By Jivan Hall
Because there are no buttons on the device itself, you may have wondered how to turn off your Apple TV. Well, technically you can’t (unless you unplug it). But you can put it to sleep at any time, which is essentially the same thing. In this tip we’ll show you how using your Apple TV remote control.
By Olena Kagui
Did you know that you can enjoy Apple TV on Fire TVs and stream it via FireStick? In this article, I will teach you how to get Apple TV on FireSticks so that you can enjoy even more movies and shows. Since most Apple purchases come with a free year of Apple TV subscriptions, you’ll want to make sure to get the most out of it!
By Conner Carey
What is Chromecast? It’s Google’s equivalent to AirPlay. Except you need the very reasonably priced Chromecast ($35) to stream content from your iPhone, iPad, or computer. If you need a solution for easily streaming Netflix or Hulu on your TV, setting up and installing Chromecast is a great way to go and is significantly more affordable than the Apple TV. Chromecast setup isn’t hard to complete. But it takes more than just plugging it in to figure out how to set up Chromecast. We’ll make your Chromecast setup easy with how-to steps and photos below. Here’s how to connect Chromecast to your TV.
By Olena Kagui
Many Roku users have wondered if they can enjoy Apple TV and Apple TV Plus on their Roku devices. Most newer Roku media players are compatible with the Apple TV app so that you can easily set it up and start watching. Here’s how to do it.
By Jivan Hall
If you use Apple TV at all, you have probably noticed the beautiful aerial drone footage screensavers. While these are very cool, many users want to know how to choose a different Apple TV screensaver, or better yet, how to use photos as a screensaver on Apple TV. We'll walk you through the options and how to set a new Apple TV screensaver.
Warmer weather has us spending more time outside, and sometimes we bring our favorite devices along. But is your iPhone waterproof? What if you splash water on your Mac? Spilled water on Apple keyboard? Do you need a waterproof iPad case? Can you wear an Apple Watch in the pool? I'll answer all these questions and tell you how to dry your wet phone or other Apple device safely!
By Todd Bernhard
Before the recently enhanced Apple TV was introduced, rumor sites speculated that Apple might actually make large-screen television sets and embed its Apple TV intelligence into them. I was never a fan of that strategy. TV sets are fragile and bulky, and Apple doesn't need to get into that business. For several years, I have relied on an Epson projector connected to an Apple TV for my home entertainment. I've never looked back since I set up the home theater system. My screen is as large as my wall, which is far bigger than any TV set at Best Buy. I mounted the Epson projector to my wall and painted the screen-side of the wall with a special paint to make the image even better.
By Sarah Kingsbury
Should you upgrade to Apple's $1,000 new iPhone X or defend your dollars and opt for one of the more reasonably priced iPhone 8 models? Sarah and David fiercely debate this point in the 66th episode of the iPhone Life Podcast following Apple's tenth-anniversary event. The team also analyzes the significance of the tech giant's other big updates, from the cellular-enabled Apple Watch Series 3 to the 4K Apple TV.
By Erin MacPherson
When you want to show others your videos and photos on your iPhone or iPad, or you’re watching a streaming service (such as Apple’s new TV+) on a handheld device, often the small screen just won’t do. That's when you need to mirror your iPhone to your TV Fortunately, there are several easy ways to connect an iPhone or iPad to the biggest screen in your home.
By Olena Kagui
You don't have to wait for the fall release of tvOS 15 to enjoy the ability to use your HomePod mini as a default speaker, spatial audio support, SharePlay, and new Siri controls. You can install the public beta of tvOS 15 today! I will walk you through the steps and explain the risks involved in enrolling in the Apple Beta Software Program.
