Testseek.co.uk have collected 233 expert reviews of the Apple TV G4 and the average rating is 78%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Apple TV G4 .
November 2015
(78%)
233 Reviews
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2519 Reviews
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The editors liked
Apps and games aplenty
Bluetooth game controller support
Siri universal search
Amazon wins on picture and sound
Apple has better voice search
Amazon has more apps and UHD video
Amazon features USB and MicroSD
The new remote is great. The swiping takes a little getting used to. (I suggest slowing down the sensitivity in settings.) Otherwise
It looks great
And it feels great in your hand. It's not perfect
But it's the best set-top box remote I've used and I'v
Good picture and sound
Lovely remote control
Good voice recognition
Cross-platform search
AirPlay with iOS devices
TvOS is a huge improvement
Allows third
Party apps
Third-party games and apps
Stable and responsive
Siri could be a game-changer
Very fast
Easy set-up
The new Apple TV delivers the most polished video experience today
With speedy reactions and a familiar yet attractive interface. It has the best remote on the market. Siri's voice search makes finding stuff to watch even easier
Really slick interface
Siri can be excellent
App Store is growing well…
Excellent SIri integration. She never misunderstands what I say. The app-based approach to television is a winner
Even if it's just a bit ahead of its time right now. A refreshing interface that is at once both new and familiar
Easy set up
Fabulous Siri remote
Great content search
App Store
Siri integration
Excellent picture with 4K content
Slick
Speedy operation
Great range of 4K films on iTunes
Slick and powerful
Siri voice controls are great
Growing app store
Clever remote
Seamless setup
If you own an iPhone
Interface is easy to pick up
Siri Remote works well
Voice search and control brilliant
4K HDR/Dolby Vision support means great visuals
Affordable 4K movies in iTunes store - and whatever you buy will be upgraded to best quality as and when available
Cross-service Siri search
Easy and fun to use
Fantastic remote control
Zippy operation
TvOS versions of apps are great
AirPlay mirroring
Dolby Vision support
TvOS interface is slick
Amazing for photos
Especially Moments
Powerful processor
Excellent and responsive interface
Extensive selection of apps
Cheaper movies on iTunes
Existing iTunes library upgraded for free
Attractive design and great build quality
Watch movies in 4K so they appear clearer and sharper than those in HD
Providing you have a compatible TV the Apple TV can handle both Dolby Vision and the HDR formats so no matter which 4K TV you have
You'll be able to play the shows and movies
If you
The editors didn't like
No 4K support
No iPhone app
No Bluetooth keyboard support
App discovery could be better
Siri search doesn't work for music
Apple TV more expensive
Typing is a chore on Apple
The walled garden is rubbish
But I wouldn't expect anything different from Apple. There is hope
Since the new Apple TV will get new apps and new ways to explore content. For now
It kind of feels like that first generation of iOS where you could use any
Expensive
Lacking apps
Half
Baked Siri
Not enough content yet
Remote needs work
Lacking some key apps
Siri Remote can irk
Apps from most major UK terrestrial channels are missing
As are services such as Sky's Now TV and Amazon Video. Apple TV costs more than similar devices such as the Roku
Amazon Fire TV and Chromecast. Non-entertainment apps aren't very compelling yet
…but some key apps are missing
Text entry is really bad
No 4K
App Store discoverability is a mess. Search in general across tvOS can use a lot of improvement. Lack of dictation support is frustrating. Launch week apps and games leave something to be desired. Very few outstanding apps and games available right now
Lack of apps
High price
No 4K future-proofing
Onscreen keyboard is torturous to use
Limited genrebased listings on App Store
No YouTube 4K or Amazon (yet)
Upscaling not always perfect
Remote not great for gaming
Automatic upscaling not always a benefit
Some key apps missing
Need to be an iPhone user to get the most out of it
Sparse app store
Parental controls need tightening
Expensive hardware purchase
Many 4K TVs offer same streaming services
No Dolby Atmos sound (yet)
No way to type a password using the Remote app
New onscreen keyboard is torturous to use
Bluetooth keyboards aren't supported
Does not support 4K
No optical digital audio port
Lacks some key apps
No expandable storage
No Dolby Atmos support
Single format output
No auto refresh rate selection
Remote can be annoying
Still very US-centric
There are no apps for All 4
My5 and ITV Hub instead
You need to play these on your iPhone or iPad and use AirPlay
Doesn't come with a HDMI cable you'll need to purchase one separately
In the end, the new Apple TV is most definitely a huge upgrade over the previous Apple TV model by far, and if money isn't a huge concern for you, you should absolutely upgrade to it.However, depending on your usage, you might actually be better off with...
