Apple TV is INCREDIBLE when you know how to use it! (Tutorial & TVOS 17)
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Chapters
0:00 - Intro
0:48 - The Siri Remote
2:29 - Organising your Home Screen
3:50 - Finding something to watch
7:32 - The Apple TV App
9:19 - Playback controls
11:04 - Control Centre
13:00 - Extra Apple apps
13:42 - Settings
16:22 - FaceTime
17:12 - Force Quit Apps
17:27 - Choosing an Apple TV
18:49 - End
Correction - the first Apple TV remote was made of aluminium and glass, not plastic.
technically the original was all aluminium, then the aluminium and glass black one. and now the one we have is all aluminium again
@@PISCINAPARTYPAPI Technically the remote you’re referring to was never a “Siri” remote. It was simply called Apple Remote. There’s only been 3 generations of Siri Remote. The 1st Gen was like the remote in the video that had the white ring. The 1st Gen was updated to in order to *remove the ring, but it was still a 1st Gen. The 2nd Gen introduced the aluminium remote we are used to seeing now. The 3rd Gen is identical to the 2nd Gen, but the Lightning port was replaced with a USB-C port. *add
@@JBaby_9783 that’s what I said just not like that
Yes, you are correct. There have been 4 gens of Apple TV remote. The first one in 2009 was all aluminum and had a replaceable non-rechargeable battery. The subsequent 3 generations in 2015, 2017 and 2021 were referenced as Siri remotes, and had BT as well as IR, with rechargeable batteries. There was an Apple Remote introduced in 2005 to support Front Row on iMacs and Mini that was all plastic, and could be used with early gens of Apple TV.@@PISCINAPARTYPAPI
@@Jeremy-3ds You’re right thanks! I hated the ring. I liked the concave button better.
For me the integration with the AirPods is the best feature of all. They link flawlessly and the spatial audio is very nice.
That feature alone makes the ATV justify the price tag
@@rogiersmit I too enjoy watching TV while I cruise around on my ATV.
Me and my wife will watch movies/tv sometimes with AirPods on so we don’t wake the sleeping baby. So nice how you can easily link two sets of AirPods
Yes, this is what prompted me to get Apple TV to start with. However for me it doesn't work flawlessly at all. Sometimes my pods auto connect, sometimes I get a message apple tv has detected them and sometimes apple tv ignores them and I have to connect via settings. In all cases I put in the pods before turning on my apple TV. If anyone knows how to ensure auto connect I would be very grateful.
This is one of the reasons why I’m considering getting one I think you can also use your ps5 through the Apple TV meaning able to use AirPods as your headset for gaming.
Two additional tips: 1. With the current remote, clicking on the Right or Left arrows of the navigation ring will skip the content forward or backward. The amount it moves depends on the app. For instance, KZheadTV skips 15 seconds with each click. 2. Changing the Keyboard Layout (Settings -> General -> Keyboard Layout) from Linear to Grid makes it MUCH easier to navigate the on-screen keyboard to enter text.
Omfg!! Did not know about number two!!
I have a question about 1. so I currently have an apple tv with the new remote and going forward/backwards on KZhead videos doesn’t work as easily as it used to be on the previous remote anymore. Previously it was like you described but on the new one you always have to swipe up, then right/left and then hit OK instead of just clicking on the left/right side. Is there a setting you know of that fixes this?
@@MikeyBarca02 I have noticed the same thing. I have the original Siri remote. Prior to multiple updates skip back/skip forward would work easily every time but now sometimes all it does is just pause the video. On other apps, I have to ask siri to go back “what did she/he say?” But the feature does not work on youtube.
Thanks for the grid hint. I‘m usually grab my iPhone‘s remote which allows to type text more conveniently, but sometimes it‘s not at hand, and the grid keyboard is more convenient in this case, instead go and getting the iPhome 😊
@@jimmyboy1582 oh wow they even removed it on the prior remote too now? At least it was working there, but now it works nowhere.. I just hope KZhead on Apple TV gets an upgrade that makes use of apples remote
Nice little tip, but if you double tap the remote (no click) while the video progress bar is visible it will tell you what time it is and how late it will be when the video is complete.
This was excellent, Apple should pay you a ton of money to have this video installed on every box and made available from a new Getting Started tile which they should definitely add.
Lmao 🤣 apple 🍎 will release a new Apple TV and blow this one away…..
I couldn’t agree more.
Yeah, definitely this helped me a lot!
Its just a streaming box ,theyre pretty straight forward .
