Second-Generation Apple TV Added to Apple's List of Obsolete Products

[MacRumors]

Apple today updated its official list of vintage and obsolete products to add the second-generation Apple TV, originally released in 2010.

The second-generation Apple TV was the first Apple TV that featured a black body and an aluminum Apple Remote, an updated look compared to the silver and white Apple TV that was originally released in 2007.

Apple sold the second-generation Apple TV from September of 2010 until 2012, which is when the company released the third-generation Apple TV with an A5 chip and support for 1080p content.

The second-generation Apple TV is now classified as "vintage" in the United States and Turkey and "obsolete" in the rest of the world. Vintage products are those that have not been manufactured for more than 5 and less than 7 years ago, while obsolete products are those that were discontinued more than 7 years ago.

Both classifications essentially mean Apple is no longer providing hardware service for the device except in Turkey and California, where local statutes require that Apple continue to provide service and parts for a longer period of time.

Article Link: Second-Generation Apple TV Added to Apple's List of Obsolete Products

 

[avanpelt]

They might as well obsolete the third-gen Apple TV while they're at it. You know that won't likely be receiving any meaningful updates going forward.

 

[Mac 128]

Mine's still going strong. It's also very easy to jailbreak, which allows it to keep up with more current needs.

 

[atikalz]

They might as well obsolete the third-gen Apple TV while they're at it. You know that won't likely be receiving any meaningful updates going forward.

They can also add the 4th gen too, since it doesn't even support 4K. Don't rrush innovation, Apple!

 

[Juicy Box]

I wish I could put the ATV2 or 3 version of apps on the ATV4.

Apple today updated its official list of vintage and obsolete products to add the second-generation Apple TV, originally released in 2010.

I remember being so excited to purchase the ATV2. It was a nice upgrade, although, it was strange that they dropped the 1080p for 720p.

 

[CarpalMac]

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[newdeal]

Yeah Apple TV needs to be replaced with something that also has a mic and speaker for home automation and they really need to kick up Homekit adoption even if it means making accessories themselves that are reasonably priced.

 

[avanpelt]

They can also add the 4th gen too, since it doesn't even support 4K. Don't rrush innovation, Apple!

I disagree. I think the ATV 4th gen will continue to be supported for a long time -- much like the iPad 2 was. I think it will be sold as the entry-level ATV when the next-gen ATV is released. It's perfect for people (like myself) that have 1080p TVs and don't have any desire to upgrade them anytime soon.

 

[Amazing Iceman]

Oh crap! Another $100.00 device that's becoming a paperweight.

 

[lazyrighteye]

Tim clearly has no vision.

I have a v1 in a box in my closet, a v3 in the bedroom and v4 in living room. Interested to see the platform mature. Seems primed/ready.

 

[Tycho24]

Oh crap! Another $100.00 device that's becoming a paperweight.

Crazy!
And only seven years after it was introduced.

/wild

 

[PR1985]

They might as well obsolete the third-gen Apple TV while they're at it. You know that won't likely be receiving any meaningful updates going forward.

NO! I want to use my ATV 3 to watch the Keynotes and You Tube. I bet, upcoming Keynote, minimum ATV 3. I planned to skip the ATV 4.

 

[erinsarah]

Oh crap! Another $100.00 device that's becoming a paperweight.

Can't tell if that's sarcasm, but my ATV v1 is still going strong, as is my ATV v2. Unless they do something to make them completely incompatible with the apple ecosystem, I see no reason they would become paperweights any time soon. They still work.

 

[Lancetx]

I disagree. I think the ATV 4th gen will continue to be supported for a long time -- much like the iPad 2 was. I think it will be sold as the entry-level ATV when the next-gen ATV is released. It's perfect for people (like myself) that have 1080p TVs and don't have any desire to upgrade them anytime soon.

Particularly when there is virtually no 4K content of any significant consequence out there yet. Not even an event like the Super Bowl was broadcast anywhere in 4K.

 

[usarioclave]

They're great for airplay. In fact, I would have bought a whole bunch of them but found a better deal on airport expresses. I only need audio anyway, but if the price was right ATV2's would be OK.

 

[SBlue1]

Oh crap! Another $100.00 device that's becoming a paperweight.

Why? Did it just stop working?

 

[sos47]

As a non US consumer i think the ATV4 is "obsolete". The ATV2 and ATV3 certainly not.

 

[guzhogi]

There might not be 4k content, but wouldn't mind seeing 4k AirPlay. Out of curiosity (I don't have a 4K TV so wouldn't really know): how fast an internet connection do you need to decently stream 4k content?

 

[djgamble]

Oh crap! Another $100.00 device that's becoming a paperweight.

Hey at least it isn't a $1000-$5000 device.
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There might not be 4k content, but wouldn't mind seeing 4k AirPlay. Out of curiosity (I don't have a 4K TV so wouldn't really know): how fast an internet connection do you need to decently stream 4k content?

I believe that the magic number is roughly 25Mbps.

For my country it's pretty tough to get that, but elsewhere it should be no problem.

 

[pat500000]

My money to purchase is obsolete.

 

[UltimaKilo]

I still own my ATV3. The ATV4 never enticed me and still doesn't. It has all the sports and TV apps I need.

Maybe when ATV5 is released and supports 4K I'll upgrade, but I'm not a fan of how large the ATV4 is so I hope the reduce the size.

 

[scott911]

i'll give apple TV another try when it supports 4K - matching everything else I've invested in.

 

[Barry Marshall]

Clearly then, most people that still work at Apple are obsolete and should be classified as such, like Cook. Time for a new CEO since Apple needs one with vision.

 

[clukas]

7 years is a good run for a product, and good to see the TV2 supported for that long.

 

[blacktape242]

argggg...