Apple TV 4: release and innovations
In this practical tip you can read all the innovations and information about the release of Apple TV 4. The new Apple TV was launched together with the iPhone 6S and iPad Pro in September and has a few surprises in store.
Apple TV 4: the most important innovations
- Processor: An Apple A8 processor works inside the Apple TV 4. The same processor is also used in the iPhone 6.
- Connections: You connect to the TV via HDMI 1.4. There is also an Ethernet connection, WLAN ac, Bluetooth 4.0 and an infrared receiver.
- Siri Remote: The Siri Remote also has Bluetooth 4.0 and an infrared sensor. You can control Siri on your Apple TV using the microphone in the remote control. A glass touch surface is also used for control and can be used for apps.
- Capacity: The Apple TV 4 is available with 32 GB and 64 GB.
- Apps: You can use your own app store to load any games and apps that you can control with Siri Remote. For development there is a separate interface called tvOS for third parties.
- In addition to apps, you also have access to iTunes, Apple Music and your photos.
Apple TV 4: release and price
Apple TV 4 was launched in November 2015 and is available in two versions. The 32 GB version costs 179 euros in the Apple Store, and 64 GB is available for 229 euros.
In addition to the Apple TV 4, Apple has also launched a new iPad. In the next practical tip you will find all the features and the release of the iPad Pro.