@@skyarsenallll no one said they weren't straight forward…
One of the best videos I’ve ever seen on the Apple TV. Tons of information, presented in a very concise, down to earth manner. Awesome!
One feature you missed which is a must have for me is the Match Content option in the video settings. If that is on and your TV is compatible it streams video at the frame rate and resolution of the content, otherwise the Apple TV converts it to whatever your Apple TV is set to. If you have a mix of content, for example movies at 24 frames a second, UK and North American TV shows which have different frame rates everything streams without annoying jitters, which can be really obvious on panning shots for example. Many of the apps honour the setting too, so Netflix and Plex will match. The main exception is the KZhead app that resolutely converts everything to the overarching setting of the Apple TV.
Excellent and informative introduction to the Apple TV 4K. A couple of things that I particularly like about this steaming box that you didn’t mention is the scrolling feature to quickly and accurately fast forward or reverse on many of the apps. I also think the ability to switch quickly and easily between various different apps is another big benefit of the ATV4K box and provides much greater flexibility than using the built in apps on a smart tv or an Amazon fire stick for example where you have to completely exit one app before accessing another.
Old Siri Remote is not made if plastic, it's actually glass, i know because my 3yr old smashed 4 of them
Very cool video. One thing that I love about the Apple TV that I suggest you to add, is the screen saver with those amazing videos!!
Love the FaceTime option. We’ve always used screen mirroring to FaceTime with family. This should be much easier.
A vital setting to turn on is 'match content' in the video and audio settings, turn that on for frame rate and HDR. It then instructs the TV to alter frame rate and turn on/off HDR based on the content you are watching for smooth playback.
This feature makes my TV go back for two seconds before video plays. At least on KZhead. However, with it off hard to see, there is a lag.
@@jimmyboy1582 that is your tv changing its settings to match the frame rate of the content being played. You may miss a couple seconds at the start but you will have smooth playback with no tearing/judder etc and it will be playing at the frame rate the director/creator desired.
@@bragg2012 I know it took me a while to research it I wish it was instantaneous.
The latest Apple TV 4K doesn’t do this anymore 👍🏻
Everyone I talk to at my same age, younger, or older, it doesn’t matter. No one seems to understand how amazing the Apple TV is.
ONE menu item I use ALL the time in YT. When I'm scrolling and found a video to watch - you long press the track pad button before you open the video - a menu pops up & you can "Save to Watch Later" & a few other things - Very Very Handy.
With the gen 2 Siri Remote, you can also use the outer touch ring to scroll quickly backwards and forwards like on an old iPod. Some apps don’t yet support, but Netflix for example does, and it’s great!
Anything using Apple’s OSD controls (as they all should) use this feature and I love it. Just keep your finger over the outer touch ring until the onscreen marker changes and you can roll trough the timeline. Thank for mentioning this @carps194
One function you missed. The Apple tV can be used as an additional display from a Mac. It an also be used to mirror displays from your iPhone or iPad.
Yes, great tip!!!!
Yes dear ❣️❣️
I literally learn subverting be with every one of your videos. Sometimes it’s small, sometimes it’s major, never fails though. Thank you
There is always something I learn from each of your videos. Showed the bit about asking Siri 'what did he say' to mean it skips back 10s and briefly shows subtitles to my other half. Her instant reply was "Game Changer" :)
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Awesome feature
thanks so much for this. despite having an Apple TV for years I learned a lot of new things about it!
Your TV looks amazing bro!!
I think in playback you totally skipped the scrubbing feature. One of my favorites. When you are paused (in supported apps) you can hold your finger on the outer ring of the remote and without lifting your finger rotate around the ring to scrub forward or backward as fast or as slow as you like.
This is truly helpful and an evolution in remote controls.
Thanks for the great video - as always your stuff is really informative -- even for a long time Apple-user like myself! One feature I LOVE is the ability to say out-loud "Hey Siri, turn off my TV" just before I fall asleep. Finding the remote always pulls me out of that blissful pre-slumber mode. (I have a HomePod nearby, but as long as all your devices are on the same wi-fi network, your iPhone or even Apple Watch will listen and "speak" to the AppleTV).. A feature I haven't seen which would be great is being able to use the Find My app to locate a missing remote. Often the remotes (especially the older smaller ones) end up hidden behind a pillow or under the sheets or someplace that takes a while to find. A little chirp or beep after speaking "Hey Siri, find my remote" would be awesome and very "Apple" centric.
