Dailymail.com's verdict on the Apple TV that brings apps to the big screen
9 years, 4 months ago

Dailymail.com's verdict on the Apple TV that brings apps to the big screen

Daily Mail  

With its mess of horrible, ugly interfaces and extortionate pricing 'bundles', it is driving people to find new ways to watch. APPLE TV SPECS Height: 1.4 inches Width: 3.9 inches Depth: 3.9 inches Weight: 15 ounces A8 chip with 64-bit architecture 802.11a, b, g, n, or ac wifi $149 for the 32GB model and $199 for the 64GB version The new Apple TV, which will arrive in consumer's hands later this week, has been the subject of more speculation that almost any other product in the firm's history. APPLE'S NEW REMOTE: THE KEY TO THE APPLE TV The new remote is the key to making apps usable. HOW APPLE TV COMPARES TO OTHER STREAMING SERVICES New Apple TV Old Apple TV Amazon Fire TV Amazon Fire TV Stick Nexus Player Chromecast Price $149-$199 £59 £79 £35 £79 £30 Processor Apple A8 chip Apple A5 Chip Qualcomm quad-core ARM A9 dual-core Intel Atom quad-core Marvell Storage 32GB & 64GB 8GB 8GB 8GB 8GB 2GB Weight TBC 272g 281g 25.1g 235g 34g Operating System TV OS iOS Android Android Android Android Remote Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No The remote has a microphone button which enables you to just ask for what you want - be it the weather, a particular film, or even 'that episode of Friends with Brad Pitt in'. Apple Music on the new Apple TV puts all of the streaming service's features on the big screen.

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Apple TV+ content now available natively for Android phones and tablets
1 month, 1 week ago

Apple TV+ content now available natively for Android phones and tablets

India Today  

After nearly five years since its launch, Apple has finally made its Apple TV+ streaming service accessible to Android users. Previously, Android phone and tablet users had to rely on workarounds like web browsers or third-party streaming platforms to watch Apple TV+ content. But now, with the Apple TV app, available on the Google Play Store, Android users on phones …

Apple needs to make Apple TV that can run AAA games, challenge Xbox and Playstation
3 months, 1 week ago

Apple needs to make Apple TV that can run AAA games, challenge Xbox and Playstation

India Today  

Technology journalists who keep a close eye on Apple know one thing with certainty every time they cover the company's call analysts after its quarterly results. All the ingredients are there for Apple to create an Apple TV that is not only a streaming box but is also a gaming console similar to the Microsoft Xbox and Sony PlayStation. The …

After 2009, Apple is replanning to launch its in-house TV: Report
4 months, 1 week ago

After 2009, Apple is replanning to launch its in-house TV: Report

India Today  

Apple is apparently reconsidering its options to enter into the TV market. For instance, Steve Jobs mentioned in his biography that he has plans to expand the company into the TV market as well, but later Apple's CEO Tim Cook stated that he has no such interest. Currently, the company only offers the Apple TV streaming box, which connects to …

Apple's ‘job listing’ has a clue: It may be working on TV app for android phones
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Apple's ‘job listing’ has a clue: It may be working on TV app for android phones

Hindustan Times  

Apple Inc. is seeking a senior engineer to help build a television and sports app for Android, a sign the company is finally bringing its TV service to the rival smartphone platform. Apple has long sought to put TV on as many platforms as possible and already offers apps for smart TVs, Roku, Amazon streaming devices and game consoles — …

Best streaming services 2023 UK: Netflix, Apple TV+ and more
1 year, 7 months ago

Best streaming services 2023 UK: Netflix, Apple TV+ and more

The Independent  

The streaming service boom shows no sign of slowing down. The best streaming services in 2023 open image in gallery Netflix How to watch: Compatible TVs, PC, Mac, Android, iOS, Windows Phone, iPad, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, PlayStation 3/4/5, Xbox One/360/Series X/S, compatible set-top boxes and blu-ray players, Sky TV, Sky Glass and Sky Stream Compatible TVs, …

Apple tvOS 15 Brings Redesigned Video Player For Apple TV: All Changes, New Features
3 years, 8 months ago

