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Apple TV 4K Gets A19 Chip and New Siri AI
Apple has unveiled the next-generation Apple TV 4K media player. The updated device features a more powerful processor, AI-powered Siri and expanded smart home controls. As a result, Apple TV 4K is designed not only for watching movies and TV shows, but also for controlling smart devices throughout the home from a single hub.
The new Apple TV 4K is equipped with an A19 processor instead of the previous generation’s A15 Bionic. According to Apple, the chip increases central processing unit (CPU) speed by up to 50%, while graphics processing unit (GPU) performance improves by up to twofold. Another new feature is a dedicated hardware decoder for the AV1 format. This technology helps stream compatible video content more efficiently.
One of the new model’s main features is support for Siri AI powered by Apple Intelligence. The voice assistant provides a full-screen interface for searching for movies and TV shows, can carry on a conversation and answer questions about the content being watched. When a compatible iPhone that supports Apple Intelligence is connected, Siri can also take the user’s personal context into account. For example, it can help find suitable content based on recommendations mentioned in messages.
Three microphones are built into Apple TV 4K itself. This means the remote is not required for issuing voice commands. The design of the Siri Remote has not changed, but if it is lost, users will be able to play a sound and use Precision Finding features to locate it.
The new Apple TV 4K supports connecting four HomePod mini 2 or second-generation HomePod speakers at the same time. The system determines where the speakers are positioned and adjusts audio delays and levels to suit the room. There is one caveat: the front and rear speaker pairs must be the same model. This is important for the surround sound system to work properly.
Apple TV 4K can be used to control compatible smart home devices, run automated routines and receive notifications from security cameras. As a result, in addition to expanding the television’s capabilities, the media player becomes part of Apple’s smart home ecosystem.
The new Apple TV 4K is now available for preorder. Sales are scheduled to begin on November 13. The device is priced at $299.