This article is for history of Apples tvOS, including its iOS releases. For the history of tvOS prior to tvOS 9, see tvOS version history
The homescreen of tvOS 13.
Note: tvOS version 7 and up are still supported and are still/may still be receiving updates. This article will need to be updated in the future to include subsequent changes.
Note: Beta versions from iOS 4 (tvOS 4) and onward are not listed. They need to be added in the future as well.
Version history
Legend: Obsolete Discontinued Current Beta
Information about new updates to Apple TV (2nd generation) onwards is published on Apple's knowledge base.
iOS 4.1 was the first version of iOS available on the Apple TV (2nd generation). It included Apple TV Software 4.0.
Table of versions: iOS 4.x – Apple TV (2nd generation)
iOS Version Apple TV Software Build Release date Features
4.1 4.0 8M89 September 1, 2010; 11 years ago
Initial release on Apple TV (2nd generation)
4.2 4.1 8C150 (1539) 2010-11-22
AirPlay support.
VoiceOver in menus.
Bug fixes.
4.2.1 4.1.1 8C154 (1553) 2010-12-14
Bug fixes
Addresses an issue that causes some high-definition TVs to incorrectly display at 480p.
Addresses an issue that may cause a movie or TV show to be re-downloaded.
4.3 4.2 8F191m (2060) 2011-03-09
AirPlay video support for third party apps on iDevices.
New slideshow themes: View photos with the new Scrapbook, Photo Mobile, and Holiday Mobile slideshow themes.
Improved on-screen keyboard: Search and enter names and passwords more easily with the redesigned on-screen keyboard.
Enjoy Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound when watching Netflix.
4.2.1 8F202 (2100) 2011-03-22
Bug fixes
Addresses issues that may cause the screen to flicker or display incorrect colour on some older TVs.
Addresses an issue where Apple TV may not wake up from sleep.
Addresses an issue where audio may not be heard on some TV models after switching from another input.
Apple TV Software 4.2.1 includes stability and performance fixes for Apple TV.
4.2.2 8F305 (2203) 2011-05-11
Bug fixes
Addresses an issue in which audio is not output when playing some video content.
Addresses an issue in which video is not displayed when playing some content.
Adds an audio output setting for switching to 16-bit audio for compatibility with some TVs and AV receivers.
Improves the performance of fast-forwarding and rewinding live events.
Addresses an issue in which the description information is not displayed for some movies.
Addresses an issue in which YouTube subscription videos are not ordered by date.
4.3 8F455 (2557) 2011-08-01
Ability to watch videos from Vimeo.
US-only feature: streams purchased TV shows from iTunes on Apple TV (and past purchases); formerly, only rentals were available.
On October 23, 2011, Apple TV (2nd generation) received the iOS 5.0 software, with My Photo Stream, AirPlay mirroring (from iPhone 4S & iPad 2), NHL, Wall Street Journal, slideshow themes and Netflix subtitles. Contrary to rumors and code found in iOS 5, the release did not bring support for Bluetooth or apps to the Apple TV (2nd generation).
Table of versions: iOS 5.x – Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generations)
iOS Version Apple TV Software Build Release date Features
5.0 4.4 9A334v (3140) 2011-10-12
Coincides with iOS 5 for portable iOS devices.
Photo Stream.
AirPlay mirroring for iPad 2 and iPhone 4S.
Wall Street Journal.
New Slideshow themes.
Netflix subtitles.
Upgrading from this version resets the device to factory settings as part of the upgrade process.
4.4.1 9A335a (3150) 2011-10-17
Bug fixes
Upgrading from this version resets the device to factory settings as part of the upgrade process.
4.4.2 9A336a (3160) 2011-10-24
Audio playback: addresses an issue in which audio is not output when playing some video content.
Video playback: addresses an issue in which video is not displayed when playing some content.
Audio output setting: adds an audio output setting for switching to 16-bit audio for compatibility with some TVs and AV receivers.
Live FF/RW improvements: improves the performance of fast-forwarding and rewinding live events.
Movie description: addresses an issue in which the description information is not displayed for some movies.
YouTube video order: addresses an issue in which YouTube subscription videos were not ordered by date.