Apple tvOS 15 Brings Redesigned Video Player For Apple TV: All Changes, New Features

News 18  

Apple?s latest operating for Apple TV, tvOS 15 comes with a new look for the built-in video player interface on Apple TV. Apple has standardised large tiles in apps on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and now tvOS 15 is taking the same design approach on the standard video player. A new info button also appears which is a visual cue …

Apple World's Full Scope Is Coming Into Focus
3 years, 9 months ago

Apple World's Full Scope Is Coming Into Focus

Wired  

The next version of the iPhone’s operating system will be available in the coming weeks, and per usual, Apple is promising that it will deliver some of the world’s best software experiences. But as you watched Apple’s presenters hop from new feature to new feature, you may have noticed that many of iOS 15’s coming enhancements position the iPhone as …

Apple TV app is now available on Google Play Store for Android TV devices
3 years, 9 months ago

Apple TV app is now available on Google Play Store for Android TV devices

Firstpost  

The Apple TV app has also been rolled out for Nvidia Shield streaming devices. Apple has confirmed that the Apple TV app is now available on Android TV devices. — Apple TV June 1, 2021 According to a report by 9to5Google, Google has also confirmed that the Apple TV app is now available for Android TV OS devices. The Apple …

Apple TV Is Now Available on All Devices That Support Android TV
3 years, 9 months ago

Apple TV Is Now Available on All Devices That Support Android TV

News 18  

Apple TV is now available on all modern Android TV devices. This comes after Google?s promise earlier this year that Apple TV will roll out to more devices running on Android. Google told 9to5Google that starting Tuesday, the Apple TV app is avaialable for the whole?Android TV OS ecosystem.? The list of devices that will now support Apple TV includes …

Apple Special Event ‘Spring Loaded’: New iMacs and iPad Pro, Apple TV 4K, AirTag and purple iPhone 12's
3 years, 11 months ago

Apple Special Event ‘Spring Loaded’: New iMacs and iPad Pro, Apple TV 4K, AirTag and purple iPhone 12's

The Hindu  

For all of 2020 and likely most of 2021, Apple events have migrated to pre-recorded and virtual settings in accordance with the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. pic.twitter.com/gdiN0QXbz5 — Tim Cook April 20, 2021 Speculations across the Internet and tech circles alike suggest Apple will launch new iPad Pros and a companion Pencil. 11:28 p.m. M1 powers the new 2021 iPad Pro …

Apple TV is coming to Google TV, Android TV devices soon
4 years, 3 months ago

Apple TV is coming to Google TV, Android TV devices soon

India Today  

Apple TV app became available on several platforms right after the Apple TV Plus streaming service was launched. The Apple TV app will work on Chromecast with Google TV and Android TV similar to how it does on other platforms, such as Amazon’s Fire TV Stick and Samsung’s smart televisions. The content of Apple TV+ streaming service will also be …

After YouTube, Apple TV+ Originals now free in India: Here's how to watch
4 years, 11 months ago

After YouTube, Apple TV+ Originals now free in India: Here's how to watch

India TV News  

As people stay home during the lockdowns and social distancing times, Apple on Friday made some shows from its Apple TV+ streaming platform free for users, to watch via its Apple TV app, for a limited time in over 100 countries and regions including in India. The company is offering free shows including Oprah's talks on COVID-19, Little America, Servant, …

Apple TV Plus available in India starting today: Supported devices, subscription charges, and everything else
5 years, 4 months ago

Apple TV Plus available in India starting today: Supported devices, subscription charges, and everything else

India Today  

Apple announced Apple TV+ service back in the month of March this year. The Apple TV+ service will be available on the Apple TV app on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, iPod touch, Mac and other platforms. Starting today, customers who purchase any iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, iPod touch or Mac will get one year of Apple TV+ for free. Subscribers …

Apple TV Plus joins streaming wars, has Oprah but no catalog
5 years, 4 months ago

