Apple TV 4K is among the best streaming devices with top-notch features and premium features. While the streaming box is easy to set up, some not-so-obvious configurations can improve your streaming and navigation experience.
We'll list seven of these Apple TV 4K settings and show you how to use them. Before you continue, make sure you have the latest version of tvOS installed on your Apple TV.
Calibrate your TV for color balance.
You should calibrate your Apple TV the first time you set it up. This will ensure the best color and picture quality when streaming movies. If you haven't done this yet, we'll show you how.
If you have an iPhone that supports Face ID, you can use tvOS's Color Balance feature to automatically improve your TV's picture quality.
With the Color Balance tool, Apple TV will use your phone to measure your TV's color response and adjust its output to improve picture quality.
Again, your iPhone must support Face ID and be running iOS 14.5 or later. The operation does not require that your devices (iPhone and Apple TV) be on the same network. You don't need an Internet connection to calibrate your TV's color balance. Just hold your iPhone near your TV and follow these steps.
- On Apple TV, go to Settings > Video & Audio and select Color Balance under Calibration.
- You should see the Color Balance window pop up on your iPhone. Select Continue and move your iPhone even closer to the TV screen while the calibration tool loads.
- Rotate the device so that the screen is facing the TV. Now hold your iPhone in the center of the blue outline on your TV screen. Make sure your iPhone is within one inch of your TV screen or closer.
- The blue outline will change to red, green, blue and white during the calibration and color measurement process. Hold your phone still until a success message appears on your iPhone. You should also see changes made by Apple TV to your TV's display. Click Finish to continue.
- Select View results on TV.
- Go to "Use Original" to compare your TV's picture quality before and after calibration. Select Use Balanced to apply a calibrated color balance.
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Hello, dear readers of the site Uspei.com. Apple TV 4k is not a new product on the market, but quite relevant. In this review, we will try to figure out what it is, how the whole thing works, what it can do, what it can’t do, and who should buy it. So it will be interesting, make yourself comfortable.
Equipment
The delivery set is simple : set-top box, power cable, remote control, lightning cable for charging it, waste paper and that’s it. An HDMI cable was not included, and when purchasing it you should know that it must support 4k data transmission. I bought the 2-meter model recommended on the company’s official website, it costs about $25, but I think you can find something cheaper with the same characteristics.
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By the way, to play 4k video content online, the speed of your Internet connection must be at least 15 megabits per second .
The console itself comes in two versions : 32 and 64 gigabytes. Prices in the Russian and American Apple Online Store are below.
Before the release of the gaming subscription service Apple Arcade, a full review of all its games is here, I would recommend taking the minimum wage, but now, if you like to play, you should think about a larger capacity.
For some reason, Apple still sells an archaic HD version of the set-top box with 32 gigabytes. This model has ancient Wi-Fi, and does not support 4k and bluetooth 5th generation. And the whole thing costs only a little less than the 4K model – the current version, which we are reviewing today.
The console is very nice and compact, Apple designers are capable of creating beauty. The top surface is matte, the end is glossy, the bottom is made of matte, highly scratchable plastic, although it would be better if it were rubberized.
There is also a hole for active cooling. By the way, despite the fact that the cover will be scratched when opened, Ifixit rated the console’s repairability quite highly. In practice, I didn’t hear any noise either while playing 4k content or while playing games – even when I was a couple of meters from the TV.
In addition to the power port (and the adapter is built into the case) and HDMI, there is also a rather archaic-looking gigabit port.
It’s a shame that Apple only releases the console in black – it’s not very practical, and you constantly have to wipe it and brush off dust, because it’s very visible on it. I would like to see white or silver models.
There are no holes to screw the attachment to the wall. But on the official website you can buy a branded stand. True, it is not in the Russian Apple Online Store, and maybe thank God, because in the American it costs 30 bucks , although in China you can buy (well, replicas, of course) for about 4 bucks.
The remote control is very tiny - you can just compare it with a modern remote control from LG. As they say, feel the difference. The base of the body is brushed aluminum. The front panel is made of matte plastic.
By the way, I assumed that the matte plastic on the surface of the wheelbarrow would become glossy over time - for example, like on Macbook keyboards. For example, this happened to me within a year and a half. But I asked around among friends and during two years of daily direct use there were no hints that this thing would become glossy. And that's great.
