In the end, the new Apple TV is most definitely a huge upgrade over the previous Apple TV model by far, and if money isn't a huge concern for you, you should absolutely upgrade to it.However, depending on your usage, you might actually be better off with...
Published: 2015-12-21, Author: Adam , review by: gizmodo.com
The new remote is great. The swiping takes a little getting used to. (I suggest slowing down the sensitivity in settings.) Otherwise, it looks great, and it feels great in your hand. It's not perfect, but it's the best set-top box remote I've used and I'v
The walled garden sucks, but I wouldn't expect anything different from Apple. There is hope, since the new Apple TV will get new apps and new ways to explore content. For now, it kind of feels like that first generation of iOS where you could use any app
If you buy a lot of stuff on iTunes, Apple TV is a great choice. But the real question is whether you should just buy the old and rather terrific Apple TV instead of shelling out an extra $80 for the new one. The remote alone doesn’t justify the price dif...
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Published: 2015-12-18, Author: Tim , review by: makeuseof.com
Abstract: After months of speculation about Apple building an actual, glass-and-pixels television, the company unleashed a brand new version of its living room set-top companion instead.It's been nearly three years since Apple refreshed its relatively inexpensive m...
My old TV had just two HDMI ports, so I had to be selective about what I left plugged in. Even now, with more inputs to fill, I still limit myself to two set-top boxes. The new Apple TV has replaced its predecessor in one of those ports, but it hasn't rem...
1080p 60fps, Internet video, Apps on the TV, iOSstyle gaming, Siri voice control.
4K, Video recording, Amazon on the TV, PS4or Xbox Onestyle gaming, "Always listening" voice control
The new Apple TV took a long time to get here. Two and a half years long. Yet the version we got is still coming in "hot". There are a lot of incredible ideas here, not all of which are feature-complete. That duality—amazing Siri for video but none for mu...
New interface is refined and attractive, Siri remote is a much-needed upgrade, Voice search works well, Solid app and gaming support
No 4K support, On-screen keyboard is still clumsy
The new Apple TV offers the most refined streaming interface yet, with a remote that's a step ahead of the competition. Its voice search actually works well, and even at this early stage, there are plenty of worthwhile apps and games. If you need 4K thou...
Published: 2015-11-13, Author: Michael , review by: computerworld.com
Siri voice control, App Store offers use of wide selection of thirdparty apps, can control other HDMI devices, attractive new UI with beautiful screensavers, easy access to iTunes content
Occasional crashes, oldfashioned and irritating text entry, no keyboard support, no way to control Apple TV with other iOS devices
In the end, the question is: Is the new Apple TV worth buying?The hardware is small and unobtrusive, though it's slightly taller than previous models; the software is version 1.0, with an interesting mix of fun and frustrating moments; and the App Store a...
Abstract: Previous generation Apple TV L the original Apple TV M and the new 4th generation Apple TV R Photo by Brad MoonApple's fourth generation Apple TV has been on shelves for nearly two weeks now, and I've been testing one since it was first released After a t...
Limited app support at the moment, Siri can only be used on limited areas, No optical audio port
The Apple TV has evolved from a mere accessory to a full-blown setup box. The device has great potential, but it will take a while before apps made for the platform gains some traction...
