Apple TV 4K review

It's been over 10 years since Apple launched the first generation Apple TV. This year alongside the new iPhones, Apple introduced the fifth generation now supporting 4K/High Dynamic Range and appropriately called the Apple TV 4K.

Recently updated to tvOS 11.2, now graced by Amazon's recently launched Prime Video app and with Apples own TV app is rolling out internationally it's time we revisited what Steve Jobs once called a 'hobby'.

Apple TV 4K Key Features

• Video Formats: HD/4K Dolby Vision & HDR10
• Audio Formats: Dolby Digital 5.1/Dolby Digital Plus 7.1 surround sound
• Chipset: Apple A10X Fusion chip with 64-bit architecture
• Memory: 3GB RAM & 32GB or 64GB of storage capacities
• Connectivity: 802.11ac W-iFi with MIMO; simultaneous dual band (2.4GHz and 5GHz), Gigabit Ethernet and Bluetooth 5.0
• Remote: Slightly redesigned Siri remote

Main shortcomings

• Expensive
• Remote still ergonomically flawed
• Apple controlled eco-system means this is not for everyone
• No Dolby Atmos
• No 4K Youtube
• For now Amazon Prime non UHD content is Stereo only