The Apple TV 3 Network Media Player (3rd generation) is an excellent multimedia gadget that provides the user with rich functionality and excellent performance when working with online applications. This device, often referred to simply as a prefix, has not received mass distribution in Russia and the CIS countries. Many people are simply not familiar with the characteristics and capabilities of the set-top box, and we are ready to fill this annoying gap.

Full Apple review TV 3, a description of all the parameters and features of the work should expand your understanding of a promising media player. In order to fully realize the potential of the set-top box, you will need an Internet connection. Do not forget about this, without access to the network, the meaning of using a media player is lost. We have already had a brief introduction to what Apple TV is. Now let's take a closer look at all functionality branded accessory.

Contents of delivery

Apple TV 3 is sold in a small box inside which is the media player itself, a special remote remote control, power cable, as well as several leaflets (device description, user manual).

For the production of the case, high-quality wear-resistant plastic is used. The prefix has rather compact dimensions: 10 × 10 × 2.5 centimeters. The top panel has a glossy brand logo. The ends of the console are glossy, while top panel completely matte. A signal receiver from the remote control and a status indicator are mounted in the front panel.

Apple TV 3 connects to your TV using an HDMI connection. As an addition, the media player has an “Optical Audio” port that can be used to output sound in digital quality. There are no analog jacks on the console. In addition to the already listed ports on the rear panel there is a microUSB connector, a network interface (100 Mbps), and a connector for connecting the power cable.

The bottom of the media player is made of rubber, so there are no problems with stability and slipping. The ergonomic remote control includes the minimum number of necessary buttons, which are completely enough for comfortable control of the device. Let's continue the review of Apple TV 3 and consider the hardware features of the set-top box.

Hardware features

The device is capable of playing 1080p Full HD video without any problems. No brakes were observed. Detailed specifications the following:

Volume random access memory 512 MB

Built-in flash memory 8 GB

dual core Apple processor A5 (one core disabled)

PowerVR SGX 543MP2 graphics chip

Built-in Wi-Fi 802.11n

Supported codecs MPEG4, H.264

AVI, MOV, MP4, MP3, AAC, WAV, AC3 formats

Although one core is hardware disabled in the A5 processor, its performance is fully enough for high-quality Full HD video playback and for working with applications. The Apple TV 3 uses a radio module based on the Broadcom BCM4330 chip. The frequency of its operation is 2.4 or 5 GHz. Maximum speed up to 300 Mbps. The radio module does not directly affect the speed of the set-top box, but it is very important when broadcasting video over Wi-Fi.

The third generation set-top box model is available with iOS versions 5.1 (some models with iOS version 5.2). Let's continue the review of Apple TV 3 and find out the features of connecting the set-top box to the TV and its subsequent configuration.

TV connection and setup

Connecting to the TV does not take long. You require HDMI cable, with which you need to connect the corresponding connectors on the TV and set-top box. Availability HDMI port on your TV is a prerequisite for connection.

The settings menu includes six items. The "Basic" tab allows you to get information about the model, firmware, connecting new remote controls, network and other important points Apple work TV 3. The Screensaver tab is used to set options for displaying photos while playing music or when the set-top box is in standby mode. The user can configure the parameters of the company store iTunes Store, you can also specify maximum quality playing video and location.

In the "Audio and Video" section, hardware settings of the set-top box are made, such as resolution, Dolby Digital format, sound effects, and others. The next section is responsible for setting up AirPlay technology. This technology allows you to transfer video or audio information from supported iOS devices to the TV. AT last paragraph You can enable Home Sharing support. With this technology, you can pair multiple devices to share access to your iTunes library.

Multimedia features

In terms of functionality, the media player is aimed at those users who already own Apple products. For those who want to get an analogue of Smart TV from an ordinary TV, it is more reasonable to pay attention to smart set-top boxes. Further review of the Apple TV 3 will be aimed at getting to know the functionality of the set-top box.

One of the main ideas for using a media player is to conveniently view videos and music from the iTunes store. The prefix has a high-quality showcase of popular films and music. Its design fully adapts to the size of your TV screen. The user has the opportunity to buy films for multiple viewing, or rent them for one-time viewing within two days.

