New tvOS 27.2 features to try for an upgraded Apple TV experience
Apple's tvOS 27.2 update isn't a particularly transformative one, but it still introduces a handful of new features that are worth checking out.
Apple recently unveiled tvOS 27.2, a new update for Apple TV that brings a few welcome additions to the user experience. While there are no major changes, several features stand out as enhancements.
One notable addition is the ability to shuffle through different screen saver categories. Previously, users had to choose a single category, but tvOS 27.2 introduces a "Shuffle" option that cycles through Aerials, Memories, Portraits, and Snoopy, ensuring a different visual experience each time the screen saver mode is activated.
Another useful feature is the option to select specific photos for the screensaver without sharing the entire photo library. This is particularly helpful for those who share their home with others and wish to maintain privacy regarding their personal photos.
Apple has also improved the FaceTime experience on Apple TV. FaceTime links have been updated, making it easier to join a call directly from the device. Additionally, FaceTime now supports third-party sign language interpreters and live captioning services, enhancing accessibility for users with hearing impairments.
For those using the new Apple TV 4K, a small improvement in the Siri Remote is worth noting. The remote now includes speaker functionality, allowing users to easily locate it if misplaced. Moreover, the Find My app now recognizes the remote, streamlining the process of locating it compared to previous methods.
In terms of accessibility, movies and shows on the Apple TV app now support American Sign Language (ASL) and British Sign Language (BSL), which can be toggled on using player controls or through the Settings menu. Furthermore, the TV app has introduced profile support for iPhone and iPad users, syncing with their Apple TV. New characters have been added to the profile selection screen, adding a personal touch for those sharing their Apple TV with others or having children at home.
Lastly, the Apple Music icon has been updated to a new black-and-white design, matching the aesthetic changes introduced in iOS 27.2. This update is free and available for the second-generation Apple TV 4K (released in 2021) and later models.
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