Apple TV Plus joins streaming wars, has Oprah but no catalog

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — As the streaming wars near a fever pitch and viewers are targeted from every vantage point — Disney Plus has the Marvel and Star Wars brands! It also lacks a warehouse of old shows and franchise films that can reliably draw nostalgic viewers and produce spinoffs, such as “The Mandalorian” for Disney Plus and HBO Max’s newly …

Here’s why Apple TV Plus’ gain over Netflix could be short-lived
5 years, 6 months ago

Here’s why Apple TV Plus’ gain over Netflix could be short-lived

Hindustan Times  

Apple Inc's move to offer a free TV+ subscription for a year with every new device may briefly crown the iPhone maker as the biggest streaming service by user numbers, leapfrogging Netflix Inc. Given Wall Street expects Apple to sell at least 130 million iPhones outside of China in the next 12 months, and that last year it sold more …

Apple TV+ undercuts rivals but still faces a tough task in India
5 years, 6 months ago

Apple TV+ undercuts rivals but still faces a tough task in India

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Apple’s foray into the global content business may be easier visualized than done, at least as far as the Indian market is concerned. The California-based company that announced its new streaming service Apple TV+ on Tuesday, scheduled to hit screens on 1 November, is a late entrant to the already crowded OTT video market. Apple TV+ will be …

Apple's aggressive TV Plus, Arcade pricing shows that it's finally reacting to market forces
5 years, 6 months ago

Apple's aggressive TV Plus, Arcade pricing shows that it's finally reacting to market forces

Firstpost  

Apple’s annual hardware event concluded last night with the announcement of three new iPhones, 7th generation iPad, Apple Watch Series 5 with four finishes, pricing plans for Apple TV+, and Apple Arcade. In light of these realities, to see Apple offering one year of ‘free’ Apple TV+ for those who buy a new Apple device from September 2019 onwards was …

Apple launches new TV app in over 100 countries
5 years, 10 months ago

Apple launches new TV app in over 100 countries

CNN  

New York CNN Business — Apple released its newly redesigned TV app on Monday and it will be available in over 100 countries. Family Sharing allows up to six family members to share subscriptions to Apple TV channels and users can download content that they can then watch in offline mode. This means Apple TV app is the “the first …

Apple isn't targeting Netflix with Apple TV+, it is trying to build a TV service of future
5 years, 11 months ago

Apple isn't targeting Netflix with Apple TV+, it is trying to build a TV service of future

India Today  

Video streaming services have become popular and there are millions of people who use services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hotstar and others. So here's what we know now: Apple is introducing an Apple TV app that would contain shows from the subscription channels and streaming services including Amazon Prime and Roku. Unlike Netflix and even Prime, Apple TV is not …

Apple launches TV streaming service, Apple News+, Apple Card also announced
6 years ago

Apple launches TV streaming service, Apple News+, Apple Card also announced

India Today  

Apple CEO Tim Cook took to the stage at the Steve Jobs theater at the company’s Cupertino headquarters on Monday to announce new services like Apple News+, Apple Arcade subscription gaming service, a redesigned Apple TV app and a new Apple TV+ streaming service, among other things. The company will now offer full-fledged magazines within the app, in a new …

Apple TV app coming to Amazon Fire TV and Samsung smart TVs
6 years ago

Apple TV app coming to Amazon Fire TV and Samsung smart TVs

India Today  

Apple on Monday, March 25 announced the revamped version of its TV app - the Apple TV app - at a special event at the Steve Jobs theatre in Cupertino, California. The newly launched Apple TV app allows users to watch new shows, movies, sports and news from their favourite channels across all Apple devices including the iPhone, iPad, Apple …

Apple TV+ is a premium streaming service with original content from some big names
6 years ago

Apple TV+ is a premium streaming service with original content from some big names

Firstpost  

Apple TV Plus will be ad-free, available on demand, and viewable both online and offline. Apple announced Apple TV Plus, the tech giant’s much-awaited streaming service which features original content from Hollywood heavyweights like Steven Spielberg, Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, Octavia Spencer, J.J. Abrams, Jason Momoa and will launch this fall. In addition to Apple TV Plus, in May Apple …