5.0.1 4.4.3 9A405l (3323) 2011-11-17
Added support for Netflix in Mexico.
Addresses an issue in which audio may not play through the optical port when the TV is turned off.
4.4.4 9A406a (3330) 2011-12-15
General performance and stability improvements, including a fix for an issue that displayed an error when playing some video content.
5.1 5.0 9B179b (4099) 2012-03-07
Initial release on Apple TV (3rd generation).
Support for 1080p video resolution.A3
Completely redesigned menus.
Content categories now resemble iOS app icons.
Third-party apps (Netflix, YouTube, NBA, Flickr, etc.) have their own icon.
Ability to create a Netflix account.
5.1.1 5.0.1 9B206f (4224) 2012-05-10
Previews for movies and TV shows from the iTunes Store can now be viewed in HD.
Fixes an issue that caused some iOS apps to have trouble connecting via AirPlay.
Improves the reliability of Home Sharing connections.
Addresses an issue affecting Netflix login and navigation.
Includes fixes for issues affecting stability and performance.
5.0.2 9B830 (4250) 2012-06-05
Addresses an issue which caused content restrictions to be incorrectly applied for the iTunes Store in Australia.
On September 24, 2012, Apple TV (2nd generation) onwards received the iOS 6.0 software update, with Shared Photo Streams, iTunes account switching, better AirPlay functionality, and Trailers searching, among other smaller improvements.
Table of versions: iOS 6.x – Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generations)
iOS Version Apple TV Software Build Release date Features
6.0 5.1 10A406E (5201) 2012-09-24
Shared Photo Streams: Accept invitations for Shared Photo Streams, browse photos and comments, and receive notifications of new content.
AirPlay: Send audio content from Apple TV to AirPlay-enabled speakers/devices (including AirPort Express and other Apple TVs). Also includes the ability to require an onscreen code to use AirPlay with Apple TV.
iTunes account switching: Save multiple iTunes accounts and switch quickly between them.
Trailers: Search for movie trailers. In the United States, see show times for local theaters.
Screen savers: New Cascade, Shrinking Tiles, and Sliding Panels screen savers.
Main menu: Reorder icons on the second page by holding down the select button on the remote.
Subtitles: SDH support for the hearing-impaired; improvements to viewing and selecting subtitles.
Network configuration: Support for setting up advanced network options using configuration profiles.
Stability and performance: Includes general performance and stability improvements.
6.0.1 5.1.1 10A831 (5433) 2012-11-29
Adds support for Up Next with iTunes 11 or iTunes Match.
Includes performance and stability improvements with the iTunes Store, AirPlay, Netflix, iTunes Match, and wired ethernet connections.
6.1 5.2 10B144b (6010.96) 2013-01-28
Initial release on Apple TV (3rd generation Revision A).
Bluetooth keyboards: Adds support for some Bluetooth keyboards (including Apple Wireless Keyboard).
iTunes in the Cloud: Browse and play purchased iTunes music directly from iCloud.
Airplay: Send stereo audio from video content on Apple TV to AirPlay-enabled speakers/devices (including AirPort Express and other Apple TVs).
Stability and performance: Includes general performance and stability improvements.
6.1.3 5.2.1 10B329a (6025) 2013-03-19
Hulu Plus app: Completely redesigned, adds support for closed-captioning.
iTunes in the Cloud: Adds support for Music in the Cloud in Japan and Israel.
Stability and performance: Including improvements for software update, subtitles, and general performance.
Security Fixes.
6.1.4 5.3 10B809 (6105) 2013-06-19
Third-party content: Adds support for Crunchyroll, ESPN, HBO GO, Qello, and Sky News (some sources depend on country).
iTunes Store: Improves reliability of signing into the iTunes Store and playing purchased content.
Further channels added on August 27, 2013, without a software update: Vevo, Weather Channel, Disney Channel, Disney XD, and Smithsonian Channel (some sources depend on country)
On September 20, 2013, Apple TV (second generation) onwards received the iOS 7.0 software update, with iTunes Radio and AirPlay from iCloud.
