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HomePod mini vs. Apple TV 4K: Which is the better HomeKit hub?

The Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini are designed for two very different purposes, but they both serve as HomeKit hubs. Here's a look at which is best.
Apple TV Sleep Timer options.

How to set a sleep timer on Apple TV

Apple TV finally has a sleep timer, which will turn off the hardware and your television after a set amount of time. Here's how to use it.
The box for the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max.

How we test streaming video devices

Whether it's Roku, Amazon, Apple, or others — we apply the same standards to every streaming device that comes our way. Here's how we test them.
Inter Miami on MLS Season Pass.

Messi in Miami is huge for Apple and MLS Season Pass

The world's greatest football (soccer!) player is headed to Inter Miami. That's huge for MLS — as well as Apple.
VPN listing in the Apple TV App Store.

VPNs are coming to Apple TV in tvOS 17

Get ready for an influx of VPN apps as virtual private networks make their way to Apple TV in tvOS 17.
FaceTime on Apple TV.

Apple TV getting FaceTime, Memories screensaver, and remote finder

Apple TV is set to get a bevy of new features in tvOS 17.
Apple TV's multiview feature as seen with Friday Night Baseball.

Apple TV’s multiview feature now out of beta and live for all

Apple TV has enabled multiview for its own sports feeds, so you can now watch multiple MLS or MLB games at the same time.
Streaming apps that can be connected to Apple TV.

Apple TV has quietly been on board the FAST train all this time

Apple's TV app attempts to be the one place to watch all your things. But will it hop on board the FAST train as Google and Amazon have done?
YouTube TV on Apple TV.

YouTube TV details fixes for audio sync, better 1080p quality

YouTube TV is testing a higher bit rate on 1080p video and squashing a number of other bugs, all ahead of a major milestone this fall.
Apple TV's multiview feature as seen with Friday Night Baseball.

Apple TV’s multiview feature is now live in beta

The Apple TV app now has a multiview feature on Apple TV hardware running the tvOS 16.5 beta.
Atlanta-San Jose game page for MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.

MLS Season Pass on Apple TV shows everyone else how to stream sports

The opening match of the 2023 MLS season made it obvious — Apple TV can stream live sports in the sort of quality you'd expect from Apple.
MLS Season Pass on a TV.

Watch every MLS game for free this weekend on Apple TV

The first 14 games of the 2023 MLS season are available for free on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.
MLS Season Pass on T-Mobile Tuesday app.

T-Mobile customers can now get MLS Season Pass for free

If you're a T-Mobile wireless customer, you can now snag your free subscription for MLS Season Pass and watch every game in 2023.
MLS Season Pass.

MLS Season Pass tops out at 1080p — here’s why that’s probably OK

MLS Season Pass won't have games in 4K on Apple TV, but that's probably just fine.
Apple TV app for webOS Hub.

LG brings Apple TV, Apple Music, and AirPlay to webOS Hub-based TVs

LG has added Apple's most popular streaming apps and services to its webOS Hub, a version of the smart TV software licensed by third parties.
Apple TV preview for the Microsoft App Store.

Microsoft just scored a big win with Apple

Apple TV and Apple Music have made their way to the Microsoft Store as downloadable apps.
Apple Music Sing.

Apple Music Sing brings karaoke singalongs to iPhones, Apple TV

Apple today announced a new karaoke feature to its Apple Music called 'Apple Music Sing,' which allows users to sing along with their favorite tracks.
Apple TV 4k (2022) on purple background

The most innovative streaming devices of 2022

Apple TV 4K and Amazon Fire TV Cube didn't change a lot in 2022, but they did get better, innovating out of iteration.
An Apple TV 4K sits on a media stand.

You can get an Apple TV for $59 for Cyber Monday if you’re quick

The Apple TV HD may not be the newest streaming device but it's incredibly cheap right now at Walmart if you snag it in time.
The Apple TV 4K (2022) and Siri remote on a table.

The 2021 Apple TV 4K at $80 is a near-no-brainer

The 2021 model of Apple TV 4K is a steal in this Black Friday deal.
The Apple TV 4K standing vertically with the Apple logo showing from the front

Get the most out of your Apple TV 4K (2022) with these tips and tricks

Apple TV 4K is already awesome right out of the box, but we're here to show you all the ways to get the absolute most out of your 4K streaming device.
Apple's head-tracking spatial audio for Apple TV 4K.

How to use spatial audio on Apple TV 4K

Apple's spatial audio feature creates immersive experiences for music, movies, and TV shows on the Apple TV 4K. Here's how you can use it.
Controlling Apple TV 4K using an Apple Watch.

Apple TV 4K (2022) review: overpowered in all the right ways

Our Apple TV 4K (2022) review shows the new boxes seem similar to the prior gen, but a deeper look reveals a streamer built for the future.
The new Apple TV 4K, 3rd-generation, with the Siri remote.

The least interesting things about the new Apple TV 4K

The new Apple TV 4K probably is still the best streaming device there is, even if what's new isn't all that exciting.
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What is Kodi, and is it legal? Everything you need to know

To take control of the movies, shows, and music in your collection, you need media center software like Kodi. We break down the oft-controversial application.
Apple TV 4K 2021.

Go ahead and spend the extra $20 on the good Apple TV 4K

Apple TV 4K now comes in two flavors, with a $20 difference between them. We'll show you which to buy.
Apple TV 4K 2022.

New Apple TV 4K tweaks the internals and the price

The new Apple TV 4K looks and acts almost exactly like the last one — only better.
YouTube TV on Apple TV.

YouTube TV now supports 5.1 surround sound on Apple TV, additional Fire TVs

YouTube TV now supports 5.1 surround sound on Apple TV and additional Amazon Fire TV devices.
Apple TV 4K.

Will there be a new Apple TV at the September event?

It's possible that a new version of Apple TV hardware could be announced at the September event — but don't hold your breath.
Apple TV icon on Apple TV.

T-Mobile adding a free year of Apple TV+ to its most expensive plans

T-Mobile is offering up a free year of Apple TV+ for subscribers to its most expensive plans.
Roku remote.

How to get Apple TV on Roku: everything you need to know

If you're using a Roku TV or streaming device, are you out of luck with Apple TV? No way! Here's how to easily add Apple TV and Apple TV+ to your Roku device.
Customers inspect the new Apple HomePod at an Apple Store on February 9, 2018 in San Francisco, California.

How to use Apple AirPlay and AirPlay 2

Learn how to use Apple Airplay. Sharing content from your mobile device to TV screens and smart speakers with Apple's AirPlay and AirPlay 2 is easy.
Apple TV 4K.

This Apple deal is still one of the best of Prime Day

Apple TV 4K finds itself as one of the best Prime Day deals of the year.
Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV and Chromecast With Google TV.

Why Apple (still) shouldn’t make a streaming device for cheapskates

Apple has very little reason to make its own low-cost streaming hardware — everyone else is taking that loss for them.