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Apple has unveiled its fourth-generation Apple TV 4K, bringing several upgrades to its streaming device. It is priced at $299 and features a faster processor with AV1 support, hands-free voice controls, and an updated remote with Find My integration. Preorders are now open, with shipping scheduled to begin on November 13.
Apple TV 4K Specifications
The hardware features three built-in far-field microphones for hands-free voice control without using the remote. Apple has also integrated its new Siri AI assistant, powered by Apple Intelligence, which can answer questions about currently playing content, including cast details, age ratings, and awards. Responses appear in a small on-screen overlay without interrupting playback.
Because the device is actively listening for wake words in the living room, Apple said that microphone data is processed in a Secure Exclave separated from the main tvOS system. Any queries that require cloud processing are routed through Apple’s Private Cloud Compute, which the company says does not store user data.
Internally, the Apple TV 4K runs on the new A19 chip. This provides a 50% increase in CPU performance and doubles the GPU performance compared to the prior generation. For video streaming, the most relevant hardware addition is a dedicated AV1 decoder. AV1 is a video codec that allows for high-quality streaming at lower bitrates, which helps maintain image quality on slower internet connections.
The Siri Remote retains its standard aluminum design but now includes a built-in speaker and an ultra-wideband chip. This brings it into the Find My network, allowing users to track it down using Precision Finding on an iPhone or make it play a sound when it gets lost in the couch.
For audio, the new box supports a four-speaker surround sound configuration if paired with matching sets of Apple’s HomePod (2nd gen) or the newly mentioned HomePod Mini 2.
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