Apple published a new support document today confirming the Apple TV will be used as a hub for HomeKit devices. The document notes that in order to control HomeKit-enabled accessories when you are away from your home, you must have a third-generation or later Apple TV. … [Read more...] about Apple Outlines HomeKit Setup, Apple TV Required to Control Accessories While Away From Home
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Apple has Released Apple TV Update 7.2
With release of iOS 8.3, Apple has released Apple TV Software Update 7.2. Includes general performance and stability improvements. … [Read more...] about Apple has Released Apple TV Update 7.2
New Apple TV is Coming Without Support for 4K Video
The next generation Apple TV will not support 4K video. Sources in position to know tell BuzzFeed News that the 4th generation Apple TV will not initially support 4K video — a newer high-definition video resolution that delivers a more detailed, immersive picture. “4K is great, but it’s still in its infancy,” said one source familiar with Apple’s thinking. … [Read more...] about New Apple TV is Coming Without Support for 4K Video
CNNgo is New Channel on Apple TV
Just a day after adding TED, Tastemade, and Young Hollywood channels to the Apple TV, Apple has added yet another new channel to its set-top box -- CNNGo. The CNNgo experience on Apple TV features the largest collection of CNN’s on-demand content to date. Pay-TV customers can log in with their user name and password for access to Live TV and Shows, such as CNN Original Series … [Read more...] about CNNgo is New Channel on Apple TV
TED Talks, Tastemade and Young Hollywood are New Channels on Apple TV
Apple added three new channels to the Apple TV today including: TED Talks, Tastemade, and Young Hollywood. TED Talks TED is on Apple TV. In our beautifully designed new Apple TV channel, you can watch TED’s full library of talks (1900+ of them and counting) and our expanding collection of playlists (more than 200 of them, from “Architectural inspiration” to “Talks to watch … [Read more...] about TED Talks, Tastemade and Young Hollywood are New Channels on Apple TV
Apple Discounted Price of Apple TV to $69
Apple CEO Tim Cook on Monday at the “Spring Forward” media event in San Francisco announced that Apple TV will now cost $69, discounted from its regular price of $99. The new price for the set-top box arrives on the heels of the announcement of HBO Now for Apple TV. The new price appears to apply to the third-generation Apple TV, as the company did not announce a new set-top … [Read more...] about Apple Discounted Price of Apple TV to $69
‘HBO Now’ Exclusively for Apple TV
Today at Apple's special media event, HBO CEO Richard Plepler took the stage with Apple CEO Tim Cook to announce HBO Now, HBO's new standalone streaming service. The new service is exclusive for Apple TV and other Apple devices for $14.99 a month. The service will be ready in time for the series premiere of HBO hit show Game of Thrones on April 12, and users who sign up for … [Read more...] about ‘HBO Now’ Exclusively for Apple TV
FireCore Announces aTV Flash (XBMC Edition), aTV Flash (Black) 2.5
FireCore has introduced aTV Flash (xmbc edition) and the release of aTV Flash (black) 2.5. Introducing an all-new platform for running the latest XBMC version 13.2 (Gotham) on the original (silver) Apple TV - including support for the latest video add-ons, 1080p video, and more! aTV Flash (xbmc edition) is finely tuned, optimized for speed, and provides a complete … [Read more...] about FireCore Announces aTV Flash (XBMC Edition), aTV Flash (Black) 2.5
Apple TV Gets New Channel ‘Tennis Channel Everywhere’
Apple added a new Tennis Channel Everywhere app to the Apple TV late Friday night. The latest addition to the Apple TV brings both live tennis matches and on-demand content. Users must subscribe to the 'Tennis Channel Plus' service that brings over 1000 hours of on demand content and 450+ live events. Tennis Channel Plus costs $70/year, $10/month, or $5/ day. The service … [Read more...] about Apple TV Gets New Channel ‘Tennis Channel Everywhere’
HomeKit Devices to Require Apple TV for Siri Control When You’re Away From Home
The slew of HomeKit home automation devices that will soon hit the market require an Apple TV for Siri control when you're away from home. The site says the requirement has been confirmed by a source close to HomeKit's development and two launch partners. Only the third generation Apple TV running iOS 7.0 or later will have support for HomeKit. … [Read more...] about HomeKit Devices to Require Apple TV for Siri Control When You’re Away From Home