The new iTunes Radio service lets you listen to your favorite songs in high quality. Considering the possibility digital connection set-top boxes for home theater, this service is very useful. Apple TV 3 supports the ability to play music from your iTunes library on your computer, as long as it's connected to the same wireless network. Support for the YouTube service will appeal to users from Russia and the CIS, and there is also access to less popular video services.

AirPlay technology allows real-time broadcasting of content from mobile devices Apple on the TV screen. It works flawlessly, there are no problems with video freezing during broadcasting. Thus, it becomes clear the direction in which this media player can be comfortably used and the circle of people for whom it will be interesting.

The review of Apple TV 3 showed that the main audience of the device are the owners of other gadgets from Apple. If you do not mind paying 60-90 rubles for watching a movie in excellent quality or buying a movie for "eternal" access for 150-350 rubles, then this prefix It will suit you perfectly. The perfect symbiosis of Apple TV 3 with devices such as iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or Mac will suit many advanced users.

Ready to give up cable television and get rid of the flood of ads? With Apple TV, you can rent or buy high-quality movies, listen to podcasts, watch Netflix, Hulu, sports channels, view photos and listen to music from your computer, all from the comfort of your couch. Learn how to set up and use Apple TV in this article.

Steps

Part 1

Unpack your Apple TV. Install it next to the TV, you will also need a nearby outlet, and if you have wired Internet, then network cable.

• Don't stack your Apple TV on top of other appliances, and don't stack anything on your Apple TV either. This may cause the equipment to overheat and cause signal interference.

1. Connect an HDMI cable. Connect one end of the cable to your Apple TV (connector on the back of the set-top box), and connect the other end to your TV.

   • Note: This article describes direct connection to a TV. If you are using a receiver, please refer to the instructions for use. The receiver will be an intermediate link between the Apple TV and the TV.
   • Apple TV has a TOSLink digital audio output. If you use this standard, then connect one end of the cable to the Apple TV output and the other to the TV input.

2. Connect the Internet cable. If you have wired internet, connect it to your Apple TV.

   • Apple TV has a built-in WiFi standard 802.11 that can connect to a wireless network.

3. Connect the power cable. Once all cables are connected, plug your Apple TV into power.

   Turn on the TV. Immerse yourself in the world of Apple TV! On your TV remote, switch to the HDMI input that your Apple TV is connected to.

   • If this is the first Apple TV connection, the setup screen should appear. If it does not appear, make sure that the cables are connected correctly and that the the right source signal.

   Part 2

   Setting up your Apple TV

   1. Get familiar with the Apple Remote. All operations will have to be carried out using this remote control.

      • The black ring is used to move the cursor up, down, right, left.
      • The gray button in the center of the circle is used for selection.
      • Pressing the "Menu" button brings up the menu or returns to the previous screen.
        • Press and hold the "Menu" button to return to the main menu.
        • Press and hold the "Menu" button while watching a movie to access subtitles.
      • The "Play/Pause" button is only used for pause and playback.
      • Press and hold the "Menu" button and down arrow to reset Apple settings TV. During the reset, the status light on the set-top box should flash.
      • To create a pair between the remote control and the set-top box, press and hold the "Menu" right arrow button for 6 seconds. This will allow you to control the set-top box only from this remote and disable other remotes.
      • The App Store has a free app called "Remote" that takes full advantage of the Apple Remote. If you have an iPhone or iPad, this will be a great addition to your using Apple TV.
      • Apple Remote not is universal. You will need to use the TV or receiver remote control to change the volume on the TV and other functions.

   2. Connect to a wireless network. Using the prompts on the screen, select the network settings. If your wireless network hidden from others, then enter the name of the network. After selecting the network, enter the password (if available) and save the settings by clicking on the "Done" button.

      • If you are not using DHCP then you will need to enter the IP address, subnet mask, router address and DNS.

   3. Set up the Home Sharing feature. Use the Home Sharing feature to access music and video files on your computer.

      • Set up the Home Sharing feature. In the main menu, go to settings and select "Home Sharing". Enter your Apple ID and password.
      • Set up Home Sharing in iTunes. From the File menu, choose Home Sharing > Include Home Sharing. Enter the same Apple ID and password that you use with your Apple TV.

