Are you one who might fall asleep with the Apple TV on? This guide is for you. Apple released the Sleep Timer feature on its Apple TV with the tvOS 17 update. You can use this feature to put your device to sleep after a certain period, so you don’t need to turn off your Apple TV manually. This article explains the possible ways to turn on the Sleep Timer on your Apple TV. How to Enable Sleep Mode on Apple TV Using Control Center 1. Grab the Siri Remote and hold the Home button for 2-3 seconds. If you…
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Sometimes, like any other remote, Apple TV remotes also tend to run out of batteries. It is necessary to charge the remote if the Apple TV remote is not working. The charging steps vary depending on the Apple TV remote model you own. If you use an older White or Aluminium Apple TV remote, you need to replace the older batteries with new ones. On the other hand, if you use the latest Apple TV Siri remote, you can easily charge the remote with your iPhone charger or any compatible power adapter. Before charging, check the battery level of the…
Sometimes, the Apple TV remote becomes unresponsive and does not work properly. The primary reason for this problem is low battery power. To make it work again, you need to charge the Apple TV remote. If the Apple TV remote is not working even after charging, you can reset the remote to fix the issue. Technically, there is no way to reset the remote. You can unpair and repair the Apple TV remote to give it a fresh start. How to Reset Older Generation Apple TV Remote [White and Aluminum] 1. Hold and press the Left and Menu buttons simultaneously…
Siri Remote appearance is relatively slim, small, and smooth. Because of this design, it is quite common to lose or misplace the remote frequently. It can be difficult to find the remote once lost. Fortunately, the iOS 17 update has added a new feature to find the lost Siri remote using the Apple TV Remote app on iPhone. If your iPhone is not updated, update the iPhone to iOS 17 or later to use this feature. This new feature works for the second-generation Siri remote or later and the latest Apple TV models running on tvOS 17. Since Siri Remote…
Apple TV is equipped with several advanced features, and AirPlay is one of the features that excites most people. With the help of that, you can play the content on your Apple TV from other Apple devices, including iPhone, iPad, and Mac. To use this feature, you have to connect the Apple TV and your Apple devices to the same WIFI. You don’t need to install any third-party apps. Most streaming apps include AirPlay by default to share content from iPhone or Mac to Apple TV. If not, you can use the Screen Mirroring icon available on the control center…
It is important to update your Apple TV periodically to run with a new version. This will ensure the device has the latest security patches and features and remove the associated bugs. You can enable the automatic update option on your device settings to update the firmware automatically. For manual updating, you can navigate to the settings using your Apple TV remote. In case of a lost or damaged remote, you can use the iPhone or iPad as a remote control to carry out the update process. This article explains the possible ways to update the firmware on all Apple…
If you have just finished setting up your Apple TV for the first time, it is now time to add apps to your device. Remember that only the 4th generation or later models of Apple TVs have a dedicated App Store. If you have any of these models, you can easily download the app. If you use Apple TV 3rd generation or earlier models, you can’t find the App Store as the apps are pre-installed. Refer to the steps discussed in this guide to install new applications and games on your Apple TV within minutes. How to Install Apps on…
If you just bought the latest Apple TV 4K or picked up a pre-used Apple TV box and are looking for a guide on how to set up the device, you have come to the right place. Whether you’re setting up the device for the first time straight out of the box or setting it up after factory resetting Apple TV, it can be done within a few minutes. The 4th-generation Apple TV HD setup process is similar to the Apple TV 4K. However, the older models of Apple TV have different setup processes. To make it even easier, we…
The first thing we check for when an app stops working is an app update. Updates are often released for this very reason. If you are searching for a way to update your Apple TV apps and are unsure how to do it, our guide will help you. App updates are vital not just to clear out bugs and glitches but also to get the latest enhanced features along with solutions for software bugs and glitches. With Apple TV, you can use the automatic update option, and the job will be done as long as your Apple TV is connected…
Apple TV remote (Siri Remote) is the primary option for controlling your Apple TV. However, there are other ways to control your Apple TV as well. You wouldn’t have faced any trouble connecting the remote during the Apple TV initial setup. But pairing them back together after disconnecting them because of a malfunction could be a bit of an issue. It is absolutely normal if you aren’t sure how to pair your remote to the Apple TV after switching to a different remote or replacing a faulty one. Whatever your reasons are, we have the solution. In this article, you…