We'll talk about the microphone and voice input later. The remote control is charged by electricity. On average, one charge is enough for about one cycle of use. Well, even if it runs out, there is no problem, because the charging is located in the right place - on the back side, and not like in a magic mouse , after inserting the wire into it, you will no longer be able to use it.
Data from the remote control is transmitted via Bluetooth. That is, you can control the set-top box even from another room and you don’t need to direct anything anywhere. And the infrared port is necessary so that you can adjust the system volume of the TV.
At first, as with the Magic Mouse, you are skeptical about the comfort when holding the remote control, but then you get used to it, and, in principle, it is clear that it is in excellent shape. This shape is also caused by the need to use the remote control in a horizontal orientation as a gamepad for games.
Those who are afraid that they will break the remote control quite quickly can buy protective cases . Moreover, there are even colored ones.
There are no questions about connection and setup, everything is within the company’s technology - everything is fast, easy and simple.
Surely, almost all modern TVs already support HDMI CEC - that is, when the TV’s power supply is controlled through even a set-top box that is connected to this very TV. That is, you can safely use only one remote control to turn the TV on and off, and that’s great.
Although, if you are a fan of cable television, you won’t be able to forget about your own remote control - Apple TV does not show channels , so in this case you will have to turn on your favorite channel using the standard TV remote control the old fashioned way.
Interface
So, let's go through the interface. The first thing that surprised me in Apple TV 4k was the quality of the interface and the resolution, respectively, at 4k - 50 hertz. You pay attention to this especially acutely after Full HD on Android TV, the interface of which looks soapy and terrible even on top models.
Just look at these screensavers - they are simply gorgeous . This is essentially the first function of decorating your room where the TV is located. Screensavers are updated daily or weekly, depending on how you configure the whole thing in the system settings. But we'll talk about this a little later.
Before you is the main screen of the tvOS13 - this is the latest and most current firmware on the Apple TV 4k, and the first thing you will notice is that there is no cursor button , moving through the elements of the operating system is carried out by swiping on the touch pad on the remote control.
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This, I will say, is relative to the standard LG remote control, which has a cursor and gyroscopes and the whole thing is controlled by simple gestures, it is less convenient, but it is many times more convenient than using the same, for example, buttons on the standard remote control that comes with the same Xiaomi TV 4S .
By the way, the platform itself is pressed, and this is such a clear click using the left mouse button, which is tactilely informative and pleasant.
On the main page, at the bottom, you see a display of five favorite applications; at the top, the main part of the screen - more than 80 or 70 percent is occupied by the recommended ones, which appear depending on which application you currently selected in the dock.
That is, you can swipe up and view those recommended ones that are currently offered. These are our programs that are offered by the “music” application. And if, for example, you swipe up on Apple Arcade, then there will be some of the latest released games or the most rated games in the top.
Next are all the applications that you installed or that were already installed. You can also move them arbitrarily - by holding the button and moving them in the desired direction. You can also add to favorites.
Of course, doing this is not as pleasant as swiping on an iPhone, but it is what it is. You can even create folders, although if it were possible to manage applications like on the Apple Watch, for example, directly from your smartphone, this would be much better.
If you double-press the screen button, multitasking mode will start and you can switch between active applications, as if you were doing it on an iPhone .
Also, holding this button for a long time launches the control point - this is another innovation of this model. Here you can see which account is activated, and you can set multiple profiles per user. It's incredibly convenient.
That is, logged into your account, and please - all icons and applications that are installed specifically in your account will be displayed on the desktop.
You can immediately go into sleep mode, control the music that is currently playing - more precisely, not control the tracks (this is done using the play button on the remote control itself), but quickly activate the Music application itself.
There is also the option to enable/activate AirPlay devices. That is, switching between sound sources. For example, if you have a Home Pad, you can select the speaker you want to play sound on, as well as search. Although, there is a real search button on the remote control.
And now the saddest part - yes, you can search by clicking on English or even Russian letters, but you cannot enter text by voice in Russian. This function is simply not available in Russian.
And the second problem is that Siri does not launch on Apple TV with the Russian region. And I think that this is simply a failure - that’s how long we waited for at least the Russian Siri to arrive on the iPhone - a really long time.
So, there is not even an English version of Siri, and this is just terrible , because controlling with your voice would be incredibly convenient (as, for example, in Android TV). To reassure you, I can say that using swipes is many times more convenient than clicking on buttons on the same Xiaomi TV remote control. But, this is still much less convenient than simply making a voice recording, which will then be processed and converted into text.
