Firmware updates don't typically offer up the same amount of changes or new additions as a proper software update. However, it's always good to keep tabs on which is the latest software available for all of our products. Which is why you're getting updated on a recent firmware update for the Apple TV Siri Remote.
Apple is researching a universal remote with a Touch ID fingerprint scanner that could simplify entering passwords and controlling smart home appliances and other devices.
While the vast majority of updates for Apple's products are coupled with announcements, even the firmware updates from time to time, that's not always the case. Some minor firmware updates go mostly under the radar, especially when it comes to whatever "new" things are being added to the mix. That's the case with today's firmware update for the brand new Siri Remote.
When Apple introduced the newest Apple TV 4K, it also welcomed a brand new Siri Remote. It's a significant redesign from the previous generation, and one of the best features of the set-top box in general. But, a lot of people thought Apple would offer a built-in tracking option, an oft-requested feature.
The Apple TV remote could gain UWB functionality in a future model, enabling you to point the remote at different accessories to quickly switch between things like TVs and Hi-Fi receivers.
There's been confusion regarding video scrubbing on an Apple TV using the revamped Siri Remote so here's a nice little video explainer showing you how to use Apple's new jog control.
The crew over at iFixit got their hands on the new Apple TV 4K, which launched not too long ago. So of course it didn't take them long before they started taking the set-top box apart.
Apple is doing interesting things with the Find My network. Earlier this month it opened things up to third-party accessories, and, of course, launched the AirTag item tracker. But Siri apparently thinks Apple isn't quite done just yet.
If you thought about using Apple's new Siri Remote to take advantage of motion controls in supported Apple TV games, it may be a wise idea to stick with your old Siri Remote.
Well, it finally happened. Apple got around to launching a new Apple TV set-top box at today's Spring Loaded event.
Earlier today, during the company's Spring Loaded event, Apple showed off a brand new Apple TV 4K and a new Siri Remote. But even if you don't plan on getting the new set-top box, you can still get the new remote.
Apple on Tuesday announced a long overdue update to its Apple TV hardware line. The refresh brings about a performance bump with Apple's A12 Bionic chip and a completely redesigned Siri remote.