Apple TV 4K (64GB, Previous Model)

The media could not be loaded. Apple makes high quality products that are expensive but that are platinum in their durability, features, style, and every other word you can think of when it comes to an A+ product. The Apple TV 4K device is no different. Light years better than the previous generation Apple TV 1080p.The weight: The Apple TV 4K weights about 45 grams. The reason it's so heavy is because it houses hardware that allows it to bring you 4K content. Its still small enough to put on your entertainment center though.Apps: It doesn't come with your standard apps Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Disney Plus etc installed. You have to go into the App Store and download them which only takes a second. But it has every app you can think of. Apps that I can't find on my LG OLED TV.What it supports: It supports 1080P HD at a resolution of 1980x1080, 4K at a resolution of 3840x2160, HDR 10, HDR 10+, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos. Here is important information about the resolution of the Apple TV 4K. I have the default interface at Dolby Vision 4K @ 60 Hz which looks amazing. Lets say you want to watch a movie in HD on HBO Max or Netflix, it will automatically transfer Dolby Vision to that HD title because you have the default dynamic range at Dolby Vision. To fix this, go to Video/Audio, Match Content, and make sure Match Dynamic Range and Match Frame Rate are turned on! I explain how to do this in a video I posted.The Siri Remote: The invisible track pad is really what makes this remote top notch. Its smooth, doesn't lag, and if you're watching a movie or show, if you hold down on the trackpad it will tell you what time that show will be over as well as the standard timer.Light and Dark Mode and the Apple TV remote in IOS: Light and Dark mode on my MacBook and iPhone is a great feature but I was wondering when it was coming to the Apple TV. Apple has implemented it in TV os. This was a great idea. I have it set where the interface becomes light in the day and dark at nice. Also, I'm so glad Apple implemented the Apple TV remote in iOS. The Apple TV remote app used to give me all kinds of issues and it would rarely get updated.Overall this device is way better than the Roku Ultra and I tested both devices. I'm going to conclude with this. Never rely on apps built into your smart tv. Get an Apple TV 4K streaming device. 1. You get Dolby Atmos via hdmi and you don't get Dolby Atmos through your smart TV apps 2. Apps rarely update though smart TVs but you don't have that problem with an Apple TV 4K. It updates often, and you don't have to worry about your apps crashing either. INVEST IN THIS PRODUCT YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED.

I have had the Apple TV 4k for a little over a week now and am very satisfied with it. A few comments based on reviews I read before I purchased:The Remote - Not as awful as everyone said. Yes, it's easy to select something or press the touchpad accidentally but I have had few issues overall. I don't think it's any worse than dropping my universal remote or hitting a wrong button on another remote. My only complaints about the Apple TV remote is that there is no mute button and it is quite small, so don't misplace it!UI - I'm not very familiar with the iOS environment. I have an iPhone but have only had it a couple of years so I'm still behind the function curve. Overall the system was mostly intuitive but I did make sure to familiarize myself with some online hints and tricks before it arrived so I knew how to navigate.App and menu interface - Someone mentioned in a review that all app menus were universally similar on the Apple TV. I found this to not be the case. As with any other device, Hulu, Netflix, Amazon and HBO all have their unique functionality.Up Next Feature - does not really work as advertised. I find it to be intermittent. Not all shows update like it said they would and not all appear on the home screen. Netflix specifically doesn't seem to play well with this feature, but overall each of the apps has failed to display the next episode of a show I have watched on the device.Quality and functionality - Quality and functionality is awesome. Content looks great and I have had few issues. Make sure you have an HDMI cable rated for 4k content or you will receive a warning (evidently I had an older one connected). The Apple TV connects easily to my iPhone for typing, filling in account fields and setting up. You can also download the Remote app from iTunes (to your phone) in order to use your phone as a remote, but I don't actually find this very convenient or helpful as I am perfectly happy with the remote.Biggest Con - Users of Bose Cinemate 130 beware. Evidently this system will not work with the Apple TV 4k. While I am able to connect sound from my Apple TV to the Bose system via direct input into the TV, I was not able to connect through the Bose Receiver. This is apparently a known issue to Bose, but they have no intention of fixing the issue leaving those of us that spent a significant amount of money to fend for ourselves. This was nearly devastating when I was trying to setup but thankfully I found a forum that directed me to a workaround.Summary - Overall I am quite happy with my purchase. I'm hoping after more updates the up next field is more accurate as it is pretty great to not need to jump into individual apps when your watching a series. I am also hopeful that eventually Spotify will be available via the Apple TV, but so far it isn't an option for download. Otherwise this is a great device that's easy to use and so much more reliable than the apps loaded into my Samsung Smart TV. Oh, and almost forgot to mention the screensaver. The photos (especially the aerial images) really are mesmerizing as another reviewer mentioned. My friends almost always comment about the cool images on the TV when they walk in, so just a minor added bonus if you needed one .