The search itself is carried out through the Apple Store and Apple Music applications. As a nice alternative, when you launch a search, a message appears in the iPhone itself asking you to enter text through the native iOS keyboard, and this is really convenient and nice. The only negative is that it is still impossible to dictate by voice. The button itself is inaccessible and Siri doesn’t turn on either, the phone just freezes.
And one more nice thing from the “Apple Ecosystem” category - here in the application on the iPhone there is a virtual remote control and it is really convenient to use. That is, you don’t need to look for the real Apple TV remote control if it’s lost somewhere in the apartment.
Basic Applications
Let's go through the main applications. Apple TV is the same cross-platform program that is now available on the iPhone, iPad, and Apple EM. All purchases are synchronized, and you can start watching a movie at any time - for example, on an iPhone, and then continue watching it on the same Apple TV. That is, all purchases will be synchronized with your account, and this is very convenient.
By the way, don’t forget that you can always stream content from any mobile device to a set-top box via AirPlay, and it’s very convenient and fast. I would say almost seamlessly.
The Photo application contains your entire media library, which is uploaded to the cloud and this is very convenient - especially when guests come to you and you want to show them something. Yes, with the advent of tvOS 13, the Apple Arcade service was launched, but we’ll talk about it a little later. There really is something to talk about there.
The Apple Music application again duplicates everything that is on your iPhone or iPad. This program is especially convenient when you have an activated Apple Music subscription, and you can access all the music tracks in the world.
Your entire media library will also be displayed here. It will be possible to play music not only on the TV itself, but also on devices connected to it - both wired and wireless.
Let's play some track from the Apple Music library. Of course, there is a karaoke option here. That is, the lyrics of the song are displayed depending on where the track is played.
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The Apple Store application contains adapted programs and games for the set-top box. That is, there is nothing here that will not run on Apple TV. And it's very convenient. There is also a tab with Apple Arcade.
What’s most interesting is that the downloaded application from your Apple ID will again be displayed on the purchase tab, but the adaptation will be for paid content. That is, what is not supported by your set-top box will not be displayed here, and this is convenient.
Let's try to launch the application. They seem to have introduced a new function that will display disease outbreaks and is completely adapted to the device.
Many people's favorite Youtube app. And here you will be disappointed - the Google application does not support the vp9 codec, and therefore the videos on Youtube with a resolution of not 4k, but Full HD. This whole thing could be compensated for by installing a browser, but there is no built-in browser - it can be inserted through certain instructions on the Internet.
But this is still not the case, and this browser will not support all the players that you can find on the Internet. That is, you won’t always be able to watch some site with pirated films, an incomprehensible player and a bunch of advertising.
Key Settings
Let's go through the key settings. Interesting “about this device”: here you can see the version of the operating system and the selected resolution. On the screensaver tab, you can select the type of screensaver - that is, not only what Apple itself offers, but also, for example, a home collection or a photo from the Apple ID library.
Here you can also select the frequency of downloading videos. As you can see, everything weighs a lot, but they are very high quality and that makes me happy. Apple also introduced a dark theme . For those who prefer it this way, it will be even more attractive.
Here you can configure the transition to sleep mode, there are settings for people with disabilities, as well as for those who want to more precisely configure the display of content on the display, set restrictions on video and audio content - where would you be without them.
As you can see, Siri is completely unavailable and cannot be activated in the Russian region. There is also a storage management tab where you can view a list of all installed games and programs, as well as delete them.
On the account users tab, you can add a new user - this is the cool feature that was announced. On the video and audio tab, you can configure these two components of the TV in more detail, as well as calibrate the system itself. On the remote controls and devices tab, you can see the current charge of the remote control - for me it is 53 percent.
Here you can connect wireless Bluetooth devices. And the saddest thing is that there is no way to connect two at the same time. This is not suitable for listening to, say, music or, most importantly, watching videos. This feature appeared recently, and I actively use it - both on the iPhone and on the iPad, but it is not available in tvOS 13.
This irritates me greatly, because I have to somehow get out of it or buy some kind of adapter, or paired headphones that receive a signal from the TV via Bluetooth and transmit it to each other via a radio channel. In general, this is annoying, and personally this moment from Apple disappoints me very much. It is unknown when this feature will appear.
On the applications tab, you can select auto-update settings, as well as the settings of certain programs themselves. On the system tab, you can update other options - if you were not automatically offered this before.