   Part 3

   Enjoy the content

   1. Browse great amount movies! FROM using iTunes on Apple TV, you have access to the latest movies in 1080p (v3) high definition or 720p (v2) resolution. You can watch the movie, rent it or buy it for your collection.

      • While virtually all content on iTunes is viewable, many movies are not available for rent in the first weeks after release. They can only be purchased, but a little later it will be possible to rent. Sometimes films are only available for rental or purchase.
      • Individual TV shows can only be purchased, although you can subscribe to the entire season. The current TV series on iTunes is usually delayed by a day or two from normal broadcast.

   2. Display mode from your iOS devices. With AirPlay, you can play movies and photos stored on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod Touch on your TV. You can also use your TV as a giant screen for your iPhone 4S or iPad.

   3. Use "Home Collection". With this feature, you can browse and play your entire iTunes library as well as all your playlists and even use the Genius feature. You can view photos using iPhoto on your computer, or simply transfer photos to display on your Apple TV Home Sharing.

      • To access music, movies, photos, and videos on your computer, go to the Apple TV main menu and go to Computers. Any type of content available on the computer will be displayed on the TV.
      • To access all music stored in iCloud using iTunes Match, click the orange Music button on the main screen menu.

The Apple TV 3 media player (model MD199) is a compact and versatile device that eliminates the use of video and audio cables and transforms conventional TV to the media center. Apple TV 3 is the third generation of the media player (Apple TV 3 Gen).

CONDITION: Used 100% tested and technically correct. Case without defects.

Thanks to AirPlay technology, any content from any Apple device (iPhone, iPad, MacBook) is transmitted "over the air" to any TV. You no longer need to copy photos and videos to a USB flash drive to show them on the big screen: just connect Apple TV to your TV and you get "wireless HDMI" for all your gadgets.

If you have an Apple ID, you can watch all Russian and foreign movies (in Full HD quality) from the iTunes store using Apple TV. A computer is not needed for this: all control is carried out using a miniature aluminum remote control that comes with Apple TV.

CHARACTERISTICS:

Model: MD199RU/A, MD199RS/A
CPU: Apple A5 (PowerVR SGX 543MP2), 1 GHz
Video and audio outputs: HDMI, S/PDIF (optical digital audio port)
Permission: 1920x1080 dots (Full HD 1080p) 60/50Hz
Network adapters: Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), 10/100 Ethernet, Bluetooth 4.0+EDR
AirPort: AirPort Extreme with AirPlay
Ports: Micro-USB (for service), IR receiver (for remote control)

Dimensions and weight:

Width: 9.8cm
Depth: 9.8 cm
Height: 2.3cm
Weight: 0.272 kg

Benefits of Apple TV 3 (A1469) over Apple TV 2 (A1378):

- support for Full HD (1080p) resolution versus HD Ready (720p) for the second generation;
- twice the amount of RAM (512 MB versus 256 MB);
— more powerful processor(Apple A5 vs Apple A4)
- support for all current Apple devices(including latest models iPhone and iPad 2016-2017 onwards).

Benefits of Apple TV 3 (A1469) over Apple TV 4 (A1513):

- the presence of an optical digital audio port (S / PDIF);
smaller, lighter and cheaper.

Manufacturer: Apple Inc, 1 Infinite Loop, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA. Made in China.

In this guide, we will talk about jailbreak Apple TV 3 and why you need to perform an operation on this device. For Apple TV 3 Jailbreak is performed using special utilities. Using one of them, you can view many online media services. You can also play music, watch movies, videos, or photos through your tvOS devices using the Airplay feature. Through Air Play Mirroring, you can stream and stream videos to your set-top box if you have new computer Mac. And not to mention, the Apple TV 3 user interface is currently arguably the best in the world, leading the competition by a wide margin.

While the Apple TV 3 has some really amazing features it can offer to every user, it doesn't take long to notice that compared to other similar set-top boxes it offers quite limited content. And you can't help but notice this fact unless you're really in the apple ecosystem. For example, compared to competitors, TV does not offer such a wide variety of channels. Broadcasting options are also very limited.

But still, despite some limitations, this does not mean that you cannot bypass them. There is a way to get a lot more content available, more features, and the most out of your Apple TV 3. You just need to perform the jailbreak procedure.

