Apple has recently released an update to its Apple TV operating system, known as tvOS. The latest version of this system offers several new features and improvements to enhance the user experience.
In this article, we will explain how to install the latest iOS update on your Apple TV.
How to update your Apple TV manually
- Go to Settings > System > Software Updates and hit “Update Software.”
- If there’s a new update waiting for you, select “Download and Install.”
- Just sit back and let your Apple TV download the update. Keep it connected and plugged in until the process is done.
- Once the download is finished, your Apple TV will restart, get ready for the update, and then install it. And once the update is all set, your Apple TV will automatically restart again. Easy peasy!
How to update your Apple TV manually
Make updates a breeze by setting your Apple TV to automatically install new updates when they’re ready.
- Head to Settings > System > Software Updates and flip the switch on “Automatically Update.”
Now you can sit back and enjoy the latest and greatest features without lifting a finger!
Updating Your 3rd-Generation Apple TV or Older Model
If you have a 3rd-generation Apple TV or an older model, updating it is super simple. Just head to Settings > General > Software Updates. Then select “Update Software.” If there’s a new update available, hit “Download and Install.”
Pro Tip: Not sure what kind of Apple TV you have? Check out this guide from Apple to tell the difference between Apple TV devices.
Here’s the step-by-step process:
- Go to Settings > General > Software Updates.
- Select “Update Software.“
- If there’s a new update, hit “Download and Install.“
- Wait for your Apple TV to restart.
And after you update your device, don’t forget to update your apps too!
Setting Up Automatic Updates for Your Apple TV Apps Made Easy
Want to make sure your Apple TV apps are always up-to-date? Setting up automatic updates is quick and easy. Simply go to Settings > Apps and turn on “Automatically Update Apps.”
And here’s a step-by-step rundown:
- Open the Settings app on your Apple TV.
- Select “Apps.”
- Flip the switch for “Automatically Update Apps” to On.
Pro Tip: You can also turn on “Automatically Install Apps” so that newly purchased apps that have an Apple TV version will be automatically installed on your Apple TV after you download them on another Apple device like your iPhone or iPad. Just make sure you’re signed in to your Apple ID on both devices.
Updated Apple TV
- If you’re having trouble updating your Apple TV, make sure you’re connected to a Wi-Fi or Ethernet network.
- If the update progress bar seems stuck or paused, don’t freak out and unplug your device. Just give it some time to finish up. If you’ve been waiting for over an hour, hit up Apple Support before restarting or unplugging your Apple TV.
- If you run into any issues during the update, you might see a message asking you to reset all settings or restart. Try hitting the restart button first. If you see the same message again, reset all settings.
- If your Apple TV doesn’t turn on after the update, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Just follow the steps to fix it.
For any other issues, feel free to reach out to Apple Support.