Now there is an option to watch the video through picture-in-picture mode , that is, you can continue playing, and a special icon will appear in the center, transferring the video to a small window. You can continue surfing the operating system, and also return to full-screen video playback mode at any time.
How to use Apple TV
The purpose of any set-top box is to absorb video content, so let’s talk about its main methods. The first and simplest one that Apple offers is purchasing movies and TV series through Apple TV. Films remain with you forever, within your account. Prices are basically humane.
An alternative may be rental - this is profitable, but not always, because the rental price is sometimes slightly lower than the purchase price. If the difference is big, then yes, it’s worth taking.
Also, do not forget about the rental conditions : after purchasing the film, you have a month to start watching. And after activating the video stream, you have 48 hours to watch the film to the end. Moreover, this can be done on any compatible Apple device. In any case, before you start renting, go and get acquainted with its terms and conditions on the official Apple website, so that later it will not be excruciatingly painful.
And just so you understand right away - the TV application contains all the video content of ripped iTuns, that is, there is something there that can be bought and rented. This is what comes with your Apple TV Plus subscription and payment.
If you expected Apple to subscribe to all video content located in the iTunes Store - like, for example, in Apple Music, when after activating the subscription absolutely all tracks are available to you, then you can’t even dream.
Apple provides subscription access to content that it exclusively produces with its own funds. And these are TV series, cartoons, documentaries, show films. And at the start it’s not a lot at all, but there are already announced series and films that will appear in the near future. Plus current series and shows are updated weekly.
We receive Russian titles, descriptions, subtitles, but do not receive the Russian language . That is, a Russian audio track - and this is sad. The list of languages is quite large, but at the moment there is no great and powerful one. And when he is expected there is also unknown.
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Still, in one children's program I found a Russian audio track, so hope dies last. And let's hope that in the future Apple will immediately produce shows, series and films in Russian, with Russian voice acting. In most cases, there are no special problems with Russian subtitles.
Subscription cost
The cost of a subscription in Russia is a little more than three bucks per month . 1 week free. And for those who bought a new Apple device after September 10, when it is activated within three months, an annual subscription is generally given. True, again, a Russian person has nothing special to watch at the moment - reading Russian subtitles is not an option.
And then it becomes clear where this unprecedented attraction of generosity comes from - there is very little content at the start . There was much more of it in Apple Arcade. But I’m interested in another question: will Apple, like Netflix, buy up the rights to films and TV series. It would just be a gun. And, of course, this whole thing has to do with the Russian language.
You can also stream PC content through the same plex. Then the set-top box will see and understand the mkv format hosted on a computer media server.
Apple TV and piracy
Well, about piracy, it’s here. There are content providers for films and TV series that provide access to an extensive library of content. But you must understand - this is not piracy in the classical sense, when everything is for free. You will still have to pay money for a subscription. On average, it works out to be about $20 a year.
But, I warn you: piracy is bad , and everyone decides for themselves whether to steal content or not. You must understand that in this case the content maker does not receive funds and cannot produce new cool TV series and films.
So I am against this and I strongly advise you not to do this. I told you all this for general development. And, you must admit, it’s a little strange when you still get pirated content for money – albeit for less.
Apple TV as a console
Regarding games, Apple TV can still act as a console. Previously, you had to be content with what was available in the Appstore adapted for Apple TV - these were mainly ports of games for iPhone and iPad. There are not very many games, but if you want, you can find a couple of interesting projects.
For example, I love racing and you can play the same Real Racing or Asphalt 8 . I won’t say that it’s very comfortable to play on the remote control, but for lack of anything else, it’s a fish even if there’s no fish. You can play with the remote control of such consoles - especially since there is an accelerometer, and, in principle, everything turns out just like on a smartphone. It's a pity that you won't play much shooters.
And then there are games like Hit Tennis 3, in which you can even stretch your legs and swing your arms. Here the impact force and direction are adjusted. It’s cool, albeit primitive, and not nearly as accurate as, for example, in the Oculus Quest controllers.
With the arrival of Apple Arcade in the space, Apple TV storage has finally begun to fill up rapidly. Moreover, as Apple promised, the library of subscription games, distributed on average from 3 to 6 dollars, is periodically filled up.
There is an important nuance: some games can only be launched from the remote control, some have support for controllers. That is, you can run it both from the remote control and from controllers - like Sony DualShock 4 from Playstation or Microsoft Xbox One S Wireless Controller.
