Apple's updated its Events tvOS app ahead of the October 30 iPad Pro and Mac event.
Apple updates Events app with support for the October 30 iPad Pro and Mac event
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Apple plans to launch TV service in the US in first half of 2019, in 100 countries by year end
Apple's unannounced TV subscription service is likely to launch during the first half of 2019. The service will be available in more than 100 countries before the end of the year. In the meantime, the company is looking for video partners to join the service, according to The Information.
Things Apple should do to make Apple TV a solid gaming console, according to developers
Last week, the Apple TV version of Minecraft was pulled from the market due to low usage. Soon after, the folks over at Ars Technica began asking individuals in the gaming community what Apple should do to make its "hobby" device more appealing to gamers. The answers were interesting.
PlayStation Vue now supports Apple’s TV app for iOS and tvOS
If you're a subscriber to Sony's PlayStation Vue over-the-top (OTT) service, we've got some great news for you. The internet television service now supports Apple's TV app, according to MacRumors.
Microsoft has ended support for Minecraft for Apple TV over lack of interest
Nearly two years following its tvOS launch, Microsoft has made the decision to pull Minecraft for Apple TV because there weren't enough players in the first place, BBC News said Tuesday.
Apple and British Telecom’s EE Mobile working together on pay-TV
Apple and British Telecom (BT) are in early discussions about working with one another on pay-TV initiatives. The move comes as Apple gets ready to begin releasing $1 billion worth of original video content sometime next year.
How to watch the MLB postseason on your iPhone, iPad and Apple TV
The MLB postseason begins tomorrow, Oct. 2. Here's how to watch all of the games on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV.
Overhauled NHL app brings more shows, Apple Watch support, no-spoiler feature & more
Monday morning, NHL's app for iPhone, iPad and Apple TV has been redesigned and updated with fresh new content and features, including Apple Watch support and a no-spoiler option.
PremiumPlay enables AirPlay streaming in apps that normally don’t support it
If you own an Apple TV, then you might be familiar with Apple’s convenient AirPlay streaming feature. With it, you can wirelessly stream content from your iOS device(s) to your Apple TV for enjoyment on the big screen; unfortunately, some apps prevent you from doing this.
Enter PremiumPlay, a new jailbreak tweak created by iOS developer Tony Kraft that enables AirPlay streaming in apps that typically wouldn’t support it.
How to use the AutoFill Passwords feature on Apple TV
Most likely, you're already familiar with the password autofill on your iPhone and iPad. But this feature goes one step further, and you can use AutoFill Passwords to log into apps on your Apple TV straight from your iPhone or iPad.
Curious? Here’s how to use that AutoFill Passwords feature on your Apple TV.
The best free Apple TV educational apps for kids to play and learn
If everyone in your house enjoys spending time with your Apple TV, then make the most of it with fun educational apps for kids.
These apps are available for free with options to purchase additional content. So, they are awesome try-before-you-buy apps or you can just let your child enjoy the free content. Most importantly, they are terrific learning tools for kids. Helping them enhance their skills, learn new ones, and enjoy the process all at the same time is a wonderful use for your Apple TV.
Apple brings tvOS 12 to Apple TV
It's official. Apple has released the tvOS 12 update for Apple TV. The release is mostly minor, although it does offer one important new feature for film aficionados, the introduction of Dolby Atmos support.
The new update, with a build number of 16J364, includes:
Dolby AtmosAlong with support for Dolby Atmos, Apple promises to add the most extensive collection of Dolby Atmos-supported movies beginning this fall.
Once tvOS 12 has been installed, you can set up Dolby Atmos on your Apple TV by going into the Settings app under Video & Audio.
Other new featuresTvOS 12 also introduces new aerial screensavers in partnership with the International Space Station. Additionally, existing screensavers now include location information to let you know where each has been captured.
You can download and install tvOS 12 by visiting the Settings app on your device.
1) On Apple TV 4K or Apple TV (4th generation), go to Settings > System > Software Updates and select Update Software.
2) Select Download and Install. Wait for your Apple TV to download the update. Don't disconnect or unplug your Apple TV until the upgrade completes.
3) Wait for the update to install.
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