What is an Apple TV box?

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Is there a monthly fee for Apple TV?

A monthly subscription is just $6.99 per month after a free 7-day trial.

Do I need an Apple TV box if I have a smart TV?

No, you do not “need” an Apple TV box with a smart TV already in tow. Apple has teamed up with several major TV manufacturers (Sony, LG, Samsung, Vizio, etc.) to integrate many of Apple TV's marquee features–like iTunes, AirPlay, and HomeKit–into proprietary TV OSes.

Are Apple TV boxes worth it?

The Apple TV 4K streaming media box is maybe the best one you can buy (especially for those already in the Apple ecosystem), but it's also one of the most expensive. It's faster and more responsive than nearly all competitors, with excellent support for HDR and surround sound including Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos.

How does Apple TV work on my TV?

Plug your Apple TV into power and connect it to your TV with an HDMI cable. To watch movies in 4K HDR on Apple TV 4K, make sure that you're using an HDMI 2.0 or later cable, and have a TV that supports 4K, HDR, or both. Then turn on your TV and select the HDMI input that your Apple TV is connected to.

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What channels do you get with Apple TV?

Can you watch regular TV on Apple TV?

Watch live channels, on-demand programming, and access additional features on your Apple TV. And if you get an Apple TV directly from your provider, you can access content right out of the box, with a few easy steps.

What is the point of buying an Apple TV box?

Apple TV 4K brings Apple TV+, Apple Music, Apple Fitness+, and Apple Arcade together with all your favorite streaming apps — in our best‑ever picture and audio quality. With the blazing performance of the A15 Bionic chip, intuitive controls, and seamless interaction with your devices and smart home accessories.

Why would anyone buy Apple TV box?

It's also a highly effective smart home hub with the right gadgets. The Apple TV supports Thread, a low-power mesh networking standard, so you can use the device to control smart home cameras, doorbells, thermostats, and other smart devices with your Apple TV. It's possible to do so using Siri or by using the remote.

Why would you buy an Apple TV box?

An Apple TV is a streaming media that plugs into your TV and allows you to stream apps (such as Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and Disney Plus) so that you can watch your favorite shows and movies. It effectively turns any dumb TV into a smart TV.

Is Apple TV better than Roku?

Verdict: Both Apple TV and Roku Ultra support 4K, HDR, and Dolby Atmos, but Apple TV is Bluetooth enabled, AirPlay capable, and has a responsive A15 Bionic processor. Roku Ultra comes with a quad-core processor and a customizable remote control, and both models support HDMI 2.1.

Can Apple TV replace cable box?

But it's not a replacement for the cable box itself. The cable box will "decode" the channels your package allows you to receive. The Apple TV a streaming device that allows you to selectively choose which apps you want to download and access.

What's the difference between Roku and Apple TV?

Unlike the Apple TV 4K which only works with Apple's HomeKit platform, the Roku Ultra is compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple's AirPlay 2/HomeKit smart home platforms. That means regardless of which smart home ecosystem you're currently invested in, you're covered.

Do you get Apple TV free with Amazon Prime?

Amazon Prime Channels: Pricing. Before you can start shopping for channels with Apple or Amazon, you'll need a membership to their services. Access to Apple's TV app requires only a free Apple ID account, but you'll need to have an Amazon Prime membership to access Amazon's Prime Video and its selection of channels.

Does Apple TV have local channels?

Well, good news: you can watch local channels on Apple TV using an antenna, as long as you get a little creative with it. You could choose to connect your antenna to a OTA DVR instead of directly to your TV, for instance. OTA DVRs allow you to record live TV from your OTA antenna.

Is Apple TV free on Roku?

How Do I Get Apple TV+ For Free On Roku? To take advantage of Roku's offer, all you need to do is install Roku's Apple TV+ channel on your device (either directly on the device itself, or via the online channel store).

What is the difference between Apple TV and Apple TV box?

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The crucial difference between the Apple TV app for Smart TV and the physical Apple TV box is that only the latter is powered by tvOS, which includes the tvOS App Store, games from Apple Arcade, AirPlay 2 (receiver and transmitter), HomeKit, music from Apple Music, and more.

Which is better Netflix or Apple TV?

When we compare the two, Netflix has a much bigger library than Apple TV+, giving users many more things to watch. Although, in our experience, there's a lot of content on Netflix that won't interest most people and isn't necessarily worth watching, while Apple TV+'s content is more consistently impressive.

Is Apple TV better than a FireStick?

For video streaming experience, it supports 4K resolution, HDR10 with Dolby Vision, and HLG. In addition, the audio experience gives this device an edge over FireStick thanks to its support for Dolby Atmos, Dolby 5.1, Dolby 7.1, and Spatial audio. Another feature that makes Apple TV better than FireStick is storage.

Why can't I watch Apple TV on my TV?

Try watching on a different device using the same Wi-Fi or cellular connection. If it doesn't work, contact your internet service provider to see if there's an issue with your network. If other people are using Apple TV+ or Apple TV channels, make sure it doesn't exceed the limits for streaming on multiple devices.

Does Apple TV have Hulu?

Hulu supports select Apple TV models. You can download the app from the App Store on the following: Apple TV (4th generation) Apple TV 4K.

How can I watch live TV on Apple TV for free?

Does Apple TV give you free Netflix?

You can download Netflix onto your Apple TV for free (although you'll still have to pay for a membership, of course). Every Apple TV model aside from the 1st Generation supports it.

How much is Apple TV for a year?

What's the price? ‌Apple TV‌+ is priced at $4.99 per month, with a one-week free trial. There's also an annual $49.99 subscription that saves a bit of money over the monthly option, and subscriptions also support Family Sharing, so up to six members of a family can access content using a single subscription.