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 remote in Apple TV Settings. Charge the remote only if the battery power is low. This article covers the procedure for charging all the Apple TV remote models.
How to Check the Battery Status of Apple TV Remote
You can manually check the battery status of the remote in the Apple TV settings. Here is how to do it.
1. Navigate to the Settings on Apple TV.
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2. Scroll down to select Remotes and Devices from the Settings menu.
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3. Click Remote from the options and scroll to the option Battery Level to check the battery status of the remote.
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How to Charge Older Generation Apple TV Remote [White or Aluminium]
If you use an older-generation White or Aluminium Apple TV remote, the procedure to charge may differ slightly based on the model. Let us see through them one by one.
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In the case of the Apple TV Aluminium remote,
1. Locate the slot at the back of the Apple remote.
2. Open the slot using a coin.
3. Remove the depleted battery present inside the remote.
4. Place the new battery inside the slot and close it.
In the Apple TV White remote,
1. Locate the battery compartment at the bottom of the Apple TV remote.
2. Open the battery compartment using a paper clip.
3. Take the battery out of the remote and replace the old batteries with new ones. Then, close the battery compartment and use the remote.
How to Charge Apple TV Siri Remote [1st, 2nd, and 3rd Generation]
Only the Apple TV Siri remotes display a notification on the Apple TV screen if the battery is low. If you see any alert, charge the remote using the steps below.
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To Charge 1st and 2nd Generation Remote,
1. On the Apple TV Siri remote, you will see a Lightning port on the bottom. Connect one end of the Lightning Cable to the Lightning port on the remote.
2. Plug the other end of the cable into the USB port on the PC or Apple USB power adapter.
3. Now, connect the power adapter to the wall outlet.
4. Now, the remote will start charging. You can also use the remote to control Apple TV while charging.
5. Make sure to charge the remote fully. It will take around 3 hours to charge fully.
To Charge 3rd Generation Siri Remote,
1. Plug one end of the USB-C cable into the USB port at the bottom of the Siri remote.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to your computer’s USB-C port or Apple USB-C power adapter.
3. Connect the Apple USB-C power adapter to the wall outlet and turn On the Switch.
4. The Siri Remote will start charging.
FAQ
You can check the battery level of the Apple TV remote by navigating to the Remote settings on your Apple TV.
A fully charged Apple TV remote lasts for a couple of months. You can check for the battery status in Apple TV settings. If the battery level is low, charge the remote.