{
  "id": 14254912,
  "title": "New Apple TV 4K and Siri Remote Have These 14 New Features",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/new-apple-tv-4k-and-siri-remote-have-these-14-new-features",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-13T17:29:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MacRumors",
    "slug": "macrumors",
    "url": "https://www.macrumors.com/2026/10/13/new-apple-tv-and-siri-remote-14-new-features/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The new Apple TV 4K and updated Siri Remote have introduced 14 new features, according to the summary provided. The most significant hardware upgrades include the A19 chip, which delivers up to 50% faster CPU performance and up to twice the graphics performance compared to the previous A15 chip. Apple is also expected to have increased the RAM to 8GB, although this needs confirmation. Another notable feature is the integration of Siri AI support, requiring an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone or iPad for personalized context-based queries. The second and third-generation Apple TV 4K models released in 2021 and 2022 will support this feature via tvOS 27.2 and later. The remote now comes with three built-in far-field microphones for hands-free voice control, although users can still opt for the traditional Siri Remote. Surround sound functionality is enhanced with the support of four HomePods, either four HomePod mini 2 speakers or a combination of front and rear pairs of HomePod mini 2 and full-sized HomePod 2 speakers. Wi-Fi 7 support has been added, surpassing the Wi-Fi 6 in the previous model, and Bluetooth 6 support has also been introduced, up from Bluetooth 5. The Apple TV 4K now offers AV1 and VP9 video support, with only a single 128GB configuration available, replacing the previous 64GB/Wi-Fi-only model. Design-wise, the white status light has been centered on the front edge, and the model weighs approximately 1% more than its predecessor. The new Siri Remote boasts Find My and Precision Finding capabilities, making it easier to locate if misplaced. This feature requires an iPhone 17 or newer (excluding iPhone 17e), iPhone Air, or iPhone Duo. Additionally, a built-in speaker in the new remote helps users find it by playing a sound. The new Apple TV 4K and Siri Remote are set to pre-order starting today and launch on November 13 in the U.S., priced at $299 for the set, with the remote available separately for $59, compatible with all Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD models since 2015.",
  "summary": "The new Apple TV 4K and updated Siri Remote unveiled today have quite a few new features, as outlined in our all-in-one summary below. Here are 11 changes coming with the new Apple TV: A19 chip, for up to 50% faster CPU performance and up to twice as fast graphics performance compared to the previous model with the A15 chip. 8GB of RAM is very likely, up from 4GB of RAM in the previous model.…",
  "key_points": [
    "A19 chip delivers 50% faster CPU performance and 2x graphics performance",
    "Siri AI support integrated with Apple Intelligence for personalized queries",
    "Remote features three built-in far-field microphones for hands-free control"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}