The Latest: Apple says its new services will respect privacy
6 years ago

The Latest: Apple says its new services will respect privacy

Associated Press  

CUPERTINO, Calif. — The Latest on Apple’s streaming TV event : 1:45 p.m. Apple says the new services it’s launching will respect your digital boundaries. They’re in a billion pockets, y’all.” ___ 11:50 a.m. Apple says its new subscription TV service will be available this fall. ___ 11:35 a.m. A stream of celebrities including Steven Spielberg, Jennifer Aniston and “Aquaman” …

Apple TV+ Is Here—But It Has a Long Way to Go
55 years, 2 months ago

Apple TV+ Is Here—But It Has a Long Way to Go

Wired  

There are secrets, and then there are terribly kept secrets. Since the middle of 2017, when Apple hired two presidents away from Sony Pictures Television to oversee "video programming," its Hollywood aspirations have fallen in the latter category. As before, it aggregates shows from streaming services and iTunes purchases—but the new overhaul introduces Apple TV Channels, an à la carte …

The Apple event unleashes Apple TV+: A star-studded show about… nothing
6 years ago

The Apple event unleashes Apple TV+: A star-studded show about… nothing

Salon  

Silicon Valley runs on concentrated hype, with a cold brew of bluster on the side. It must also be said that Apple TV expansion wasn’t even announced until about 50 minutes into the "event," after announcements that Apple was updating its Apple Pay service with a credit card in partnership with Goldman Sachs; that it would now charge $9.99 a …

iTunes is coming to Samsung TVs as Apple seeks new revenue
6 years, 2 months ago

iTunes is coming to Samsung TVs as Apple seeks new revenue

CNN  

Las Vegas CNN Business — Apple is opening up its ecosystem to one of its biggest rivals by giving owners of Samsung TVs direct access to iTunes content. Samsung Smart TV’s will also run Apple’sAirPlay 2, which lets users play videos, music and photos from iPhones and other Apple devices on speakers and TVs. Eventually Apple got wise.” Apple’s services …

Microsoft pulls the plug on 'Minecraft' game for Apple TV
6 years, 5 months ago

Microsoft pulls the plug on 'Minecraft' game for Apple TV

India TV News  

Microsoft is pulling back support for its popular game "Minecraft" from Apple TV given the small number of people who accessed the game via Apple TV. Since not a lot of people are playing it on the platform, Microsoft and the "Minecraft" team decided on cutting off Apple TV and putting more people on its ongoing and successful projects. To …

Apple launches 'Apple TV 4K' with 4K, HDR capabilities
7 years, 6 months ago

Apple launches 'Apple TV 4K' with 4K, HDR capabilities

India TV News  

Apple on Tuesday introduced "Apple TV 4K" that is designed to deliver a stunning cinematic experience at home with the support for both 4K and High Dynamic Range. Customers will be able to order both Apple TV 4K models from September 15 with availability beginning from September 22 in the US and 21 additional countries and regions and worldwide soon …

WWDC 2017: What's Coming at Apple's Big Spring Fling
7 years, 9 months ago

WWDC 2017: What's Coming at Apple's Big Spring Fling

Wired  

You can always tell when Apple's WWDC developer shindig is nigh. A few months before Tim Cook and his executives take the stage to show off what Apple's software teams have been building for the last year, whispers start to trickle out. Meanwhile, Apple's most exciting new product could be the long-rumored Siri Speaker, Apple's answer to the Amazon Echo …

Apple planning 'premium' iTunes rental service for films still in theaters
8 years, 3 months ago

Apple planning 'premium' iTunes rental service for films still in theaters

Daily Mail  

Firm is also taking aim at cable companies with new TV app movies would cost between $25 and $50 per rental Apple is hoping to do a deal with Hollywood studies to allow movies to come to its iTunes service earlier than ever before. A new Siri feature has been added to Apple TV that lets viewers tune in directly …

Apple's new TV app: Here's all you need to know
8 years, 4 months ago

Apple's new TV app: Here's all you need to know

Firstpost  

The TV app is meant to be a one stop shop to access TV shows and movies, from all the video content apps on your Apple TV or your phones and tablets. Apple also introduced a new Siri feature for Apple TV that lets you tune in directly to live news and sporting events across your apps. Siri support lets …