The very term Apple TV 3 Jailbreak can sound a little intimidating. But this is not the case, because we are not talking directly about hacking. It's just about getting access to tvOS Apple TV 3. Apple TV 3 jailbreak is a popular method to bypass tvOS restrictions. While many people may question its legitimacy and safety, that won't stop you from doing it. In addition, jailbreaking a tvOS device is not that difficult (if you know the algorithm of actions and strictly follow it).

In general, the procedure is very easy. Its implementation will not be difficult for everyone who has installed software on a PC at least once. The operation is safe for the device itself and should not cause negative consequences. Therefore, do not worry about anything and repeat the steps suggested below.

Why hack Apple TV 3?

The first question that may arise in your mind about the jailbreak - what will this operation give? Is it worth it and will it be harmful to the device? By performing this simple operation, you will significantly expand the capabilities of the set-top box. Until then, its functions will be limited to playing only standard types of music and video.

If at If you want to stream media to your TV using Apple TV 3, iTunes is required. In other words, you are limited by the type of media and apps chosen by Apple. This applies to software available in the official store iTunes. In addition, it is possible to install popular applications such as XBMC, which will make it much easier to stream digital content to your home network.

Know that after doing jailbreak Apple TV 3, none of the "native" programs will be erased. And none of the features included in the operating system. won't disappear. In other words, you'll be able to shop for premium movie rentals through iTunes and access some video streaming apps like Netflix.

Benefits of Hacking Apple TV 3

The result of hacking depends on the original goals. Let's say if you wanted to expand the functionality of Apple TV 3, then you will undoubtedly achieve this. And if at the same time you have a huge library with media files, installation XBMC or another manager will allow you to view any type of content.

If you want to access streaming video, you will need to install XBMC and a Plex server.
But if you want to access all free tv episodes from popular networks movies such as NBC, SyFy, FXmYSAmThe ​​CW, ABC… It would be nice to install the Bluecop repository which will be installed in XBMC and this will allow access to all free TV spots from popular TV networks.

Also, if you're interested in changing the navigation menu layout, changing some other options, or adding other custom backgrounds, then hacking will get it all. In addition, there are many other benefits that you will get by simply having this operation. It will only take a few minutes of your time. After the jailbreak, the device will have no restrictions and will be able to support and play all file formats. This is really a recommended thing that everyone simply has to decide on. user .

How to jailbreak Apple TV 3?

The method of performing the operation on the "apple" TV does not carry anything complicated. Any user will complete the process in no time using Pur Jailbreak Apple TV 3 Tool. You do not need to have advanced technical knowledge - you only need to use the instructions below. The method has been tested and confirmed that it should not take more than ten minutes.

At present, it is quite obvious that the third generation of TVs from the company in question is already available on the market. And if you didn't know, we inform you that main reason this - free tool jailbreak for Apple TV 3. If you think about what is the best media player in the world, you can no doubt decide that this is Apple TV 3. And all this is because the set from the "apple" allows you to watch movies, play videos, listen to music directly from your tvOS device.

And the only requirement to access the content is to download it from the firm's online resource. In addition, if you choose to subscribe to the Netflix server, you will be able to watch the world's best TV series. But if you decide to jailbreak, you also have many other options. After jailbreak, you can easily install the latest and best apps, services and systems in the "apple" TV 3. And all this is completely free. If you are interested in jailbreaking Apple TV 3 then just follow the instructions below.

Instructions for Jailbreaking Apple TV 3

Start download software . Unzip it on your computer and install. The jailbreak tool is compatible with both Mac and Windows computers.

• After running the tool, select "Generate IPSW" and proceed with Jailbreak for Apple TV 3.
• Once the IPSW has been created, open this IPSW file on your device.
• Connect your Apple TV 3 using a USB cable to connect to your computer. While doing this make sure you leave Power Disconnected and after that just press Play/Pause for about 5-10 seconds.
• As soon as you complete the previous step, the device will start the process automatic reboot. Once it is completed, your Apple TV 3 will be successfully jailbroken.
  All the steps above are quite simple and easy to follow. We are absolutely sure that you will not have any with hacking the Apple TV 3 and carrying out the procedure yourself.

many users have already managed to jailbreak their Apple TV 3. Just download the free tool and try it yourself. Why limit your Apple TV 3 to only cloud content when you can access all kinds of media and streaming content for free. Hacking Apple TV 3 - perfect solution. Do not postpone the operation for the future and do it right now.

