The $299 Apple TV 4K gets a dedicated AV1 decoder and Dolby Vision Profile 8.1, two formats missing from the previous model’s spec sheet.
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Hands-free Siri on the new Apple TV 4K works in only nine languages
Talking to the new Apple TV 4K without the remote depends on your tvOS language. Apple lists nine, and Spanish and Japanese are not among them.
HomePod (2nd generation) owners get Sound Glow and Mac speaker support
The $349 HomePod (2nd generation) gets Sound Glow lighting and works as a speaker for Macs with Wi-Fi 6E or later, Apple’s pages say.
Apple TV 4K mics run in Secure Exclaves: how Apple isolates your voice data
The new Apple TV 4K has three far-field mics for hands-free Siri. Apple says their data stays in Secure Exclaves that tvOS and apps cannot reach.
How to pick which iCloud photos appear as your Apple TV screen saver
Apple says your iPhone can now pick which iCloud photos show on Apple TV. These existing Apple TV settings also limit what appears on screen.
Apple TV 4K features by model: what works from 1st to 4th generation
Fitness+ runs on every Apple TV 4K, FaceTime needs the 2nd generation or later, and four-speaker surround is limited to the new $299 model.
HomeView, HomePod mini 2 or Apple TV 4K: which hub suits Apple Home Collection
All three new hubs have Thread, but the LG doorbell chime plays through HomeView and HomePod speakers, not Apple TV. Prices run from $149 to $299.
The $59 Siri Remote fits older Apple TVs, but Precision Finding has limits
The new Siri Remote costs $59 on its own and works back to Apple TV HD. Precision Finding needs a recent iPhone, and iPhone 17e is left out.
HomePod mini 2 won't stereo pair with your original HomePod mini
A HomePod mini 2 can’t form a stereo pair with your older mini, Apple’s fine print says. Multiroom audio with both speakers still works.
Siri AI on HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV depends on who owns your home
On HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV, Siri AI needs the home owner in the Home app to have an Apple Intelligence iPhone or iPad with Siri AI on.
HomeView, HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV 4K: prices and release dates
Prices, pre-order dates, release dates and countries for HomeView, HomePod mini 2, Apple TV 4K and Apple Home Collection, all announced October 13.
Apple HomeView is not for sale in the EU because Siri AI is unavailable in iOS
Apple HomeView will not be sold in the EU because Siri AI is unavailable in iOS there. What it means for HomePod mini 2, Apple TV 4K and Home Collection.
Older Apple TV 4K models get Siri AI in tvOS 27.2 beta: what you need
Siri AI arrives as a beta in tvOS 27.2 on Apple TV 4K (2nd generation or later). The iPhone, language and country rules, plus what the new model adds.
Apple TV 4K four-speaker surround setup starts at $895 with HomePod mini 2
Apple’s four-speaker surround setup needs Apple TV 4K (4th generation) and four HomePod mini 2 or HomePod (2nd generation) speakers. Here is what it costs.
HomePod mini 2 vs HomePod mini: $149 S10 model adds Wi-Fi 6E and surround
HomePod mini 2 vs the original HomePod mini: $149 vs $129, S10 chip, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6, new colors, Siri AI, surround sound and Mac speaker support.
New Apple TV 4K costs $299 with an A19 chip and ships November 13
Apple TV 4K (4th generation) costs $299 with 128GB, an A19 chip, Wi-Fi 7, far-field mics and Siri AI. Pre-orders open October 13, stores from November 13.
Will the New Apple TV 4K Cost More? Price Rumors Explained
Discover the latest price rumors and leaked hardware specs for the upcoming Apple TV 4K, including an A19 chip, Wi-Fi 7, and advanced audio features.
New Apple TV 4K 2026: What to Expect Today
Apple TV 4K 2026 launches today with an A19 chip, built-in microphones, and a new Siri Remote. Learn about the five big upgrades coming to the streaming box.
Apple TV 4K Tests Built-In Mics, While HomePod Mini to Get Soft Upgrades
Apple tests built-in mics for its next Apple TV alongside a locatable speaker remote. The HomePod mini gets a faster S10 chip and fresh color options.
Original Apple TV 4K Now 'Vintage' Just Days Before New Model
Apple moved the 2017 Apple TV 4K to its vintage list just days before a huge hardware event. A powerful fourth-generation model is expected to launch soon.
New Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini 2 Are Rumored for October 13
Apple reportedly plans to introduce a new Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini 2 on October 13 alongside its long-awaited smart home display this year.
HomePod 27.2 Beta 3 Adds More Clues About Four-Speaker Surround Sound
HomePod 27.2 beta 3 and macOS 27.2 beta 3 reveal fresh clues about Apple’s unannounced four-speaker surround sound system for Apple TV 4K today.
tvOS 27.2 public beta 3 is ready for Apple TV testers
Apple has released tvOS 27.2 public beta 3 for Apple TV testers with build 24K5103f and no newly documented consumer-facing features in this seed.
Fourth-generation Apple TV 4K reference appears in leaked Apple code
A leaked Apple image reportedly names a fourth-generation Apple TV 4K with a familiar design, adding evidence that a hardware refresh is approaching.