Apple announces new TV app for Apple TV, iPad and iPhone
8 years, 4 months ago

Apple announces new TV app for Apple TV, iPad and iPhone

Firstpost  

While we were expecting an Apple TV refresh, the company has introduced a new TV app with will be available on the Apple TV, iPhone and iPad. The new app is said to offer a unified experience to discover and access TV shows and movies on one single platform. The TV app shows you what to watch next and easily …

WWDC 2016: Siri on desktop, watchOS updates, Apple Pay on desktop and more announcements
8 years, 9 months ago

WWDC 2016: Siri on desktop, watchOS updates, Apple Pay on desktop and more announcements

Firstpost  

Apple kicked off its annual software developer conference with an artificial intelligence upgrade for Siri, its digital assistant, as well as new software features for other devices and an overhaul of its music service. Siri will also gain new capabilities with Apple TV, where it will let you launch live TV viewing with voice command and search YouTube and the …

WWDC 2016: Apple updates tvOS with features such as single sign-on, live channels and more
8 years, 9 months ago

WWDC 2016: Apple updates tvOS with features such as single sign-on, live channels and more

Firstpost  

Eddy Cue, Apple’s senior vice president of internet software and services, was on stage to unveil the brand new tvOS update at the WWDC 2016 keynote today. Apple tvOS brings new features in the form of single sign-on, a reworked iPhone remote app, Siri support and more. Apple is adding on the much requested feature of Single sign-on for paid …

iPlayer is now available on the (new) Apple TV
9 years, 3 months ago

iPlayer is now available on the (new) Apple TV

Wired  

The new Apple TV is a well-designed, inexpensive, friendly device with a great interface. Fortunately for Apple, it now appears to be rounding into form; the BBC has just announced it is launching iPlayer for the new device, via the built-in App Store. iPlayer was never available for the older Apple TV, but its absence from the new TV's App …

Review: Apple TV brings iPhone-like apps to the big screen
9 years, 4 months ago

Review: Apple TV brings iPhone-like apps to the big screen

LA Times  

It turns out that Apple’s streaming-TV box — aptly named Apple TV — isn’t just for streaming anymore. The Apple TV remote doesn’t have a headphone jack, which other streaming devices like the Roku 3 and 4 and the Nvidia Shield offer to spare your family and roommates late at night. You can even ask for “good documentaries to watch.” …

In Loaded Launch Event, New Apple TV May Merit Closest Look
9 years, 6 months ago

In Loaded Launch Event, New Apple TV May Merit Closest Look

NPR  

In Loaded Launch Event, New Apple TV May Merit Closest Look Enlarge this image toggle caption Eric Risberg/AP Eric Risberg/AP Apple's latest press event wasn't really filled with surprises: Though the rumor mill always has churned before Apple events since the death of Steve Jobs, the rumors have gotten more accurate, so it wasn't a surprise that Apple upgraded its …

From iPhones to iPad: Everything you need to know about the Apple event
9 years, 6 months ago

From iPhones to iPad: Everything you need to know about the Apple event

Live Mint  

The New iPhones: The most important Apple products are always the new iPhones. Apple has developed a new operating system for the latest version of Apple TV, and is opening it up to developers for the first time. While the new Apple TV is clearly more advanced than previous versions of the device, it is actually far less provocative than …

Apple Announces Revamped Apple TV That Will Double As Gaming System
9 years, 6 months ago

Apple Announces Revamped Apple TV That Will Double As Gaming System

Huff Post  

Your Candy Crush habit is about to expand to your living room. After years of speculation, Apple has finally announced an upgraded Apple TV that will include video game capabilities and a full range of apps. The device integrates with traditional streaming apps like Netflix, but will also host video games like Guitar Hero and Rayman Adventures, offering people one …

Apple patent application reveals digital control that works across phones and tablets
10 years, 5 months ago

Apple patent application reveals digital control that works across phones and tablets

