15 Must-Know Apple TV Tips and Hidden Features

[@misterman9816]

Most underrated Apple product in my opinion.

[@beardfm]

Agreed!

[@GoldenShiverr]

I’ve been saving up money for one the tvs great from what I’ve seen

[@Walkerchampa]

@@amirreza537why do you need a browser on your tv

[@ccryse06]

@@amirreza537who needs browser on a tv?

[@XEVANSAWYER]

The fact that you can close your garage with your Apple TV remote is baller bro😂 I love it

[@geolykos]

Just installed a smart garage opener yesterday and using Apple Home to control it. It’s amazing!

[@kristinotto102]

FaceTime on Apple TV has been a game changer for my 4 young kids (6 and under). Everyone can see and be seen when we call out of town family members. We literally upgraded our ATV HD to the 4K version for this feature alone and it’s so worth it 😂

[@beardfm]

That’s awesome!

[@LivingWithDragon]

I hadn’t thought to set up my VPN on my Apple TV. Good tip.

[@beardfm]

Great when traveling too!

[@rizanarizu7819]

Hi i have lost my apple tv. Can i get any advise how to find out.

[@rizanarizu7819]

Hi can i know how i can find my lost apple tv

[@Zinberry]

Great video. Here’s an idea for an Apple TV Shortcut: wait 15 seconds and press the center button on the Apple TV remote so that it presses the ‘Skip’ button during KZbin ads.

[@Chikowski101]

Stephen you air tag your apple tv remote? man I really respect u and I really aspire to be as successful as you are ! I love apple insider podcast keep up the great work !

[@beardfm]

Appreciate that! And you should check out my current tech podcast 👀 primarytech.fm

[@jpileggi1]

Fantastic job sir! You are a wealth of information for the Apple ecosystem and Apple Shortcuts. I never miss an episode.

[@beardfm]

Appreciate that!

[@bhavyajhaveri9318]

Hey...how did you get home option on the control center...i don't have it in mine...i have matter accessories added to my apple home...but i dont have the option in my apple tv control center

[@geolykos]

Instead of typing to search I use voice commands. It’s actually a lot faster and more accurate on Apple TV than it is on the iPhone. I also use it to switch apps. You only need to say the name of the app and it will open it straight away.

[@beardfm]

I need to try using more voice commands for sure.

[@pampurrs88]

Where did you find the remote app for your iPhone? I have searched the App Store high and low and cannot find it. Please let me know.

[@Bricent]

On your iPhone Go to settings then scroll down to Control center and scroll down then you click on the plus sign where u see Apple TV remote and when that’s done u can swipe down you will see the remote control option!!

[@pampurrs88]

Awesome! Thank you.

[@ront335]

With or without an AirTag, those silicone covers for Apple TV remotes are essential. They makes the remote even easier to hold, they keeps the remote from sliding around on the couch or in bed thus getting lost, and they come in different colors. I know some Apple design purist types will object to these, but they are really useful.

[@beardfm]

Ergonomics vastly improve for sure.

[@kissthesky40]

soy

[@krishnakantpetkar3183]

How can we share purchased apps from Apple TV device to your iPhone (under same Apple ID)

[@onde_onde0]

Thank you, i just got it. I was only using the Atmos feature, now that I've seen your tips, it is now 100% unlocked😚

[@beardfm]

Awesome!

[@binwahab]

Thanks for your awesome video about tips If I have 2 houses on HomeKit how can I switch between them on Apple TV?

[@JoeKnowsWorst]

I did the same thing, found a cheap silicone cover for my Apple TV remote that has a space for an AirTag, it’s awesome, also much easier to grip with a case like that :)

[@beardfm]

Yes! Ergonomics immediately improved.

[@robertonunez1047]

Any idea why Dolby Atmos is no longer working on Apple TV 4K?

[@shabba194]

How to I make the Home Screen dark? I’m in dark mode but Home Screen is still bright

[@user-xc4eh4kp9n]

Great content! I was wondering can you download any movie or show and watch it later with no internet? Say on a long flight?

[@beardfm]

Thanks! And not on Apple TV unfortunately. Only on iPhone / iPad / Mac

[@milospavic]

Can you tell me if the series Harlots is available in 2160p HDR or dolby vision?

[@HughD]

Stephen, you always do a great job with your videos. Even though I consider myself reasonably competent with things like the ATV, I find that in watching your videos on a particular topic I always learn something or refresh my memory on something I once knew but have forgotten. Thanks and keep up the good work. I hope more viewers will subscribe to your channel as you certainly deserve to be over 100K.

[@beardfm]

Means a lot, thank you for saying that 🙏🏻

[@juliantijerina1066]

Is this only with the Newest APPLE TV 4K?

[@beardfm]

Many of these are available on the last 1080p version as well

[@juliantijerina1066]

@@beardfm Thanks!

[@JimFantazzia]

How do I make my background black like yours, I have it set to dark, but it’s more grey and your screens especially the settings are way more black then mine, I have the latest 4K model.

