Streaming media services are limited. No Hulu Plus
The new Apple TV is just a 1080p version of the old Apple TV with updated firmware, but it's still one of the best ways to watch your videos on your HDTV....
Dead-simple user interface and setup, Attractive, unobtrusive design, AirPlay makes screen mirroring a snap
Remote lacks QWERTY keyboard, needs line of sight, Lacks major streaming services like Hulu Plus, Pandora, Sometimes sluggish browsing, Requires iTunes for network sharing
Short of AirPlay and an idiot-proof interface, the current Apple TV offers little that can’t be found elsewhere, and lacks plenty that can. ...
So who should buy an Apple TV 3rd gen?iPad or iPhone Accessory – People who want to use the Apple TV as a portal to their TV for viewing content or streaming audio should go get one, with one exception. If you have a 2nd gen model, don't bother.Set-top Bo...
It's the only option for streaming iTunes content, Apple Music, HomeKit, and AirPlay further extend the box's usefulness, App-driven home screen is easy to understand, Fairly cheap for a high-end set-top box, Only platform that still lacks voice search
Outdated hardware translates to long loading times, Limited app selection, Remote is overly simplistic and depends on line of sight
Published: 2012-03-08, Author: Matthew , review by: cnet.com
The Apple TV lets you stream all the video content in the iTunes Store to your HDTV, with purchases stored in the cloud. Netflix, Hulu, HBO, YouTube and dozens of other online services are available, plus music, videos, and photos can be streamed from iOS
Lacks the app store, improved remote and voice functionality of the 2015 Apple TV. The competing Roku 2 and 3 offer more content sources (including Amazon Instant) and cross-platform search. And the Apple TV platform is less of a streaming standout if you
While it offers fewer native channels than the competition, the Apple TV is an indispensable living-room companion for anyone who's already invested in the iTunes and Apple hardware ecosystems.
Published: 2017-01-18, Author: Matt , review by: macworld.co.uk
Relatively inexpensive settop box, Easy to use, Stylish
Not much content, Really ties you into iTunes
There is a lot to like about the third-gen Apple TV. It's well-built and easy to use. But it offers access to a limited range of content; the Apple TV - at least in the UK - still doesn't offer the variety of content offered by much of the competition. Pl...
It's taken a while, but Apple TV 3rd gen has moved from being a very average media streamer, into a powerful one. With support for all of the major streaming services (Apple, Netflix and Amazon Prime Instant Video), Apple TV gives you access to the majori...
Abstract: It's been a long time since Apple updated the Apple TV, the last significant update was back in 2012 - although there was a minor update in 2013, if you are being pedantic - either way, the old Apple TV was based on at least three year old technology, and...
Keeping all of the above in mind and trying to make a sound judgement, I'd have to hand the Apple TV as the winner. It's the better option for those that are after a rather traditional, full-featured media streamer. The biggest selling point here is that...
Smooth operation, Excellent integration (for Apple devices),
Limited app options, Too closed for non-Apple users,
The Apple TV is a gorgeous piece of kit, and for those who have bought into Apple's way everything is lovely.But we don't think that's enough anymore, especially when similar money buys more versatile options, such as the Roku 3. Loosen up, eh, Apple?See...