I believe you missed the other difference between the two latest TV 4K boxes. The larger capacity has Thread capability to become the centre of your smart home as a leading device, which is also the function of the HomePod mini for example. 🙂
🙂18:10 in the spec details
2 notes: 1. Using the iPhone as a controller lets you use the iPhone keyboard rather than the hunt-and-peck style for typing. This is useful for things like passwords. Of course, using the iPhone also gives you access to whatever password management software you use. 2. Making the Apple Photos app the first app on the Top Shelf gives you an initial screen that is an 'Up Next' style scroll of photo memories. I find this more pleasing than the choices available from the Apple TV app.
Unless you have teeny tiny fingers, you will always hunt and peck on a phone screen - NOBODY I'm aware of can touch type on a screen that small...
Mine used to do that but drops the keyboard on me these days.
Thanks for the warning about the photos app.
True, but using Siri to dictate passwords is easier still. As long as you don’t have anyone around listening in that is>
@Alexo-lq5kp Not when it's a random password created using a password manager
You didnt cover the 'top shelf' functionality. Really useful for streamlining AppleTV usage. If an app is in the 'dock' i.e. the top row, it MAY have additional 'top shelf' functionality. Netflix does, the AppleTV app does, etc etc. You can just hover over an app on the dock then above it will show pertinent details such as the TV app showing your up next list without having to go into the TV app itself.... Very useful to know and understand.
Excellent video - great audio and video quality, clear, complete, concise and VERY helpful. This is a prime example of what a tech channel should be!
Love your work fella. One thing I’d hoped to see you cover (and potentially learn some new tips about) is using the computer icon for connecting to Apple TV libraries on other macs on the local network. I’m sure there are plenty of people who use this feature :)
Me too! I can’t get it connected to an external drive on a computer on the same network to easily play video content (that I have created for example in Final Cut Pro and exported to disk on my iMac. Why isn’t this easy? Furthermore, it isn’t easy to mirror what is on my iMac screen onto my 4K TV via the Apple TV. Would love to learn how to do both!! Love your content!
Oh yeah that’d be interesting!
Great video! Very comprehensive and easy for beginners. I was probably underutilizing the Siri function before, will use that more. One suggestion to include, as some mentioned below, is settings in the “Video and Audio” section around SDR and HDR. These are important to understand and set properly to get a good experience, Apple actually makes things pretty easy in this area. Main issue is that most streaming content is a mishmash of SDR, HDR and Dolby Vision. Also most menus for streaming services are SDR. So forcing the video to Dolby 4K or HDR 4K on Apple TV always will cause SDR content and menus to look terrible and blown out in a lot of cases. General advice in most cases is to set the output on Apple TV to “4K SDR” and then turn on the “Match frame rate” and “match dynamic range” settings to on. This will allow SDR content, such as menus, to be displayed as intended and then auto switch to HDR or Dolby when these frames are detected.
I agree with Andrew, this should be the introduction video installed on apple tv, I have had mine for over a year, and now I don't have to cuss at the remote select button anymore! thank you!
Lots of info! Will definitely watch again (And again) to get all the goodies. Thank you!
The best AppleTV tips videos I’ve seen ❤
Another great video! Have had AppleTV for ages but was a few items here that I didn't know about.
You can also turn off the touch option for the remote in the settings if it’s hard to use or annoying. This gives you a 4-button remote if you prefer to click through your content.
Thanks for talking through all these features, still some I wasn‘t aware of yet. Just wanted to mention the sync option (or so) which would power on or off connected devices (receiver, TV) when starting or shutting down your Apple TV.
Another feature I like: When you have selected the search bar and jump into the line or grid keyboard, grab your iPhone and a notification to open the remote app will appear right on your Lock Screen. Tap to open the app’s search bar and type the search term with the iPhone keyboard.
Very interesting and helpful information. I find using the KZhead App on my AppleTV very fiddly and would appreciate any tips and guidance for that - including any settings that avoid the frame bleeding outside the visible area, which is really frustrating whrn watching software instructionals. Always enjoy your content, even when the subject isn't for something I actually use.
How is it fiddly?
Wow !! I have had several generations of apple tv units…. But had no idea how sophisticated it had become and how integrated with Siri ( which I currently rarely use) As ever your presentation is impeccable and so informative…many thanks!
Excellent video as always. One quick question. If I watch a program on AppleTV and pause the show. If I come back a day or two later, there doesn't seem to be an option to resume the show, it always goes back to the beginning? How do I resume the program? Thanks
Great content. I will definitely get more use out of mine after watching this. The only issue I have is the streaming apps for live tv. I use an android box simply because it runs the TiviMate app which is excellent. Still looking for one on AppleTV.