Table of versions: iOS 7.x – Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generations)
iOS version Apple TV Software Build Release date Features
7.0.1 / 7.0.2 6.0 11A470e/11A502 2013-09-23
iTunes Radio
Create user radio stations and listen to them ad-free with iTunes Match (United States and Australia only).
iTunes Store
Browse, purchase, and play music directly from the iTunes Store.
iCloud Photos
Adds support to play video from a shared Photo Stream and view Photo Streams from multiple contributors.
AirPlay from iCloud
Apple TV will play content from iTunes In The Cloud instead of user AirPlay device when possible (needs iOS 7 on AirPlay device).
Podcasts
Sync user podcasts and podcast stations across Apple TV and all user iOS devices.
iMovie Theater
Stream user iMovie creations instantly in high definition from iCloud (needs latest version of iMovie for iOS or Mac and an iCloud account).
Subtitles & Captioning
Automatic subtitle selection based on Apple TV language setting, with customizable closed caption style.
Conference Room Display
Lock Apple TV into Conference Room Display (for business and education environments) and show onscreen instructions for using AirPlay.
Software update
Keep Apple TV always updated by automatically installing software updates when available.
Setup
Use an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch with iOS 7 to automatically transfer network settings, user Apple ID, and language preferences to Apple TV (3rd generation) (not available on iPhone 4 or iPad 2).
Third-party US-only content added on September 26, 2013, without a software update: Major League Soccer (MLS) and Disney Junior.
iMovie Theater app was added on October 22, 2013, without a software update.
7.0.3 6.0.1 11B511d 2013-10-25
Stability and performance
Includes general performance and stability improvements.
7.0.4 / 7.0.6 6.0.2 11B554a/11B651 2013-11-14
Stability and performance
Includes general performance and stability improvements.
Security (11B651 build only)
Provides a fix for SSL connection verification.
7.1 6.1 11D169b March 10, 2014; 7 years ago
Main menu
Includes ability to make hiding channels easier
AirPlay
Security option for iOS devices or Macs to require verifying via a one-time, onscreen code before using AirPlay (needs iOS 7.1 or later on an iOS device, or OS X 10.9.2 or later on a Mac).
Adds support to allow an AirPlay device to discover Apple TV over Bluetooth in environments where multicast or Bonjour traffic is blocked on the network or the AirPlay device is on a different subnet.
Remote app
View purchased TV Shows and Movies in the Remote app and tap to play them instantly on Apple TV.
Create and play iTunes Radio stations (needs Remote app version 4.2 or later).
Stability and performance
Bug fixes, general performance and stability improvements.
7.1.1 6.1.1 11D201c April 22, 2014; 7 years ago
Stability and performance
Includes general performance and stability improvements.
7.1.2 6.2 11D257c June 30, 2014; 7 years ago
Stability and performance
Includes general performance and stability improvements.
iTunes Extras
Added ability to explore deleted scenes, photos, cast and crew, and more with select iTunes movie purchases. (Only available for HD purchases)
6.2.1 11D258 September 17, 2014; 7 years ago
Final release on Apple TV (2nd generation)
As of May 2015, the YouTube app only works on newer Apple TVs that have software 7.2 or later due to an API change implemented by Google.
Stability and performance
Includes general performance and stability improvements.
On September 18, 2014, the third generation Apple TV received the iOS 8.0 software update, with a redesigned UI, Family Sharing and peer-to-peer AirPlay.
Table of versions: iOS 8.x – Apple TV (3rd generation)
iOS Version Apple TV Software Build Release date Features
8.0 7.0 12A365b September 17, 2014; 7 years ago
UI
Redesigned UI that adopts a similar look to the "flat" look that is presented in iOS 8 and OS X Yosemite.
UI redesign includes redesigned icons and borders, menus, and many of the controls inside many of the apps that are included with the Apple TV.
Family Sharing
Adds support for a service of sharing purchases from iTunes between up to 6 people.
Supports iTunes music, video, podcasts, and TV show purchases.
All group members must pay for family purchases with the same credit/debit card.
Ask To Buy – parents can approve a child's spending from the parent's device.
Descriptive Video Services
Hear descriptive video with a new accessibility feature support select iTunes movies and TV shows.