Daily Mail  

Apple’s plans to take on TV with a live streaming box may have been pushed back until next year, but a patent has revealed clues about how it could be controlled. It would automatically connect to Apple’s set-top TV box, and unlike the current remote app, the patent shows a system that would work across phones, tablets and laptops. It …

iPhone 6 launches tonight: Here's what you can expect from Apple
10 years, 6 months ago

iPhone 6 launches tonight: Here's what you can expect from Apple

Firstpost  

So what else can we expect from Apple other than the iPhones and the iWatch? iOS 8: Sure, we saw iOS 8 at Apple’s WWDC conference in June but tonight we’ll get to see the final version of the product. As far as the Beats Music streaming service goes, there’s a good chance that the app will now come pre-loaded …

Apple TV switched off for another year as cable companies 'drag their heels'
10 years, 7 months ago

Apple TV switched off for another year as cable companies 'drag their heels'

Daily Mail  

Apple's TV switched off for another year: Cable companies 'dragging their heels' mean gesture controlled gadget will not be released until 2015 Engineers working on the project have been told it has been delayed utnil next year Gadget expected to show both live TV and on demand shows Will be controlled using voice, gestures and an iPhone or iPad as …

Google takes aim at the living room with Android TV in battle with Amazon and Apple
10 years, 11 months ago

Google takes aim at the living room with Android TV in battle with Amazon and Apple

Daily Mail  

Google takes aim at the living room with Android TV in battle with Amazon and Apple Leaked screenshots show firm's second attempt at a set top box Experts warn system could confuse consumers if sold alongside $30 Chromecast dongle already on sale Google is working on a version of its Android software for televisioons, leaked screenshots have revealed. Google's Play …

Apple TV, now in India
12 years, 1 month ago

Apple TV, now in India

The Hindu  

Apple has quietly rolled out its media streaming device, Apple TV, in India at a starting price of Rs. Not to be confused with the company’s rumoured television set, Apple TV allows consumers to wirelessly stream media content from their iTunes account to their television. The move comes less than two months after Apple launched its iTunes store in India, …

Analyst claims Apple iTV debut is imminent
12 years, 4 months ago

Analyst claims Apple iTV debut is imminent

Firstpost  

An analyst states that the launch of such a device is just around the corner. Cnet now reports that analyst James Kisner of Jeffries & Co stated that his firm has heard rumblings from their industry contacts about at least one major cable operator doing tests to see if it can handle the extra bandwidth required for a product like …

Apple iTV may be launched in first half of 2013
12 years, 4 months ago

Apple iTV may be launched in first half of 2013

Firstpost  

China Times reports on the launch of an iTV, which could take place before the year’s second quarter ends. China Times reports on the possibility of the iPhone 5S being launched in the first half of next year, and also sheds lights on the launch of an iTV, which could take place before the year’s second quarter ends. Apple HDTV …

Report indicates an April launch for the Apple iTV
13 years, 1 month ago

Report indicates an April launch for the Apple iTV

Firstpost  

The rumours surrounding an Apple HDTV do not seem to be dying and on the contrary, as time passes; more reports about a Siri-enabled Apple iTV continue to arise. This revelation was backed by a quote from Steve Jobs’ biography in which Walter Issacson stated that the Apple co-founder did indeed speak about a television and told the author that …

Steve Jobs wanted a television without complicated remotes
13 years, 4 months ago

Steve Jobs wanted a television without complicated remotes

Firstpost  

Rumours about Apple planning a television set for a few months have been doing rounds and even in Walter Issacson’s biography on Steve Jobs, the co-founder himself said, “It will have the simplest user interface you could imagine. I finally cracked it.” Analysts have been speculating that Apple will launch a television set by next year, but details are slim …

Apple Siri-enabled HDTV has been in the works for years
13 years, 4 months ago

Apple Siri-enabled HDTV has been in the works for years

Firstpost  

After Gene Munster of Piper Jaffray echoed his own predictions of Apple launching an integrated Apple television set by late 2012, Nick Bilton of the New York Times as well believes a Siri-enabled television set is coming by 2013. You sit on your couch and rather than fumble with several remotes or use hand gestures, you simply talk: “Put on …

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