Thank you !! I own at least 4 Apple TVs and I learned a lot !!
That was really helpful. I have one issue that a declining % of users would have. My 4K TV does not have eArc. This means it does not pass Dolby ATMOS through to my Sonos ARC system. If the Apple TV had 2 HDMI outputs, that would have been fine. To try to address this I bought an Arcane HD Fury splitter that sends video to TV and audio to the Sonos ARC. Any thoughts?
As always GREAT video. I learned a lot from this video and I’ve had an tv for years!
thank you for the video, you have persuaded me into binning the amazon stick and getting the apple tv box
Does the continuity feature allow you to stream audio through Airplay or does the audio come through the phone only?
Excellent video. Well thought out and very comprehensive. Thanks very much.
This is brilliant, cheers! I've had my Apple TV for 2 years now but had no idea about all these remote functions. Truth be told, I wasn't using my Apple TV+ submscription enough simply because I found the interface hard to navigate. So I really appreciate your tutorial!
Thank you for this video! So much I didn't have a clue about.
Excellent video! I just got my first Apple TV yesterday and this video was very helpful. Thank you for speaking in a normal, and calm manner. Too many channels deliver content in an exaggerated, and fake “excited” manner. New subscriber!
Totally agree. KZhead is a mess, and I appreciate the lack of hyperbole here.
This video is an absolute must!! Its honestly turned my apple tv into a central hub for my entertainment
The more expensive model support thread as well. Thread is a smartphone network protocol connecting your smart home devices and is a very good feature to have if you build an Apple smart home. Also the Apple TV can act as a home hub enabling you to control all HomeKit devices when away from home
Yep. Don't forget Thread networking!
I was very surprised he didn’t mention Thread, it’s definitely a good future proof investment
I have one of these and it’s sooooo much better than any other streaming box.
Most might think that Accessibility holds nothing for them, but the shortcut (three clicks of the menu/back button) can be set for really commonly used functions like zoom, or toggle Closed Captions/subtitles. Not all apps support this method to toggle CCs -- I can't fathom why -- but it's a handy thing to do without click-hold the Siri button and speak out loud.
Your vids are my absolute go to when trying to figure out or mastering my Apple products. Thank you SO much for the work you do!
I have an Apple TV 4K first generation one thing that is important to point out, especially for HomeKit users. It is the only newer model 4K with ethernet compatibility that has thread compatibility what is extremely useful when meshing your network it’s also extra useful for using it as a secondary computer terminal as you can remote desk computer via third-party applications. Great video been watching your content for a week keep it up.😊
I did what you said before I watched this video.... but I couldn't get the remote to work. Then, following your advice, I waited several minutes for it to reboot.... and that made all the difference. Now it works.... the firmware did not update since it was already the latest available.
My only tip is in remotes you can make it use any remote you have to had by using the learn function 👍👍
Good job. I just tried to watch one of your competitors -- another Brit --- and it took 3:32 to get to the point of the video. Couldn't justify his wasting my time. Anyhow, good vid with solid info, and not wasting my time. Thanks!
Just purchased a Hisense U8K and am looking for the streaming device to go along with it. I don't do any gaming and don't have a home theater sound system. I'm down to the Apple TV and NVIDIA Shield. Thank you for the informative and well done video.
Well done mate! 👏🏻
Is continuity camera the only option for FaceTime on the Apple TV? Or is it possible to connect a dedicated camera to it?
Curious to know why we shouldn’t always close down our apps? I’ve been doing this probably every night, if not once a week. Thanks in advance!
We just got a appletv 4K second hand …it took us a while to get it connected and get rid of the old users ! But I hopefully see it as a way to get rid of unnecessary costs that we are still paying for cable right now Thank you for taking the time to share all your knowledge 👏
Great video. Perfectly informative. Thank you.
For me Apple Fitness+ and Apple HomeKit integration are the main selling points.
I like the Apple-TV ecosystem. Many benefits to mention but the best one is I only have to install apps on one device and it installs on all my other ones.
"What did he say?" is a REALLY good tip. Thank you!
The interface of the default video player of the Apple TV is great and so funcional! Sadly many streaming services doesn't use it and prefer to implement its own crap controls.
Ive owned all models from beginning. As photographer and iphone photo educator i hope you will add more about using the Photos App . Thanks, love your work, keep it going!
I originally bought the Apple TV 4K box and a pair of the large HomePods to replace the TV speakers and replace the cumbersome audio amp and speakers setup. This also improved the audio quality significantly. This also cleaned up much of the cabling mess I had below my big screen TV.
