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It might not look much different on the outside, but 2016's Apple TV is packed with awesome new features such as voice control, a touch-sensitive remote and gaming.
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The "new" or fourth generation of the Apple TV promises an exciting world of voice-activated searching, content discovery and apps covering everything from travel to games. It's a bold gambit from Apple that brings the Apple TV experience much closer to that of the rest of Apple's iOS devices, giving it a potential foothold in the lucrative console market.
But should you buy one? Here are the basic specifications for the fourth-generation model.
Apple TV (4th generation) | Details |
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Processor | 64-bit Apple A8 processor |
Storage | 32/64GB |
Wireless | Wi-Fi 802.11ac with MIMO* |
Video output | HDMI support |
Receiver | Integrated circuit (IC) |
Wired connection | 10/100 ethernet |
Remote | Glass touch controls, gyroscope and accelerometer |
Remote connection | Bluetooth 4.0 |
Remote charging | Lightning cable (iPhone 5 and up) |
Remote battery life | 3 hours with full charge |
Software | iOS 9 rebranded as tvOS: App store access and Siri support |
Australian Price 32GB | $209.00 |
Release date | Available now |
The fourth-generation Apple TV is a solid choice for those who want a simplified smart TV interface with the flexibility of future app expansion, especially if you have a current TV with HDMI-CEC and poor (or no) smart TV features.
If you're heavily invested in iTunes content, Apple is still selling the third-generation Apple TV model at its original $109 price point, which could be a budget alternative.
If you want direct access to the local big 3 streaming content providers Presto, Stan and Netflix and you're a Telstra customer of some type, you could also consider the Telstra TV set-top box.
At a very budget level, if you're happy to stream video from your smartphone or laptop, Google's Chromecast offers simple streaming at a budget price point.
Apple sells the fourth-generation Apple TV in its stores and via its Apple TV app as well as its online shop. It's also widely available from electronics retailers.
It might not look much different on the outside, but 2016's Apple TV is packed with awesome new features such as voice control, a touch-sensitive remote and gaming.
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How do I download the Freeview App on to my Apple TV. I have it on my iPhone 6 but can’t get in on the Apple TV
Hi Poiredor,
The Freeview app is not available on Apple TV.
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