By Conner Carey
There's an Apple TV remote app available for download in the iTunes Store, but if your iPhone is running iOS 11 or later, you don't need it; your iPhone's Control Center automatically includes the Apple TV Remote app. The iPhone remote control feature is super convenient, especially if you've lost your Apple TV remote or want to use your iPhone keyboard to enter text in the search field on your Apple TV instead of slowly and painfully swiping through one letter at a time with your remote. Here’s how to set up the Apple TV Remote in your iPhone's Control Center to operate your Apple TV.
By Hallei Halter
Occasionally your Apple TV may start glitching or freeze, and need a restart. The Apple TV doesn't have a power button, but you can still restart it. Here are three easy ways to restart or reboot your Apple TV.
By August Garry
Today at its Spring Loaded event, Apple announced the Apple TV 4K 2021, among a bevy of other new products and services. The new Apple TV features an A12 Bionic chip, high frame rate HDR support, color balance technology, and a much-needed redesigned Siri remote. Sports fans and iPhone videographers in particular should be excited about this new installment in the Apple TV line, as well as anyone who has ever wanted to throw their Apple TV Siri remote across the room. Let's take a closer look at these new features before you decide whether you're in or out.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
What is the best color setting for a TV? Whether you've asked this question before, or it's never crossed your mind, color balance is a key part of one's enjoyment of a television. Not only can it ensure your personal comfort by making sure things aren't too far on one spectrum or another, but the correct color balance can also ensure you're watching exactly what the show or movie creators had in mind. Starting with iOS14.5, tvOS offers a color balance option. All you need is your iPhone. TV color balance has never been easier!
By Erin MacPherson
Each Apple TV update brings bug fixes, better functionality, and a generally better tvOS software experience. We recommend keeping your Apple TV updated to the latest software, and to do that you'll either need to perform a manual Apple TV software update or set the latest Apple TV update to occur automatically whenever a new tvOS version is available. We'll show you how to do both!
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Where is iTunes on my Mac? This might be a question you're asking if you have just updated to MacOS Catalina or later, or switched from a PC to a Mac. Apple replaced the music part of iTunes with Apple Music at the end of 2019, so while many people have made the transition already, first-time Mac owners or the newly updated might be feeling anxious about where their music went, and worry it's hidden behind a paywall. While it is true that Apple Music has replaced iTunes in the latest MacOS updates, you're still able to access your old library for free, and can still buy individual songs and albums instead of paying for the subscription service. Here are the answers to all your questions about the Apple Music/iTunes switch including how does Apple Music work, who can get the current iTunes version, and what about non-music content?
By Erin MacPherson
Apple Fitness Plus is an excellent way to stay on top of your fitness from home and to add fresh new workouts to your exercise routine at the gym. We've shown you how to find and sign up for Apple Fitness Plus, and now we'll go over how to start a Fitness Plus workout.
By Sarah Kingsbury
Tim Cook kicked off today's virtual Apple event with a nod to Earth Day by giving a rundown of Apple's progress toward its goal of being entirely carbon neutral by 2030. While previous virtual announcements felt stilted and unevenly paced, today's event went in the opposite direction, with the camera swooping around the Apple campus, colorful graphics darting across the screen, and Tim Cook cosplaying Tom Cruise in Mission Impossible. Overall it was a packed hour with lots of exciting product announcements. Here's our rundown of everything Cook and team introduced today, including M1 iMacs, the surprise addition of the M1 chip to the iPad Pro, a new Apple TV 4K with redesigned Siri remote, the long-awaited AirTag Bluetooth tracker, subscription tiers in Apple Podcasts, an Apple Card for the whole family, and a purple iPhone 12.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
When is the next Apple keynote? Apple has officially announced an April 20 event, and it looks like we could be seeing AirTags, AirPods 3, a new iPad Pro, the iPad mini 6, Apple TV 6, a new iMac design, and AirPods Pro. So let's dive into these possibilities of what we could be seeing on Tuesday.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
February is Black History Month, so Apple is celebrating by offering curated content featuring Black creators across all their platforms. From Music, to News, to even a Black Unity Apple Watch band collection, here are all the different features Apple is promising.