Published: 2015-12-21, Author: Adam , review by: gizmodo.com
The new remote is great. The swiping takes a little getting used to. (I suggest slowing down the sensitivity in settings.) Otherwise, it looks great, and it feels great in your hand. It's not perfect, but it's the best set-top box remote I've used and I'v
The walled garden sucks, but I wouldn't expect anything different from Apple. There is hope, since the new Apple TV will get new apps and new ways to explore content. For now, it kind of feels like that first generation of iOS where you could use any app
If you buy a lot of stuff on iTunes, Apple TV is a great choice. But the real question is whether you should just buy the old and rather terrific Apple TV instead of shelling out an extra $80 for the new one. The remote alone doesn’t justify the price dif...
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Published: 2015-12-18, Author: Tim , review by: makeuseof.com
Abstract: After months of speculation about Apple building an actual, glass-and-pixels television, the company unleashed a brand new version of its living room set-top companion instead.It's been nearly three years since Apple refreshed its relatively inexpensive m...
My old TV had just two HDMI ports, so I had to be selective about what I left plugged in. Even now, with more inputs to fill, I still limit myself to two set-top boxes. The new Apple TV has replaced its predecessor in one of those ports, but it hasn't rem...
1080p 60fps, Internet video, Apps on the TV, iOSstyle gaming, Siri voice control.
4K, Video recording, Amazon on the TV, PS4or Xbox Onestyle gaming, "Always listening" voice control
The new Apple TV took a long time to get here. Two and a half years long. Yet the version we got is still coming in "hot". There are a lot of incredible ideas here, not all of which are feature-complete. That duality—amazing Siri for video but none for mu...
New interface is refined and attractive, Siri remote is a much-needed upgrade, Voice search works well, Solid app and gaming support
No 4K support, On-screen keyboard is still clumsy
The new Apple TV offers the most refined streaming interface yet, with a remote that's a step ahead of the competition. Its voice search actually works well, and even at this early stage, there are plenty of worthwhile apps and games. If you need 4K thou...
Published: 2015-11-13, Author: Michael , review by: computerworld.com
Siri voice control, App Store offers use of wide selection of thirdparty apps, can control other HDMI devices, attractive new UI with beautiful screensavers, easy access to iTunes content
Occasional crashes, oldfashioned and irritating text entry, no keyboard support, no way to control Apple TV with other iOS devices
In the end, the question is: Is the new Apple TV worth buying?The hardware is small and unobtrusive, though it's slightly taller than previous models; the software is version 1.0, with an interesting mix of fun and frustrating moments; and the App Store a...
Abstract: Previous generation Apple TV L the original Apple TV M and the new 4th generation Apple TV R Photo by Brad MoonApple's fourth generation Apple TV has been on shelves for nearly two weeks now, and I've been testing one since it was first released After a t...
Limited app support at the moment, Siri can only be used on limited areas, No optical audio port
The Apple TV has evolved from a mere accessory to a full-blown setup box. The device has great potential, but it will take a while before apps made for the platform gains some traction...
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Published: 2015-11-06, Author: David , review by: wired.com
Its Netflix loads faster than your Netflix. Even without the TV stuff, there's a great gaming machine inside the Apple TV. The remote is superversatile. Apps probably are the future of TV
The remote is superfrustrating. Setting everything up will leave you wanting to commit crimes. Siri and the App Store both have some work left to do