Peer-to-peer AirPlay
Guests can AirPlay from their Mac or iOS device directly to an Apple TV without connecting to a wireless network (needs ATV 3 Rev-A (A1469), iPhone 4S and later; iPad 2 and later; and iPod Touch (5th generation) running iOS 8 or a Mac running OS X Yosemite (10.10) or later).A3R
Beats Music
Beats Music has now been shut down in favor of Apple Music, which requires an Apple TV 4 running tvOS 9.0 or later.
8.1 7.0.1 12B410a October 20, 2014; 6 years ago
Stability and performance
Includes general performance and stability improvements.
Bug fixes.
8.1.1 7.0.2 12B440 November 17, 2014; 6 years ago
Stability and performance
Includes general performance and stability improvements.
Bug fixes.
8.1.3 7.0.3 12B466 January 27, 2015; 6 years ago
Stability and performance
Includes general performance and stability improvements.
Bug fixes.
8.2 7.1 12D508 March 9, 2015; 6 years ago
Stability and performance
Includes general performance and stability improvements.
Bug fixes.
8.3 7.2 12F69 April 8, 2015; 6 years ago
As of May 2015, the YouTube app only works on Apple TVs that have software 7.2 or later due to an API change implemented by Google.
Stability and performance
Includes general performance and stability improvements.
Bug fixes
Apple TV Software updates released after the release of Apple TV (4th generation)
8.4 7.2.1 12H523 February 25, 2016; 5 years ago
Stability and performance
Includes general performance and stability improvements.
Bug fixes
8.4.1 7.2.2 12H606 December 12, 2016; 4 years ago
Stability and performance Includes general performance and stability improvements. Bug fixes
Amazon Video was automatically added to Apple TVs running 7.2.2 on December 6, 2017.
8.4.2 7.3 12H847 May 13, 2019; 2 years ago Apple TV Software 7.3 brings the updated TV app to provide support for Apple TV+ services.
7.3.1 12H864 July 22, 2019; 2 years ago Bug fixes and stability improvements
8.4.3 7.4 12H876 September 24, 2019; 2 years ago Bug fixes and stability improvements
8.4.4 7.5 12H885 March 24, 2020; 18 months ago Adds the ability to control the Apple TV from the control center of an iOS device, bug fixes and stability improvements.
8.4.5 7.6 12H903 September 16, 2020; 12 months ago Bug fixes and stability improvements
8.4.6 7.6.2 12H914 December 14, 2020; 9 months ago Bug fixes and stability improvements
7.7 Bug fixes and stability improvements
tvOS 9 is an operating system that is 95% based on iOS 9, with adaptations made for a television interface. It was announced on September 9, 2015, alongside the new iPad Pro and iPhone 6S. Tim Cook took the stage and introduced tvOS saying that it was time for the Apple TV to gain a modern OS with support for apps as they are "the future of TV". It will only be available on the Apple TV (4th generation), released in October 2015. It adds a native SDK to develop apps, and an App Store to distribute them, and support for Siri and universal search across multiple apps.
Table of versions: tvOS 9.x – Apple TV (4th generation)
tvOS version iOS version based on Build Release date Features
9.0 9.0 13T396 October 29, 2015; 5 years ago
Initial release on Apple TV (4th generation).
User Interface
Introduces a new user interface that uses lighter colors and transparency, adds support for control via an all new remote. This remote can be used to navigate the user interface by using multi-touch gestures on the trackpad on the remote rather than physical buttons.
App Store/SDK
Adds support for an all new SDK for developers to build apps for the TV including all of the APIs included in iOS 9 such as Metal.
Adds an App Store which allows users to browse, download, and install a wide variety of applications from things such as games, video applications, etc.
Developers can now use their own interface inside of their application rather than only being able to use Apple's interface.
Siri
Adds support for Siri which can be toggled by pressing the microphone button on the remote.
Siri, beyond all of its iOS abilities, can take many voice commands tailored for the TV, such as a cross-application search for a movie/TV show, rewind, fast forward, name and actor/director of the current movie, and even skip back 15 seconds.
Experience
It is now possible to switch between two applications by double-clicking the trackpad on the remote and scrolling to the desired application.
Users can now customize the home screen by placing any applications they wish on the top row, including third-party types.
New cinematic screen savers display time-lapse images of scenic cities when the Apple TV is asleep.