And there are really cool games, and there are many of them, that can only be launched with a controller. More precisely, they will download and even launch, but then the remote control will not interact with the game interface. And this, of course, is offensive.
But, in any case, buying a used controller from a console will be cheaper than a console, and even more so games for it. And here you pay a meager subscription and play. The games are not super duper, I talked about this in a separate review.
Supports Apple TV and other controllers, for example, Steel Series , which is also compatible with iPhone and iPad. So now I can already call Apple TV a basic gaming console at minimum prices - especially if you have a controller.
It’s quite suitable - as an option for those who want to play something for half an hour in the evening, although the person himself is never a gamer. On the one hand, the Apple TV set-top box is not cheap compared to its peers. And most modern TV shells can perform a huge number of functions that Apple TV provides. And if there is still some Android 9, then that’s great.
On the other hand, this is a device that will fit perfectly into your Apple ecosystem, not as the first device, but as a subsequent device. And he, in fact, will share the capabilities of the huge TV screen with all those purchased things that you have in the Apple ecosystem.
And this could be an Apple Music subscription, it could be any movies and TV series purchased or rented from Apple TV, as well as a subscription to Apple TV Plus.
This console can also become a basic console with the Apple Arcade service. Now there really are a lot more games, especially if you also buy a controller. And, of course, it’s just a beautiful, convenient and functional thing – albeit not without its shortcomings.
You can describe your experience of using it in the comments so that newcomers would be interested in going there and reading. There you can add or correct something if I made a mistake somewhere.
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Wireless audio sync
If you want to wirelessly project audio output from your TV to an AirPlay-enabled device or Bluetooth speaker, use the Wireless Audio Sync feature to calibrate the audio on your TV. This ensures that you don't experience audio lag or other audio-related issues when streaming content on Apple TV.
The Wireless Audio Sync tool will use your iPhone to measure the time it takes your TV to play video and audio. For this to work, your Apple TV and iPhone must be on the same Wi-Fi network. Additionally, your iPhone must be running iOS 13 or later.
- Hold your iPhone close to your TV, go to Settings > Video & Audio, and select Wireless Audio Sync.
- You should see the "Wireless Audio Sync" window pop up on your iPhone. Click Continue to continue.
- Your TV will play a beep during the audio sync process. Wait a minute or two until you receive the "Audio Sync Complete" notification. Tap Done on your iPhone.
What about the music?
This is not only a set-top box, but also a chic player that meets all the newfangled trends. She owes this to the Music service, which is a real cloud storage replete with hits and not so popular masterpieces. The user has the opportunity to store his own collection.
iTunes Radio contains over two hundred radio stations... It has everything that a person close to music appreciates. Among others, there is a proprietary radio from Apple called Beats One. At the latter, the user expects:
- continuous broadcasting around the clock;
- the most current compositions of both live and digital music;
- the best DJs;
- selection of music by experts.
This web service is especially important for the device, because it is used primarily by those people who like the television or radio format. However, it can also attract computer connoisseurs with its versatility and innovative touch.
Reduce loud noise
This tvOS feature allows you to watch movies and listen to music without disturbing others. By turning on Reduce Loud Noise, your Apple TV will soften the sound effects in movies and songs. Consequently, this will minimize the volume without losing detail and overall sound quality.
Open the Apple TV Settings app, select Video & Sound, select Volume Down, and make sure it's set to On.
This feature will make your movie theater experience more enjoyable at night without waking up everyone in your house.
Set up the TV button.
By default, pressing the TV button once will take you to the Watch Now (or Next) tab in the Apple TV app. Pressing again will take you to the main screen. If you want the TV button to take you to the Home screen the first time you press it, change the behavior of the TV button in the remote control settings menu.
Go to Settings, select Remotes & Devices, and set the TV Button option to Home Screen.
Turn on automatic app updates and software updates.
It's very easy to install and add apps to your Apple TV. However, having to manually check for app updates in the App Store can be tedious and a waste of time. That's why you should set your Apple TV to automatically update an app whenever a new version becomes available in the App Store. It's also a good idea to set your Apple TV to automatically install new tvOS updates when they're available.
Enabling automatic app and software updates is an effective solution for troubleshooting Apple TV app problems, bugs, and errors.
Go to Settings, select Apps, and set Automatically update apps to On.
To enable automatic software updates, go to Settings > System > Software Updates and set Automatic Updates to On.