Overview of the Apple TV (fourth generation)

Contents of delivery

• Console
• Network cable
• Remote control
• Lightning cable
• Documentation

We deal with the new Apple TV set-top box, not updated, but new - yes, you can still rent a movie for the evening, but you can also install karaoke if you wish and sing on TV, or play, or watch Comedy Club and the series "Fizruk" ...

Positioning

When you tell or show someone the capabilities of Apple TV, they may immediately object, they say, because advanced people have all this modern TVs and without any set-top boxes, there are Smart TV, Android TV and other shells that can make it possible to play or buy movies in third-party services. All this is so. But there are at least a few reasons to buy an Apple TV:

• If you have enough good tv, but without any shells.
• If you have a perfectly good TV, there is a shell, but it does not suit you.
• If you have been using iTunes for a long time, there are hundreds of films, music albums in the library and you would like to easily run all this content on your TV, rent films.
• If you want to play games on your TV, but you have never done it and there are doubts about the convenience of this process, then you should definitely try Apple TV.

There are other reasons as well, but they may seem a bit far-fetched - I would recommend the Apple TV to anyone who loves OS X and iOS and wants something equally sleek and thoughtful for themselves. big screen in the house. I would recommend Apple TV to girls, it has been empirically established that they instantly master the remote control, programs for the set-top box, start watching TV shows - I don’t know how this would happen with Android TV. Maybe so, maybe not. I would recommend the Apple TV for family entertainment, the game of chicken may seem cruel, but there are other games out there. For example, Shadowmatic perfectly develops spatial thinking, but Asphalt does not develop anything, but it’s very cool to drive in turns.

In general, I would recommend everyone to try the updated Apple TV, it’s a pity that you can’t rent it. Well, prices in Russia are now cruel. When you remember how much the old Apple TV cost, a tear of nostalgia immediately appears. Okay, let's not be sad, but rather let's see what the updated console is.

Design, construction

It’s a pity that Apple forgot to put an HDMI cable in the kit, I seem to have a lot of cables at home, but they all turned out to be occupied - they could well not be stingy, it’s not very expensive (to put it mildly). The kit includes a remote control, a network cable, a set-top box, a strap for the remote control is inserted into the Lightning connector, and you also need to buy it separately. But in the kit there is a Lightning cable for charging the remote control, yes, there is now such a plug. As you can see in the photo, the branded iPhone stand can also be used for the remote control. The operating time of the remote control is several months when used in normal mode, which is good, you don’t need to think about the state of the battery all the time, you don’t need to buy batteries, the built-in battery will probably work for several years. I must say right away that many existing joysticks can be used with Apple TV, in a couple of days we will post a video review where we try to connect and use one of them - go to this material, there will be a video.

Accordingly, this gives hope for the emergence of many other accessories for Apple TV, such as small keyboards, advanced joysticks and who knows what else. If tvOS continues to develop, the developers' imagination should be enough for the most unprecedented add-ons. After all, there are already good races, the already mentioned Asphalt, so why not make some simple steering wheel? Racing after all good, bright. The branded remote can be used, but not very convenient. I note that you need to hold it by the tips and imagine that this is not a remote control, but a steering wheel, turn from side to side - the car is moving. You need to get used to it, but then everything will turn out naturally and easily. The touchpad also takes some getting used to, but then rewinding in films is a pleasure, it is very easy to select the right moment, quickly rewind to Right place, step back, repeat - easy, elegant, great! But at first, the set on virtual keyboard makes you wince. Out of habit, you skip letters, move your finger faster than necessary, miss, miss again, but damn you! Little by little he manages to get used to it. Then, I also found another problem at the very beginning, Apple TV is demanding on the quality of Wi-Fi. We tried to use "Iota" - it was not possible to log into the account, we tried to connect to the iPhone operating in modem mode - nothing happened either. The set-top box connected to the home access point instantly, and you can find it (the point) on the TV screen or configure it with iPhone, put it on your Apple TV, and voila, the settings are transferred. Well, then only the remote control will help you, the plump black box can be hidden away.