I love how it pops up with a prompt to use AirPods when I take them out of the case
Excellent overview!
Excellent information young man…A+
This video is especially helpful for those who are new to technology and want to gain a better understanding. For individuals with prior experience in video technology, you may find that the content is intuitive and easily navigable, likely requiring less time to comprehend than the video's duration. While I personally had hoped to discover new insights, it appears that the video mainly covers familiar ground.
I use mine to put the screen of my laptop up on the home theatre screen (mirroring) so I can have my eyes focus at a different distance for awhile!
Great video! What monitor is that in the background?
Excellent video. I do own an Apple TV box but not the new 4K model.
Super video, learned alot here! Cheers!
Hi. You didn’t mention Apple TV‘a role as a HomeKit hub, and how useful it is as a remote for lights, for instance. Also, you didn’t mention the AirPlay potential as a wireless screen to play iPhone/iPad content.
I have had Apple TV for some time but honestly have not used it. I'm now intrigued to use it. Do you know, if I sign up for Apple One which includes Apple Music, will it automatically cancel my other subscription or do I need to manually cancel my stand alone Apple Music subscription?
Great video. Can you make a video explaining how the built-in VPN will work in TVOS17?
I’ve used Apple devices since 1984, but I’ve always been happy with my Roku. It interfaces with my iPhone, iPad, and MacBook Air. Does the job just fine and is much less expensive. Thanks.
Nice video! Can it connect to a ring doorbell and show live footage?
Hi This was a really helpful video and insight to Apple TV. One thing I remain puzzled about is how it enables switching between App services and watching live TV. I thought I’d seen somewhere that Apple TV now incorporates a live TV programme guide - is this right? K
Did you experience any flickering in some apps . I had this device and mine would flicker on HBO max when I would watch it I tried everything to fix it . Have you ever had any issues or maybe it was just a bad unit
I installed my Apple TV yesterday and I found your video this morning. I found most of what you mentioned, but as my iPhone was already updated to IOS17 and the Apple TV was still on IOS16, I did have a couple of small problems with the installation. However, I was able to complete the installation with the Apple TV talking to my Apple Watch. When installation was complete, I updated to IOS 17. I could then install the Apple TV app on my phone. A surprise for me was, I could install my current VPN on the Apple TV.
Very helpful video congrats on the good job! i just bought the ATV4K and it is definitely amazing. its a great way to enhance the Apple ecosystem experience.
Great app in the UK 'TV Launcher' that combines all of the live tv/on-demand apps in one place so you can get a tv guide, now & next etc and then launches the relevant app right into the content for you.
If I have two echo dots, can I have sound play through the echo AND Tv speakers at the same time?
The only problem I have is that using HomePods as the audio system volume from some apps is very low requiring turning volume to max. Same apps from Google TV are louder at 60% than ATV at 100%
Should I buy Apple tv now or wait until next year for the new one?
This was amazing thank you. I think you need to edit the video and add the number one reason for the Apple TV. Airplay! This feature known by very few people to share photos and to mirror the iphone was the only reason I bought the device prior to smart tvs adding it to the core features. You should show old people how they can see the iphone and ipad emails photos etc in large format on screen mirrored. We use it to plan family vacation from the couch on google earth etc. Thanks again.
Thank you for introducing me to the infinity of uses of my Apple TV 4K. OMGoodness, I have a lot to learn and your video gives this 70-something gives me a bit more courage to use ONLY Apple TV vs. the apps loaded in the LG tv monitor. Cheers plus review how to add new apps like Netflix and Paramount + too.
Amazing video thank you got my parents a apple tv box for Christmas this video was a life saver ❤
If Apple would add a live guide, it’d be the best streaming platform out there!
@@kelticd5397 yes, similar to YTTV. Offer channels and a dvr option, I’d cancel YTTV in a second.
man just explained all the basic features people be using anyway, but in a thoughtful way
I own two, thinking about getting another one.
because of this tutorial im getting this box man well done, siri features are amazing
Now how do we scale the content to the screen?
This was an excellent presentation! I don’t own an Apple TV but I own everything Apple. I was thinking about the Fire TV Cube since I have echo boxes throughout my home. This gives me options. Thank you.
Just wanted to leave a comment to thank you for a very informative and very clean video. Thank you very much for taking the time to make a tutorial like this.
Please show the iplayer UI. They don’t seem to be updating it anymore. The fireTv has all the categories on the left instead of at the top. My older Apple TV has them at the top. Would it be worth switching back to Apple TV?