Best free apps
If you like cooking, you will probably be interested in Kitchen Stories. The latter contains many recipes. There is both a simple dish and an exquisite delicacy. Recipes are demonstrated with step-by-step instructions via video. It is especially convenient if the set-top box is located in the kitchen. If you have no experience, then the difference between cooking with and without application tips will be striking.
Zova
Zova will be an excellent fitness trainer at home. Will she replace an experienced specialist? Of course not. However, the service will demonstrate a coaching course, which will become detailed instructions, especially on a good TV. Many exercises can be useful for both beginners and experienced fitness people. Do you want additional functionality? It's worth integrating Zova with Siri Remote and Watch.
Plex
Plex media player is one of the most famous today. It is streaming and recently became available on Apple TV. Thanks to Plex, you can watch a lot of different types of content, including online broadcasts. The design and interface are nice and easy to use, and when compared to paid options, Plex looks very good.
Nat Geo TV
Nat Geo TV lets you watch a variety of National Geographic movies. You don't have to worry about missing your favorite TV series, feature films or documentaries. The playback combined with stability is impressive. Nat Geo TV should only be installed by those who are willing to watch something for a long time.
Asphalt 8: Airborne
Asphalt 8: Airborne is a great arcade racing game. There are over 180 different cars, including motorcycles. The race can take place not only on the road, but also outside it. Airborne has already been downloaded over 300 million times, which says a lot. Do you want to play on a gamepad? You can connect it! For interactive fun that you don't have to pay for, Asphalt 8 looks great, as do many other free set-top entertainment games like safari.
FOX NOW
Those who, being delighted with the FOX channel, are ready to watch local TV series for hours, should pay attention to FOX NOW. It allows you to watch content live and in good quality. FOX NOW will be especially convenient for those who don’t want to miss the premieres, of which there are so many on this TV channel. Fans of the series will surely be delighted!
Speedtest
Do you want to check your Internet speed? Speedtest is suitable, closing the top. It is quite popular, despite the fact that the device is usually fast and stable. Speedtest will show you whether there is a problem with the connection or the device itself.
In addition to the top applications listed, there are others that are not so common, but no less high quality. Apple TV is a promising platform, and therefore new programs will be constantly released for it. Are they expensive to use? Paid apps cost significantly more than their mobile counterparts. However, nothing prevents you from downloading free software, which is often no worse.
To make using a set-top box as comfortable as possible, it is better to use an appropriate remote control when watching, and a gamepad for interactive entertainment. Don’t forget about the width of the screen, which will directly determine the viewing experience.
Scaling and bold text
Do you have a small TV? Or is the TV screen far from the sofa or bed? Do you often have to squint your eyes to find objects or understand texts? There's currently no option to increase the size of Apple TV text, but making the text bold should help you see it better.
Go to Settings > Accessibility > Display and turn on bold.
If you're still having trouble seeing text, use the tvOS Zoom tool to zoom in on screen elements as you see fit.
Go to Settings > Accessibility > Zoom and turn on Zoom.
To zoom in on the content on your screen, tap the touch surface or touchpad on your Apple TV Remote three times in a row. This will enlarge the selected element on the screen. Repeat triple tap to zoom out.
To adjust the zoom level, double-tap and swipe with two fingers on the Touch Surface or Clickpad.
Quickly switch between applications
You can switch between apps on Apple TV without going to the Home screen. Simply press the TV button twice to launch the app switching mode.
Use the touchpad or directional buttons on your remote control to navigate left or right to the app you want to open. You can also force close apps from app switching mode.
Go to the app you want to close and swipe up on the Clickpad or Touch Surface until the app preview disappears from the screen. Press the Back or TV button to exit app switching mode.
How to use the tvOS web browser
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The developer did not update the application for the latest Apple TV 4K using Siri Remote. Therefore, there is no option to use the rotary control in this version of the tvOS browser. We'll update this article when a new version is released for the latest Apple TV 4K. Although you can still use this version using buttons.
There are two modes with which you can control the browser. Double-tap the center of the touch area (the center button in the new version) to switch between scrolling and cursor modes. A single tap on the touch area will open a quick menu where you can enter URLs, search Google, reload the page, or go back.
Double-tapping the center area will open an expanded section where you can see your history, open your favorite websites, clear your cookies, and more. Remember to clear your tvOS browser cache from time to time to prevent it from slowing down.