Compared with previous version the set-top box has become larger, the connector for connecting the optical cable has disappeared, but everything else remains the same. Here full list connectors and more:

• HDMI 1.43;
• Supports Wi-Fi 802.11ac with MIMO technology;
• 10/100BASE-T Ethernet port;
• IR receiver;
• USB-C for service and support;
• Built-in power supply.

If suddenly you have a desire to take screenshots, you will need a USB-C - USB cable, connect to Macbook Pro, turn on QuickTime Player, and the image from the TV appears there. Unfortunately, I did not find such a cable, so I shot it with a camera. I repeat, a detailed video about the menu, applications and more will soon appear.

The remote control itself is a complex device. There is an IR sensor for controlling the volume on the TV, and Bluetooth 4.0 for communicating with the set-top box, Lightning for charging, an accelerometer and a gyroscope, a glass touch pad, you can not only move your finger on it, but also press it. In some games, there's a difference between swiping in the center or swiping in the edge and that's where the emphasis is; impressions after working with the touch surface - as after using other Apple technology, such as iPhone or iPad.

Operating system

Capabilities operating system in the long term they are very good, but even now the device is not perceived as something unfinished, raw, neither I nor those to whom I gave the prefix to try it had such a feeling. On the contrary, the thing is perceived extremely positively. If you already had an Apple TV and you are used to renting movies there, then you can do it here too, only along the way you can install RuTube, watch Dances or TV shows, many people like Comedy Club - you can watch Comedy. There are also 2x2, only the choice of series is limited. I personally am waiting for the Amediateki application to calmly watch new series of my favorite TV series, movies on TV - by the way, there are very good selection cinema, there are many things that you will not find anywhere else. The choice of applications is already great, here you have The Nat Geo TV, and HBO NOW, and news, and YouTube - you know, you can hang out there for a day if you wish. All applications are reminiscent of counterparts for iOS, that is, these are video directories, choose and watch. The quality is good, I use Apple TV with an old Samsung TV, except for Full HD, there is not much to boast about.

Yes, if suddenly there are karaoke lovers among you, there is karaoke here. I myself am not a fan, but I was told that karaoke works effectively here, and it is better for fans of this business not to talk about such an opportunity for Apple TV. And for singing there is not one, but several programs.

If a soundbar or other acoustic system, you can listen to purchased music or use Apple Music, while meeting with friends is great. A TV in the living room, a table in the living room, everything is logical - especially since music can work in a number of applications. Listening to Igor Nikolaev and playing Crossy Road is possible. True, in some programs this cannot be done, either this is a bug, or voice acting will be possible everywhere.

Yes, I can't help but notice that there is also Mixcloud, a program with mixes, different music formats - it's quite possible to listen for days on end, without stopping.

That is, if earlier Apple TV was limited to the music you bought (I exaggerate, but nevertheless), now there are no boundaries. The entire iTunes library is at your disposal thanks to Apple Music, there are applications like MixCloud, there are catalogs of Internet radio stations for Apple TV.

Moving on to films, all purchased films are available for download and viewing, some can be rented. Contrary to popular belief, this does not apply to all tapes - for the most part, new items can only be bought, no rental. For example, now "Everest" is sold for 349 rubles in HD, 199 rubles in SD, it's better to take it in HD, but it's even better to raise your ass from your chair and walk to the cinema. Here, Everest is much better to watch than at home. But "Agents of A.N.K.L" can already be bought for 349 rubles, and rented for 99 rubles - a good offer.

Either way, iTunes prices are reasonable, and if you're buying an Apple TV, you should be prepared for paid content. I know that most of the readers are already used to paying for books, music and films, but, nevertheless, there are those who do not understand where the money goes and why you need to pay for "air". This is always a personal choice of everyone, and we will not discuss the topic of paid content here, I will only note that in Russia people still show unexpected enthusiasm for services - there are much more of those who want to receive a quality service and are ready to pay for it. In the case of iTunes on Apple TV, there are no questions about the service itself, the previously purchased movie was downloaded in a minute, the quality is excellent, and the sound too. If you slide your finger down touch panel, the audio menu will appear, where you can select the audio track, subtitles, through which device the sound will be played.

