Apple TV was one of the most-anticipated products that were unveiled during the Apple event last Wednesday, September 9. The tech giant has officially introduced its long-rumored revamped Apple TV set up box.
Apple is making a big change to the living rooms of each user. The new Apple TV marks the biggest leap in the company's "hobby" to a whole new and exciting level. As announced, this new product is 10-mm tall, has a revised physical design, updated remote control, faster internals, and key new features, which include a built-in App Store.
Quoting Tim Cook, the Chief Executive Officer of Apple, he said "It's the golden age of television. Our vision for TV is simple and perhaps a little provocative. We believe the future of television is apps."
According to The Verge, the Apple TV is more powerful than its predecessor. It is powered by a 64-bit A8 processor and it supports 802.11ac WiFi and Bluetooth 4.0. Moreover, it carries the same simplistic power or Ethernet setup as the old model and it is still made out of an aluminum-like material, however, it now has a black finish to match the Apple TV box.
The key areas to watch out for the updated Apple TV are the modern operating system, developer tools, App Store, powerful hardware, full support for Bluetooth gaming controllers, and an all-new user experience. It will be launched in late October in two configurations. The first is 32GB, which is priced at $149, while the other one is 64GB that costs $199.
It is also worth noting that this next-generation Apple TV has a brand-new remote control. This remote control includes a built-in mic, which is necessary to recognize the Siri commands, and a touchpad to navigate the new user interface with touch screen-like gestures. In addition, it features volume control, Bluetooth 4.0, an accelerometer and gyroscope, and it charges through a Lightning connector at the bottom.
Overall, the new Apple TV gives each user an ultimate media streamer experience. It will definitely be a big hit in the market than its previous predecessor.
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