[@echoduce]

Very helpful tips. I’m in the process of setting up my Apple TV and home automation integration. BTW saw that you have a snake cam. You must live in Florida

[@beardfm]

Haha that's cold, but yes, I am in Florida! Originally from NY though. And if you're looking for home automation ideas: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJuwiZ58ra55m5Ysi=Ya7iuJP3jv7DM8_O

[@richielovin91]

Amazing information, Sir 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@beardfm]

Appreciate that!

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

Can confirm, the Spigen airtag case is a game changer.

[@cleansport3757]

But how do you use Apple TV to play Atmos content via an AV receiver without having to have a projector or television turned ON? Can you? Thanks N

[@beardfm]

You can always turn the TV off after you start playing I believe, and depending on your receiver some of them offer Atmos music playback built-in with the receiver-specific app.

[@cleansport3757]

@@beardfm Thanks for the response

[@sami86don]

How to add homekit icon on Apple TV?

[@curtispazarjr4985]

Great review!!!!!

[@beardfm]

Appreciate it!

[@littlebluedinosaur]

We definitely need some snake cam! 🐍 good tip with VPN, thanks for great content as always

[@beardfm]

Haha snake cam is fun for sure!

[@JC88-i9]

Greetings What brand of cameras do you use with The Home interface

[@beardfm]

Logitech Circle View, Tapo, and Aqara

[@JC88-i9]

@@beardfm is there a bridge that you have to connect to allow them on the Home app ? Or do they connect directly to the home app? Thanks

[@quiz.oclock]

Great video! I’ve been trying to get the remote on my phone to control the TV volume, but it doesn’t work, just turns the volume up and down on my phone… Any tips? It works fine with the actual Apple TV remote 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@beardfm]

And you have that setting I showed in the video enabled?

[@quiz.oclock]

@@beardfm Yup all identical 🤷🏼‍♂ It used to work with my phone when I was using my HomePods as TV output, but I can't change the TV volume with my phone😭

[@bryannicol3097]

I have the exact same situation. The setting is on as directed in the video but my phone does not change the tv volume, only the phone volume.

[@MicSolace]

Found this out by accident, but You can also bring up the accessibility shortcuts by double tapping the back button

[@beardfm]

Good call!

[@BrianFoster-y5k]

2:10 how do I get the keyboard to come up on my phone all the time? I don’t care for the touchpad often,but it seems to only give me that. I get the keypad randomly but I don’t know how or when it’s going to happen. I prefer the keyboard more for faster searches, logins, etc.

[@beardfm]

Unfortunately you can’t control when it happens. IT tried to surface the keyboard when it detects text input, and the numpad for pin or account codes

[@Oli-ytPremium]

I’ve been looking for a night shift alternative on the Apple TV since it’s not on there 😢. That light sensitivity feature is great

[@beardfm]

Glad that helped!

[@VinyVINY-od3px]

Activating Control TVs and Receivers may be problematic : in my case switching On the Apple TV with my Apple TV remote was also switching On my Sony Blu-Ray player (and reciprocally the Sony remote was also switching On my Apple TV). I had to de-activates this setting.

[@Eclipses915]

I got to start using Apple TV again the update seems interesting

[@RoloSolis81]

Excellent!

[@beardfm]

Appreciate it!

[@michael68262]

So you can leave ur tv on and use the remote/siri to control half ur house?

[@CorporateMotions]

Love this video, and all the Apple tips you do.

[@beardfm]

Appreciate it! Will keep em coming

[@Truth-op3be]

Thanks going to buy Apple TV tomorrow

[@omarmmzn]

I used Shield for years and though I will miss the Ai upscale feature greatly. The ATV (Which I bought yesterday) is so much better performance wise. It never stutters, the gestures are better, the remote feels premium, the UI is better, and the apps UI is also better, the software in general is far superior. Also, Spatial audio with my air pods is *chefs kiss*

[@beardfm]

Hadn’t used the shield so appreciate your comparison!

[@wokethelast8498]

Don’t forget guys Apple TV doesn’t have those weird UI ads like roku

[@nickk2727]

Can you set up shortcut or time automations for the accessibility features? I want the light sensitivity to kick on at 11pm and turn off at 6am.

[@beardfm]

Unfortunately those settings aren't available in Shortcuts to automate.

[@josephdelvin7771]

What camera system do you use that works with the Apple TV?

[@beardfm]

You can use your iPhone in continuity camera mode!

[@PikaPower131313]

How is gaming off airplay? Could you play Genshin or COD mobile?

[@beardfm]

It's laggy, wouldn't recommend for games like that.

[@JoeKnowsWorst]

A much easier way to toggle between the TV app and your home screen is just simply hitting the home button :) you can choose which (home screen/TV app) is the default but if you’re at the TV app and just hit the home button, it goes back to your app grid.. much easier than holding the home button, at least in that example :)

[@beardfm]

I should've highlighted that feature, for sure. But I like holding the back button if I'm in an app or watching something to go to the app grid, and the flexibility of tapping the TV icon for the "Up Next" view.

[@syahrulniezam]

Does VPN need to subscribe?

[@beardfm]

Many of the VPN apps are paid, yes.