As in the case of the previous set-top box, it is possible to transfer pictures to Apple TV from the device, the quality is so-so. Tried to transfer the image from MB Pro.

In addition to programs, audio and films, there are also games. And here, besides Crossy Road and Asphalt, there are also Shadowmatic, Rayman, Manticore Rising, Guitar Hero. I think it will be possible to separately write about ten good games for Apple TV at the end of the month, but for now I will say that the programs are made intelligently, they are interesting to play even for me - most of the things here are arcades, but this does not detract from their merits. In the same Crossy Road, it's great to play in a company when everyone around is trying to tell you to snatch the remote control to play on your own.

And so, now imagine that all this is on your TV. It has become much more functional, don't you think? Yes, I used to be able to easily buy Interstellar and watch it with my family while relaxing after a busy day. But now there is an easy, understandable and simple access to programs of very different directions and with a variety of content - we can already not only choose Interstellar, but also watch latest release"Dancing", if you feel like it. And there is no need to carry a laptop, transfer an image from an iPad or iPhone, or complicate life in other ways.

Performance and Specifications

The prefix is ​​available in two versions, 32 and 64 GB, as I understand it, Apple made a version for those who will install a lot of applications, and a version for those who install the main one and calm down, will not experiment. Of course, there is a difference in price, 13,990 and 17,990 rubles. As far as I heard, there is currently a limit for the size of applications, it is 200 MB, in the future it may be removed. A lot could change for Apple TV in the future. For example, now the desktop repeats the design of the first Apple TV, although it would be better to emphasize the continuity of tvOS and iOS and allow the user to simply put all the icons on the desktop, if they want to add widgets there, as in Android - now the navigation is frankly stupid, go to the desired item the first time i still can't do it. You will definitely go somewhere in the wrong place, there is also a remote control that “helps”, an extra movement, and immediately somewhere left the desired menu item. While the search for Siri in Russian does not work, that's when it appears, it will be of help.

Apple, as always, took care of people with disabilities. Press the Menu button three times, and VoiceOver turns on, voicing menu items, here is a list of all Accessibility items:

• Voiceover;
• Increase;
• Bold font;
• Increase in contrast;
• Reduced movement;
• Support for closed captioning and subtitles for people with hearing impairments;
• Keyboard shortcuts (I don't quite understand about this).

A little about video and audio formats:

• H.264 video up to 1080p, 60fps, High or Main Profile level 4.2 or lower;
• H.264 video, Baseline Profile 3.0 or lower with AAC-LC audio up to 160 kbps, 48 ​​kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov formats;
• MPEG-4 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640x480 pixels, 30 fps, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 kbps, 48 ​​kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4 and .mov formats;
• HE- AAC (V1), AAC (16 to 320 kbps), Protected AAC (for iTunes Store files), MP3 (16 to 320 kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3 and 4) ), Apple Lossless, AIFF and WAV, Dolby Digital 5.1 and Dolby Digital Plus 7.1.

Let me remind you once again that Apple TV is sensitive to the quality of the Internet connection, you can connect to the network both via Wi-Fi and using an Ethernet cable, this method seems to me an anachronism. Although you can retort - the speed and reliability of the cable connection is higher. Well, if you don't mind another cable in the living room, it's up to you.

The heart of Apple TV is the A8 processor with 64-bit architecture, the set-top box works quickly, the transition from section to section is fast, the only drawback is the lack of thumbnails for some films on home page, but there is already a problem with tvOS. For all the time of use, there were no crashes of applications, I would like to get some kind of intelligible menu of running applications, as in iOS.

conclusions

Let me remind you that the price is 13,990 and 17,990 rubles, a good gift for New Year and for any other holiday. The whole family will be able to use Apple TV, and there is something to do for dad, mom, and kids. I hope, albeit somewhat chaotically, told about the main features of this interesting device. I remember how they “broke” the first Apple TV, used it to watch movies, after so many years in the living room there is a device completely in the spirit of the century - everything is on the network, and it’s a sin not to use it. If you want to upgrade (sorry) your TV, Apple TV will do just fine.

P.S. As promised, I will write about the programs and games used on Apple TV separately.