Apple TV specs, price and availability

Apple's new version of its Apple TV comes with an revamped app store and voice-controlled remote control. The latest model also gets a hardware refresh and is now being powered by Apple A8 chip and is integrated with Siri. The new remote has a touch screen, mic and Wii-like motion control built-in. Apple TV is powered by tvOS, the iOS 9-based operating system.

As per the developer documentation, the new Apple TV comes with 2GB of RAM. The upgraded RAM is likely to boost the overall performance of Apple TV, resulting in faster opening of apps, navigating the interface, and better gaming performance.

Apple TV will be available in over 80 countries starting this October. The 32GB model costs $149 and the 64GB model sets you back by $199. Here are the complete specs- 

Size and Weight: 1.3 inches height x 3.9-inches width x 3.9-inches depth | 425g

Processor: A8 chip with 64-bit architecture

Storage Capacity: 32GB / 64GB

Video Formats: H.264 video up to 1080p, 60 frames per second, High or Main Profile level 4.2 or lower, H.264 Baseline Profile level 3.0 or lower with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps per channel, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats, MPEG-4 video up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats

Audio Formats: HE-AAC (V1), AAC (16 to 320 Kbps), protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV; Dolby Digital 5.1 and Dolby Digital Plus 7.1

Photo Formats: JPEG, GIF, TIFF

Ports and Interfaces: HDMI 1.4, 802.11ac Wi‑Fi with MIMO, 10/100BASE-T Ethernet, Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology, IR receiver, USB‑C for service and support, Built‑in power supply 

Compatibility: Apple TV is compatible with high-definition TVs with HDMI3, Siri Remote is compatible with Apple TV (4th generation), Remote Loop is compatible with Siri Remote

Accessibility: A variety of accessibility features help you get the most out of your new Apple TV. If you are blind, have low vision, or are deaf or hard of hearing, you can easily find and enjoy your favorite entertainment. Features include: VoiceOver, Zoom, Bold Text, Increase Contrast, Reduce Motion, Closed Caption and SDH Support, Accessibility Shortcut

Siri Remote: Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology, IR transmitter, Accelerometer and gyroscope, Lightning connector for charging, Rechargeable battery providing months of battery life on a single charge (with typical daily usage)

In the Box: Apple TV, Siri Remote, Power cord, Lightning to USB Cable, Documentation

Apple unveils the new Apple TV

Apple has unveiled its new Apple TV which features a completely refreshed hardware, a new user experience and an App store built on a new operating system. Apple is also included a new remote, which has a touch screen and Wii-like motion control built-in.

It is powered by an A8 SoC and features ethernet, power and HDMI and has Bluetooth 4.0 for its remote. The Apple TV will run on a new platform, tvOS, based on iOS

The new Apple TV is now integrated with Siri, which helps you find exactly what you're searching for. You can search for movies and TV shows via Voice command on iTunes, Netflix, HBO, Hulu and Showtime, with more services to be added over time.

Siri has been designed to understand when you say "Show me family movies, animated only" or "Show that Modern Family episode with Edward Norton" and Siri will jump right to that episode's listing in Apple TV. You can also ask Siri "who is in the movie" or "What did he/she say?" It can also get more information like sports scores and weather and display it when a movie is running.

Apple also introduced a new remote, which has tactile buttons as well as glass touch surface with menu, Siri, play/pause, plus/minus and Home buttons. You can click and swipe to quickly browse through the video you're watching. You can also use the Siri button to as for something and search results which will be displayed on the TV screen. It features Bluetooth 4.0 to to connect the TV box and control for turning on or off and adjusting volume. Other features include accelerometer, gyroscope and 3-month battery life and the recharging is done via Lightning connector.

Some of the apps that were demoed are apps from Netflix, HBO Now and Hulu with redefined and improves user interface. Apple also showcased a number of games like Galaxy On Fire, Rayman Adventures, Disney Infinity Star Wars, Guitar Hero, and more.

Apple TV: apps will be universal between Apple TV, iPad, and iPhone. Once you purchase the app on any of your iOS device, you will be able to play across all of them.

Apple TV will come in two models, 32GB model and 64GB model. The 32GB model is priced at$149 and the 64GB costs $199. It will release in October in 80 countries.