[@tomgroth2898]

Great review. Used to love Roku. Apple TV is so much faster and better than any Tv operating system. Another feature is if you have multiple Apple TV’s, you can have them all be identical in real time. Change apps on one will change the others.

[@beardfm]

Yes! Home Screen sync is awesome.

[@fulcrum8108]

reduce white point has been far more helpful for me with dimming the tv, i don’t like the hue that light sensitivity adds

[@beardfm]

Ah good tip!

[@Nik_tech000]

What’s the wallpaper?

[@650Swift]

I don’t see that menu when I select remote on my iPhone

[@beardfm]

Make sure you’re on the latest tvOS

[@Vikhas1984]

Thanks! Great tips!

[@nchia]

I’d love the ability to put the passcode through my Apple Watch.

[@theelysium]

Multi-Task Mode?? I thought was App Switcher??

[@beardfm]

App Switcher is probably a more apt name

[@EricPinho]

TvOS 17 breaks audio with some sounds bars(Sonos beam) atoms is the issue.

[@beardfm]

Really? I have a Beam and Arc with Apple TVs running tvOS 17 and they've been fine.

[@fruitarian]

I heard from a reliable source that the Apple TV will change my life? If it doesn't , can I return it?

[@peterledniczky]

excellent video, now it really feels Apple TV is a next gen product, everything else is way behind.

[@beardfm]

I’ve tried Amazon Fire, Chromecast, and various Smart TVs, TV is def the best.

[@RobertoDWK]

Apple tv and NVIDIA shield are top 1 🎉

[@peterledniczky]

@@RobertoDWK I have the Shield Pro as well, not even close.

[@dhauxx]

Ever since the last major update the control centre randomly pops up twice when I switch the Apple TV on, which is annoying because the amount of times it's popped up just as I'm clicking on an app and end up switing it off instead.

[@beardfm]

That's odd, I haven't experienced that. 17.5 should be out soon though, may be a bug.

[@dhauxx]

@@beardfm I Just found out it was because of the auto power setting on my LG C2 TV, turned that off and it fixed the issue.

[@serjfernezian]

Sadly i don't have VPN apps on my apple tv 4k. I think cause i live in Lebanon 🇱🇧. 😢

[@mohamedrami7703]

Thank very much mister

[@beardfm]

Welcome!

[@RachelMellema]

In Parental Controls I wish there was a function to hide certain tv show/movie genres

[@Patrick-iq8du]

My Apple TV FaceTime is not working, It's saying ' the recipient cannot receive FaceTime calls from Apple TV ' every time I try to call someone. Could someone help me out please.

[@mrpmj00]

We love Apple Music lossless

[@ksharp02]

Restarting the Apple TV with the remote buttons does not work for me.

[@beardfm]

What model TV / Remote do you have?

[@ksharp02]

@@beardfm it’s the 2021 Apple TV 4K model

[@CarlosCirilo]

VPN has been a game changer!

[@beardfm]

It's a great addition for sure!

[@flappospammo]

Love my atv

[@beardfm]

And it's getting big updates with tvOS 18 this Fall too!

[@Texas_Ce]

I swear find my remote feature is horrible

[@beardfm]

Hence the AirTag case for me!

[@mourip]

Great tips but no more coffee for you...

[@beardfm]

Working on slowing down 😅

[@TechHeadB]

Anyone else's homekit cameras never want to act right when trying to view them from the ATV? It takes me like 3 tries to get the video to actually show real time. Never the first time

[@Jobi17tsc]

Bro should attach another airtag to his tv remote airtag just in case he needs to find that airtag

[@beardfm]

Not a bad idea...

[@Barleyleg]

How do y’all “lose” remotes - and then spend money in order to “find” them? It’s not like you left it at the grocery store. It’s a living room, for Christ’s sake! Baffling. Just baffling. lol Good video, btw

[@beardfm]

appreciate it! And with three kids, I'll claim they are the culprits.

[@Barleyleg]

@@beardfm Valid point! I retract everything I said. Lol.

[@a7xrotary]

How do i do all that without a shitphone

[@kencarruthers6714]

Great tips. But it’s useless to me without a live TV guide and I’m not prepared to pay for the privilege of one that should come free. Thanks anyway.

[@michaelmyersplays4992]

Tv guide ? Are you 60 unc

[@AR21]

Streaming services don't come with a TV guide.

[@llbpll]

It doesn’t play DVDs either, what an oversight.

[@itsmeoli3705]

@@llbpllI’m just annoyed Apple didn’t make it support Betamax

[@SuperDraupnir]

Why would you watch TV?

[@CDubya.82]

Big Tip: Don't have one

[@kissthesky40]

Soy

[@jherigleaton9867]

Talk waaayyyy tooooo fast.

[@mattlong568]

Worthless.

[@bboybrumley]

Apple TV is terrible. Phone app keeps opening constantly when trying to us the TV remote, and siri incorrectly finishes your searches. Horrible experience. Would not recommend if your TV is already smart.

[@curtispazarjr4985]

Great review!!!!!

[@beardfm]

Appreciate it!