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Salt Apple TV remote is the complete opposite of the Siri Remote

Ewdison Then | Dec 10, 2019

Some tech companies, particularly smartphone makers, have dipped their hands into the TV market by bringing their smart technologies to the big screen. Unlike traditional players in that industry, however, the likes of Apple, Google, and even NVIDIA have stripped remote controls bare, leaving only what they deem to be the essentials. That hasn't always been favorably received and Swiss network operator Salt has taken matters into its own hands, pun unintended, by launching a slightly more conventional remote for the Apple TV 4K that almost goes against everything Apple's own Siri Remote stands for.

Apple renews M. Night Shyamalan series Servant for second season

Brittany A. Roston | Nov 23, 2019

On November 28, Apple will release an original TV show on its Apple TV+ service called Servant. This series comes from executive producers M. Night Shyamalan and Tony Basgallop. Though the show hasn't yet made its public debut, Apple has expressed faith in the series by announcing that it has already renewed it for a second season.

Apple orders thriller directed by Ben Stiller and starring Adam Scott

Brittany A. Roston | Nov 8, 2019

Apple has ordered another show for its Apple TV+ streaming service, it has been announced. Called Severance, this drama will be directed by Ben Stiller who will also be serving as executive producer. Actor Adam Scott will have the leading role in the series, which revolves around a fictional workplace called Lumen Industries.

Full Apple TV+ M Night Shyamalan Servant trailer released: Watch all 7 clues

Chris Burns | Nov 6, 2019

A terrifying new vision from M. Night Shyamalan called 'Servant' is coming to Apple TV+ in November of 2019. Servant is a streaming, episodic series. This production looks every bit like a big-budget movie, the likes of which M. Night Shyamalan's created before, but it's going to come with 10 episodes. Or it'll have 10 episodes to start - we'll see.

Apple TV app arrives on Fire TV, but only the newer Stick models

Brittany A. Roston | Oct 24, 2019

The Apple TV app has officially arrived on Amazon's Fire TV platform, enabling streamers who don't own an Apple TV device to easily access Apple's content on their television. The arrival comes only days ahead of the Apple TV+ video service, which will be accessible to subscribers through the Apple TV app. Unfortunately, the app is only available on a couple of Fire TV Stick models for now, meaning many Fire TV users won't be able to access it.

Apple TV app heads to Roku as Apple prepares for November’s big launch

Eric Abent | Oct 15, 2019

We're quickly closing in on the launch of Apple TV+, and in preparation of that, Apple is rolling out its app to platforms beyond its own. Roku has announced that the Apple TV app is available on its platform beginning today. Those who download it will be able to use that app to access Apple TV+ when it launches on November 1st.

Amazon Music follows Spotify’s lead with Apple TV app

Eric Abent | Oct 10, 2019

It's been a pretty big week for Spotify. Not only did the company finally get the Siri integration it's been looking for across much of Apple's device range, but an official Spotify app went live for Apple TV as well. Never one to be outdone, Amazon has launched its own music app on Apple TV, bringing its service to Apple's media player.

It’s 2019 and Twitch finally has an official Apple TV app

Eric Abent | Oct 7, 2019

Being one of the biggest live streaming services around, Twitch is obviously something that's available on a wide array of devices. Whether you want to watch on a desktop computer, game console or smartphone, there's probably an official Twitch app you can download to do just that. Up until today, that somehow wasn't true for Apple TV, but Twitch has fixed that oversight by rolling out an official app for Apple's media player.

Apple TV+ subscription detailed: Originals, price, and availability

Brittany A. Roston | Sep 10, 2019

Apple has introduced Apple TV+, the company's new video subscription service. As expected, the company is launching a number of original shows on its new service, which the company first introduced earlier this year. During its September event today, Apple took the wraps off the rest of the details, announcing that its new service will arrive in more than 100 countries soon at a very low price point.

Hulu rolls out updated live guide on Roku and Apple TV

Brittany A. Roston | Aug 28, 2019

Hulu, the company best known for its on-demand video streaming service, also offers a live OTT television streaming plan. Customers who subscribe to Hulu Live TV will notice a new Live TV Guide going live starting today, but only on certain platforms. The rollout has kicked off for supported Roku streaming devices and Apple TV, as well as on the platform's website.

Apple TV+ subscription service leak details price and launch plans

Brittany A. Roston | Aug 19, 2019

During its March event, Apple took the wraps off Apple TV+, a new video service that was previously detailed in a number of leaks. The company had tapped a number of celebrities and other notable individuals from the movie industry as part of its announcement, saying that it will use this platform for 'original stories from the most creative minds in TV and film.'

Plex adds major new features for iOS and Apple TV

Brittany A. Roston | Jul 17, 2019

Home entertainment server software Plex has been updated with new features for the apps used to playback content, adding a couple major new features for Apple TV and iOS. For mobile users with Apple devices, logging into an account no longer requires users to manually enter a PIN, instead using the device's built-in biometric security. Apple TV, meanwhile, can now play HDR content.