It is now possible to control the volume of the TV and turn it on/off using just the new Siri Remote and the built in support for HDMI CEC in TVOS.
Third-Party Controllers
Adds support for pairing third-party Bluetooth game controllers in order to play games.
Apple Music
Adds Apple Music support for Apple TV.
9.0.1 9.1 13T402 November 9, 2015; 5 years ago
General performance and stability improvements.
9.1 9.2 13U85 December 8, 2015; 5 years ago
Adds support for controlling Apple Music with Siri.
Adds support for controlling the Apple TV with the Remote app for iOS and Apple Watch.
Improvements to networking and scrolling.
9.1.1 9.2.1 13U717 January 25, 2016; 5 years ago
General performance and stability improvements
Adds the Podcasts app to the Apple TV
9.2 9.3 13Y234 March 21, 2016; 5 years ago
Adds support for folders on the Apple TV.
A folder can be made by selecting an app, clicking and holding on the touchpad, clicking the Play/Pause button, and then choosing "New Folder" from the popup menu.
Adds the ability to pair Bluetooth keyboards with the 4th Generation Apple TV
Adds a redesigned application switcher similar to the one found in iOS 9 rather than the one found in iOS 8 as TVOS 9.1 contained.
Adds support for iCloud Photo Library and Live Photos
Enables developers to add maps to their applications with the use of the MapKit API.
Siri/Voice Dictation
Adds support for Voice Dictation to enable users to enter text in text fields using their voice. Voice Dictation can be invoked by selecting the text field and pressing the Siri button on the Siri Remote.
Adds Support for searching the App Store on the Apple TV using Siri.
Adds support for new Siri languages which include Spanish(United States), French(Canada), and English(United Kingdom and Australia).
Remote operability improvements
In order to rewind/fast forward the video in tvOS 9.2, it is now necessary to click the touchpad before swiping left or right.
Updates the remote firmware which includes improved motion sensor performance and support for additional sound bar and receiver hardware.
Enhancements to speed and performance.
9.2.1 9.3.2 13Y772 May 16, 2016; 5 years ago
General performance and stability improvements.
9.2.2 9.3.3 13Y825 July 18, 2016; 5 years ago Final update for tvOS 9.
General performance and stability improvements.
Bug fixes.
Table of versions: tvOS 10.x – Apple TV (4th generation)
tvOS version iOS version based on Build Release date Features
10.0
10.0 14T330 September 13, 2016; 5 years ago
User Interface
Adds the option for users to select between a light mode or a new dark mode.
Adds support for app notification badge icons on the tvOS home screen.
Siri
Support for searching YouTube for content using Siri.
Support for searching for content by topic.
Photos
Adds support for the new Photos app available in iOS 10 which adds a new feature called Memories
Music
Update the UI of Apple Music to match the UI of Apple Music on iOS 10 and macOS Sierra.
Control
When users start typing on the Apple TV using the Siri Remote, their iPhone on iOS 10 or later gives them a lockscreen notification that allows for text entry, even without the remote app installed on the iOS device.
No longer requires developers to provide support for the Siri Remote in games. A game can now make a third-party MFI controller required for gameplay.
HomeKit
Allows the control of HomeKit accessories from the Apple TV.
Developer Tools
Adds many new APIs that developers can take advantage of on tvOS such as ReplayKit, SpriteKit, SceneKit, and more.
10.0.1
10.1 14U71
14U100 October 24, 2016; 4 years ago
November 14, 2016; 4 years ago (14U100)
General performance and stability improvements.
Bug fixes.
10.1
10.2 14U593 December 12, 2016; 4 years ago
General performance and stability improvements.
New "TV" app
Added "Single Sign-On"
10.1.1
10.2.1 14U712a January 23, 2017; 4 years ago
General performance and stability improvements.
10.2
10.3 14W265 March 27, 2017; 4 years ago
Adds support for Apple File System (APFS)
General performance and stability improvements
10.2.1
10.3.2 14W585a May 15, 2017; 4 years ago
Security and Bug Fixes
For full information regarding this security fix, please visit https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207801
10.2.2
10.3.3 14W756 July 19, 2017; 4 years ago
Final update for tvOS 10. There is no 10.2.3 update.
