Same.
But the new 4K is still deceiving after 4 years.
Same design, similar performance, no U1 chip in the remote...
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Apple TV 4K 2017 vs. Apple TV 4K 2021 Buyer's Guide
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But the new 4K is still deceiving after 4 years.
Same design, similar performance, no U1 chip in the remote...
Great question as I know Nanoleaf enabled Thread for its bulbs and strips via a firmware update.
It took Apple 3 years and 8 months to update 5th generation Apple TV 4K, a minor one at that. I think you will be looking at very long wait, considerably longer than PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X becoming widely available.
Matter is certainly possible via software update. But Thread requires new hardware (802.15.4) which 5th generation Apple TV 4K probably lacks.
What's the advantage of having a 4K Apple TV if my 4K TV has the Apple TV app? The only thing I can think of is you have to have the Apple TV hardware to have the screensavers. What else am I missing out on by just using the app on my TV?
They did? Glad I still got mine, works fine with Apple TV and have used it to replace that silly touch thingy, but it's a buggy remote, but with the hub it just picks up where you left it after a reboot.
I just want to know if they fixed the raised blacks and added pass-through audio.
I also would like to know if they have better support for H265 video files.
Can’t wait for proper reviews. I want to upgrade from my 4Ks if Apple is able to somehow fix/add these issues/features.
I also would like to know if they have better support for H265 video files.
Can’t wait for proper reviews. I want to upgrade from my 4Ks if Apple is able to somehow fix/add these issues/features.
For one, I am told the Harmony remote series has been discontinued. But second, my understanding was that the Siri remote had a couple of functions, namely the Home/TV button, that were never tied to an IR signal to be repeated.
My parents have a 3rd generation Apple TV. I've brought them the new one for $249 AUD. Hopefully they buy a TV next but that's another story.
Ordered a new 4K and a spare remote. Existing 4K will go into my son's room to replace the HD and I thought it was worth getting him the new remote as well.
One point that seems to be missing in both the article and the comments is the HomeKit aspect. In regards of HomeKit hub functionality, the AppleTV is the only option with Ethernet to connect wired to your home network. All other options are wireless only, which might be a challenge in crowded networks.
And someone buying the AppleTV with prio on HomeKit functionality (and considering the AV capabilities more as icing on the cake), should prefer the new version over aTV 4K 1st gen., due to superior CPU performance. GPU performance is negligible for that use case.
And someone buying the AppleTV with prio on HomeKit functionality (and considering the AV capabilities more as icing on the cake), should prefer the new version over aTV 4K 1st gen., due to superior CPU performance. GPU performance is negligible for that use case.
I got an as-new condition 4K for €80. I’m selling the remote for €35. That’s €45 outlay. I used the “AMP” input button on my PS3 remote so it now controls this Apple TV 4K. I don’t need the new remote.
The new model is €200 here. If I can’t sell the remote I’ll have paid €80, if I do sell it I’ll have paid about €45, max €55.
Hah, I don't even know why I bought the new one. I just automatically buy a new Apple TV when they come out because they don't come out very often I guess? But now I can replace the terrible third gen in my workshop with the old 4K, not that I use it very often. And hopefully the new remote will be better.
I ordered it the first day. The new one will be with the LG OLED (aahhh, HDMI 2.1), the old 4K will be paired with the 3D Samsung TV.
The harmony elite (or any hub based solution) controls via bluetooth, wifi, and IR. So that wouldn’t matter, you can be running an activity that uses all three protocols and it seamlessly controls all of them.
It’s disappointing they have stopped making them but they still support them (for now).
No it isn't. At least there is no hardware decoder.
That's why the A12 in the AppleTV is a disappointment.
New Apple TV 4K Supports WiFi 6, Thread and HDMI 2.1
No support for AV1. :( https://www.cpu-monkey.com/de/cpu-apple_a12_bionic-1653
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I agree. I took some beautiful footage in the Welsh Brecon Beacons when they were covered in snow. The playback onnthe current 4K Apple TV is quite juddery and disappointing. I'm a bit annoyed to have to pay for another Apple TV, just so I can watch the footage smoothly.
I have 2 4Ks and 2 HDs, I am not looking to upgrade anytime soon. With LG OLED, the 4K does Dolby Vision/Audio, which is pretty good for me at the moment. I bought both the 4K for around $100 around Thanksgiving, it was the Target gift card deal.
Looks like my family is the only one who love the old Siri remote, we can navigate just fine with it. Skip 10sec is my favorite feature. New remote might make things better, but not worth the upgrade for me.
Looks like my family is the only one who love the old Siri remote, we can navigate just fine with it. Skip 10sec is my favorite feature. New remote might make things better, but not worth the upgrade for me.
Considering you can easily sell a used ATV4K for about $100, the upgrade cost is only $80+taxes.
This is a minor upgrade, including the Remote. And I use the AppleTV Remote App on my phone for AppleTV anyways. And HDR is really only for zealots who are obsessed with framerate and resolution. I still watch movies on VHS sometimes, so this is really cool, but not a must buy.
Higher bitrates when it comes to films & tv shows and the ability to watch iTunes extras to name a couple.
If you’re happy with the quality you’re seeing on your TV and aren’t interested in the extras then you’re good to use the app.