tvOS 17

Apple has issued the first release candidate versions of more upcoming software updates. Following iOS 17.4 RC last week, Apple just dropped release candidate versions of visionOS 1.1, macOS 14.4, watchOS 10.4, and tvOS 17.4.

We’ve been hearing rumors about Apple’s future plans for the HomePod, and 9to5Mac reported last year that the company has been internally running tvOS on a modified iPad mini to see how a new HomePod with a built-in display would work. With tvOS 17.4 beta, we found evidence of an unreleased device that could be the rumored HomePod with a screen.

Following the release of iOS 17.3, macOS Sonoma 14.3, and watchOS 10.3, Apple is also releasing the tvOS 17.3 update for Apple TV users. There’s also a HomePod Software update available, so read on as we detail what’s new with today’s update.

It looks like we have more release candidate version 2 updates upon us. tvOS 17.2 RC 2 for Apple TV has just arrived alongside the second RC version of the upcoming HomePod software update. We’ll update our coverage if/when iOS 17.2 reaches RC 2 as well.

Apple has been running tests with tvOS 17.2 beta for some time now, and the update brings changes to the Apple TV operating system – and it looks like Apple is still tweaking a few things. With the latest beta of tvOS 17.2 available to developers, the company has changed the behavior of the Siri button on the Apple TV Remote.

The first tvOS 17.2 beta for Apple TV just dropped, and it includes a new way to navigate within the TV app.

Update: One day later, Apple has released public beta versions as well. The new update brings changes to Apple Music, AirDrop, and more.

Now that iOS 17 is the latest shipping software, Apple is ready to move on to iOS 17.1 for developer beta testers. The first iOS 17.1 beta is now available for iPhones with developer beta updates enabled.

Following the release of iOS 17 and watchOS 10, Apple is today also rolling out tvOS 17 and HomePod Software 17 for Apple TV and HomePod users. Read on as we detail what’s new with these software updates.

Apple today confirmed during its “Wonderlust” event that tvOS 17 and HomePod Software 17 will be released to the public next week, on September 18. Once available, the updates can be downloaded and installed on compatible Apple TVs and HomePods.

Following the announcement that iOS 17 is set to be officially launched for iPhone users next week, Apple has now released the iOS 17 RC (Release Candidate) to developers and beta users. This means that users currently running the iOS 17 beta can now install the version that’s expected to become available to the general public in a few days.

Fire up those software updates, folks, iOS 17 beta 5 is now available. The fifth developer beta versions of iPadOS 17, tvOS 17, watchOS 10, and macOS Sonoma are also out today.

Following the release of the first iOS 17 public beta, Apple is also rolling out tvOS 17 for Apple TV and HomePods registered in the Apple Beta Software Program. With public betas, users can now get a preview of the new software coming this fall. Read on as we detail what’s new and how to install tvOS 17 beta on your devices.

Here we go, folks. iOS 17 beta 3 is out and we’re digging in to see what’s new. New betas for macOS Sonoma, watchOS 10, iPadOS 17, HomePod OS 17, tvOS 17, and the Apple Studio Display are also out now.

FaceTime is coming to the Apple TV for the first time this fall. With iOS 17 and tvOS 17, you’ll be able to use your iPhone as your TV’s webcam while everyone on the video call appears on the big screen. That’s not the only camera-required experience coming to the Apple TV, either.

Apple continues to add more ways to personalize your Apple TV experience in ways that best suit your needs. tvOS 17 goes further with a new photo memories screensaver and more, all without a way to backup and restore Apple TV.

A range of valuable upgrades come with tvOS 17 from a redesigned Control Center, FaceTime on the big screen, native VPN support, the ability to find the Siri Remote, and more. Follow along for how to install tvOS 17 beta on your Apple TV.

If you’re an iOS or macOS user, you may be familiar with VPN apps, which easily help you connect to a VPN on your devices. However, Apple TV lacks this feature, forcing users to set up a VPN directly in their router. But starting with tvOS 17, Apple will finally allow developers to release VPN apps in the Apple TV App Store.

Following the release of betas for iOS 17, macOS Sonoma, and watchOS 10, Apple is also rolling out the first beta of tvOS 17 to developers. The update brings a redesigned Control Center for Apple TV, plus a new way to find your Siri Remote with iPhone and FaceTime on Apple TV for the first time.