Following the announcement of its new iPads, Apple has additionally dropped a refresh of its Apple TV lineup. The Apple TV 4K begins at $130 and is available in 64GB and 128Gb storage choices. However, solely the bigger storage possibility affords Ethernet for plugging into the web and Thread help for Matter connectivity. That final bit is important when you’re dedicated to the concept of Apple’s linked residence.

Both the brand new Apple TV 4K fashions have been up to date to the A15 Bionic chip, which is the iPhone 13 and iPhone 14’s processor. It’s a substantial leap from the A12 that was powering the set-top field final technology. And because it’s a do-it-yourself chip, Apple will probably help it with software program updates for fairly a while. Apple guarantees that CPU efficiency is “up to 50 percent faster” than the final gen, with as much as 30% higher graphics efficiency. The Apple TV 4K additionally helps HDR10+, which the business began adopting help for final 12 months.

Perhaps one of many extra controversial components of this Apple TV 4K announcement is that the Siri Remote is charged by USB-C. This has ruffled some feathers, as of us ponder whether Apple will convert its present cell machine lineup to the charging commonplace to adjust to the current EU ruling. Users who’re deeply entrenched within the walled backyard won’t be too pleased about having so as to add USB-C to their charging repertoire.

You should buy the Apple TV distant individually for $60 when you fancy it. The design stays primarily the identical for the reason that final mannequin change and is suitable with all generations of the Apple TV, together with the Apple TV HD. You may use AirPods to hook up with your Apple TV and take heed to content material with out waking up the remainder of the home. How considerate of you!

The new Apple TV 4K with Siri Remote is offered for pre-order now. It will begin delivery on Nov. 4. You may pre-order the distant, and it’ll ship on the identical day.