iOS 27 simplifies Apple TV software updates
▼ Summary
– iOS 27 adds the ability to install Apple TV software updates through the Home app on iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
– This eliminates the need to physically go to the Apple TV to update its firmware.
– The process is similar to updating a HomePod via the Home app.
– The feature helps users stay on top of updates, offering an alternative to unreliable auto-updates.
– iOS 27 is currently in developer beta, with a public beta expected in July and a full release later in the fall.
Alongside the sweeping updates to Siri and Apple Intelligence, iOS 27 is packed with subtle but meaningful refinements. One of the more practical, yet understated, enhancements is how it streamlines Apple TV firmware updates.
Discovered by Aaron Perris and shared on social media, iOS 27 now allows users to install Apple TV software updates directly through the Home app on an iPhone.
The change eliminates the need to physically walk over to your Apple TV whenever a new version of tvOS drops. Instead, you can simply open the Home app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, select your Apple TV, and trigger the update from there. The process mirrors how HomePod software updates are handled, offering a familiar and convenient workflow.
This feature, though small, removes a common friction point for keeping your Apple TV up to date. While automatic updates are available, they can be inconsistent. With this new option, users have a more reliable, remote method for ensuring their device is running the latest software.
iOS 27 is currently available to developers in beta, with the second beta released just today. Apple has confirmed a public beta will launch in July, followed by a full release to all users later this fall.
(Source: 9to5Mac)
