Not every Apple TV 4K is getting tvOS 27 — here's how to tell if your box is eligible
The latest tvOS 27 update brings many changes to the Apple TV 4K experience. Here's what's new and which devices are eligible.
Apple has launched the latest tvOS 27 update for Apple TV 4K, but not all devices will receive the upgrade. The new software version is available for Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen and 2nd Gen) users. To determine if your Apple TV 4K is eligible for tvOS 27, navigate to Settings > General > About on the device's home screen. The model numbers for each generation are: Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen with Ethernet) - A2843, Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) - A2737, Apple TV 4K (2nd Gen) - A2169, and Apple TV 4K (1st Gen) - A1842.
Non-4K Apple TV models are not eligible for the update. The update brings a variety of improvements, including a refreshed Control Center, enhanced app-launch speeds, and quicker AirPlay connections. It also introduces text size adjustments across the platform, as well as improved audio and navigational features for Apple Music and Apple Podcasts.
While the 3rd-generation Apple TV 4K remains the most capable version, there is currently no announcement regarding a new 4th-generation device.
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