Security and Bug Fixes
For full information regarding this security fix, please visit https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207924
Table of versions: tvOS 11.x – Apple TV (4th and 5th generations)
tvOS version iOS version based on Build Release date Features
11.0 11.0 15J381 September 19, 2017; 4 years ago
Initial release on Apple TV 4K (5th generation).
Adds support for 2160p output in HDR10 and Dolby Vision with Apple TV 4K.
Control
Adds option to reprogram the TV button on Siri remote to open the TV app or to return to the home screen.
Adds support for controlling via Control Center from devices running iOS 11.
Experience
Apple AirPods automatically connect when paired with a device signed in with the same iCloud account.
Option for automatic switching between light and dark mode based on time of day.
Adds Home Screen Sync option that synchronizes apps and home screens across Apple TVs signed in with the same iCloud account.
Double tapping Siri remote will zoom in on pillarboxed or letterboxed video to fill frame.
Tapping timeline a second time will switch to a time-of-day display.
Developer tools
Increases maximum On-Demand Resource bundle size to 4 GB from 200 MB.
Adds support for HEVC and HEIF, hardware decoding on Apple TV 4K and software decoding on Apple TV (4th generation).
11.1 11.1 15J582 October 31, 2017; 3 years ago Includes bug fixes and security improvements
11.2 11.2 15K106 December 4, 2017; 3 years ago The update includes support for switching the Apple TV 4K display output to SDR for apps that are GPU-bound when running in HDR and it re-introduces the Unwatched category in Home Sharing for Movies, TV Shows, and Home Videos.
11.2.1 11.2.1 15K152 December 13, 2017; 3 years ago Includes bug fixes and security improvements
11.2.5 11.2.5 15K552 January 23, 2018; 3 years ago Includes bug fixes and security improvements
11.2.6 11.2.6 15K600 February 19, 2018; 3 years ago Includes bug fixes and security improvements
11.3 11.3 15L211 March 29, 2018; 3 years ago tvOS 11.3 beta provides Dolby Vision support for certain Sony 2017 4K HDR televisions with the X1 Extreme processor.
11.4 11.4 15L577 May 29, 2018; 3 years ago AirPlay 2
Listen to your favorite songs across every Apple TV, HomePod, and AirPlay 2-compatible speaker you have in your home. Or play something different in every room at the same time.
11.4.1 11.4.1 15M73 July 9, 2018; 3 years ago Final update for tvOS 11.
Bug fixes and improvements
Table of versions: tvOS 12.x – Apple TV (4th and 5th generations)
tvOS version iOS version based on Build Release date Features
12.0 12.0 16J364 September 17, 2018; 3 years ago
Audio
Adds support for Dolby Atmos E-AC3 passthrough on Apple TV 4K, up to 7.1.4 channels
Experience
Adds support for Zero Sign-On automatic television app authentication with supported cable providers.
Adds password AutoFill from iPhones and iPads running iOS 12 or newer.
Adds new aerial screensavers.
Developer tools
Adds support for home control systems that include Control4, Crestron, and Savant.
Adds support for third-party remotes including Siri support.
12.0.1 12.0 16J380 September 24, 2018; 3 years ago Bug fixes and improvements
12.1 12.1 16J602 October 30, 2018; 2 years ago Bug fixes and improvements
12.1.1 12.1.1 16K45 December 5, 2018; 2 years ago Bug fixes and improvements
12.1.2 12.1.3 16K534 January 22, 2019; 2 years ago Bug fixes and improvements
12.2 12.2 16L226 March 25, 2019; 2 years ago Siri and Apple TV Remote improvements
12.2.1 12.2 16L250 April 10, 2019; 2 years ago Bug fixes and improvements
12.3 12.3 16M153 May 13, 2019; 2 years ago
Adds redesigned TV app
GUI changes in video player
12.4 12.4 16M568 July 22, 2019; 2 years ago Bug fixes and improvements
12.4.1 12.4.1 16M600 August 26, 2019; 2 years ago Final update for tvOS 12.
Security fixes
Table of versions: tvOS 13.x – Apple TV (4th and 5th generations)
tvOS version iOS version based on Build Release date Features
13.0 13.1 17J586 September 24, 2019; 2 years ago
Experience
Adds redesigned home screen with full-screen video previews.
