurpose device that would significantly expand on what current Apple TV models are capable of. Bloomberg reported that Apple is exploring a new device that merges its HomePod speaker tech with Apple TV. If that sounds…
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New tvOS Beta Code Mentions of 120Hz Refresh Rate Could Point to Next-Gen Apple TV
Recent beta versions of Apple’s tvOS software mention features that could be integrated into a next-generation Apple TV model, a device we’ve been tracking for well over a year now. 9to5Mac reported on references to “120Hz” and “supports 120Hz” in the tvOS 14.5 beta, and points out current Apple TV models don’t support refresh rates…
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(Update: Maybe Not) Fresh Apple TV Rumors Point to Updated Remote for Potential Next-Gen Model
Update (04/01/21): Follow-up reports suggest the so-called B519 remote might actually be a third-party variant intended for use by cable companies. 9to5Mac posted images of the potential layout of the remote, pulled from a recent beta version of tvOS 14.5, but later updated its post to mention the possibility this may not be tied to…
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Apple TV+ Adding Jane Goodall Inspired Series ‘Jane’ to its Kid-Friendly Library
A new straight-to-series order has been announced at Apple TV+, this time adding to its family-friendly slate. Jane is a Live-Action and CGI blended series that educates kids on the concept of endangered species. The series will be produced with J.J. Johnson, Sinking Ship Entertainment, and the Jane Goodall Institute at the helm. The series…
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Old Apple TV Devices are Losing YouTube App Support This Spring
Users streaming YouTube on old Apple TV boxes will have to find another way to watch since the devices are losing support for the YouTube app next month. The 3rd Generation devices released in 2012 will soon no longer be compatible with the YouTube app. Instead, you’ll need to use airplay if you want to…
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Most of Apple TV+’s Users Aren’t Paying Customers, They’re on a Free Promo
While Apple TV+ seems to be having pretty good success as a streamer, recent data shows the platform finished out Q4 of 2020 with most of its subscribers using the free promo offer. In case you’re not familiar with the promotion, Apple offers 1 year of Apple TV+ for free when you purchase an Apple…
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Apple TV+ Extends One Year Free Trial Offer
Good news for everyone who signed up for the free year of Apple TV+ that came with the purchase of new Apple hardware – Apple is adding some extra time to your free trial. 9to5 Mac first reported on the extension, sharing that any Apple TV+ subscription set to expire between now and June will…
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Apple TV+ is Working on a Two-Part Oprah Winfrey Biography
Apple TV has ordered a biographical documentary on the life and career of the highly successful Oprah Winfrey. The film profile will be a two-part documentary, headed by Lisa Erspamer and Academy Award-winner Kevin MacDonald, the team who produced the Whitney Houston doc, Whitney. Erspamer also produced The Oprah Winfrey Show for 10 years from 1999 to 2009.…
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Apple TV+ is Coming to Chromecast in 2021
Google announced today that the Apple TV app will launch on Chromecast with Google TV early next year. With the launch, Chromecast with Google TV users will be able to watch Apple TV+ with a subscription. The update also makes the new Chromecast one of the few streaming devices compatible with all major streaming services.…
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Apple Fitness+ Set to Launch Dec 14
Today Apple announced its new workout platform Apple Fitness+ will officially launch on December 14. The app, which Apple is calling “the future of fitness,” delivers state of the art workouts and studio fitness classes for users to stream on their iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. The app also integrates with Apple Watch and gives…