Changes shape of app icons with more rounded corners.
Adds Control Center.
Adds support for multiple Apple IDs for built-in apps.
Adds scrolling music lyrics in the Music app.
Picture-in-picture multitasking in TV app.
Adds Apple Arcade app.
Adds new underwater screensavers.
Only menu and TV button wake from sleep.
Control
Adds support for the Xbox One and DualShock 4 wireless controllers.
Security Content
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT210604
13.2 13.2 17K82 October 28, 2019; 23 months ago
Adds support for AirPods Pro.
Other stability improvements and bug fixes.
Security Content
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT210723
13.3 13.3 17K449 December 10, 2019; 21 months ago
Stability improvements and bug fixes.
Security Content
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT210790
13.3.1 13.3.1 17K795 January 28, 2020; 20 months ago
Security Content
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT210920
13.4 13.4 17L256 March 24, 2020; 18 months ago
Security Content
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT211101
13.4.5 13.5 17L562 May 20, 2020; 16 months ago
Stability improvements and bug fixes.
Security Content
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211171
13.4.6 13.5.1 17L570 June 1, 2020; 15 months ago
Stability improvements and bug fixes.
Security Content
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211216
13.4.8 13.6 17M61 July 15, 2020; 14 months ago Final update for tvOS 13.
Stability improvements and bug fixes.
Security Content
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211290
Table of versions: tvOS 14.x – Apple TV (4th, 5th and 6th generations)
tvOS version iOS version based on Build Release date Features
14.0 14.0 18J386 September 16, 2020; 12 months ago
Experience:
Changes shape of app icons with more rounded corners and reduced size.
Adds picture-in-picture to third-party apps.
Adds Audio Sharing for simultaneously connecting two sets of AirPods on Apple TV 4K.
Supports full-resolution AirPlay for 4K videos and photos on Apple TV 4K.
Redesigned Control Center.
Support for Microsoft Elite 2 and Adaptive Xbox One controllers.
HomeKit:
Adds camera feeds and picture-in-picture monitoring for HomeKit-enabled security cameras.
Adds direct control of HomeKit accessories in Control Center.
Developer:
Support for 4K YouTube videos on Apple TV 4K, supporting "the latest YouTube videos", reportedly through VP9 support.
14.0.1 14.0.1 18J400 September 24, 2020; 12 months ago
This update includes general performance and stability improvements.
14.0.2 18J411 October 5, 2020; 11 months ago
This update includes general performance and stability improvements.
14.2 14.2 18K57 November 5, 2020; 10 months ago
14.3 14.3 18K561 December 14, 2020; 9 months ago
Apple Fitness
14.4 14.4 18K802 January 26, 2021; 8 months ago
14.5 14.5 18L204 April 26, 2021; 5 months ago
Initial release on Apple TV 4K (2nd generation).
Adds support for Siri Remote (second generation).
14.6 14.6 18L569 May 24, 2021; 4 months ago
Adds support for lossless playback and Dolby Atmos music in Apple Music on all Apple TV 4K models.
14.7 14.7 18M60 July 19, 2021; 2 months ago
Table of versions: tvOS 15.x – Apple TV (4th, 5th and 6th generations)
tvOS version iOS version based on Build Release date Features
15.0 19J346 September 20, 2021; 9 days ago
Adds support for controlling Apple TV with a HomePod or HomePod Mini.
Adds "Shared with You" row in TV app for movies and TV shows shared in Messages.
Redesigned video player interface.
Audio:
Adds ability to use HomePod Mini as a speaker, supporting up to a stereo pair.
Adds support for spatial audio on Apple TV 4K with AirPods Pro and AirPods Max.
Automatic onscreen notification to connect AirPods family headphones.
HomeKit:
Adds notifications from security devices.
Add support for viewing multiple HomeKit cameras simultaneously.
Developer:
Enables authenticating purchases and signing into apps using Touch ID or Face ID on a paired iPhone or iPad.
15.1 beta 2 19J5552e September 28, 2021; 1 day ago
Other sources are needed, and this article needs LOTS of improvement and original work to prevent it from being half a copy and paste from Wikipedia.
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