We have known for several months that Apple is working on a new generation of Apple TV. The current Apple TV 4K has been on the market for several years and is already undergoing a renovation. And now a new rumor assures that Apple will also update the order which includes the Apple TV, the so-called Siri Remote.
9to5Mac says Apple is developing a new Siri remote for the upcoming Apple TV. I still know they don’t know the details about the design or the functions it will have, but the sources of 9to5Mac reveal that the code name for this device is “B519”, the code name for the current Siri Remote “B439”.
The Apple TV remote control has always been characterized by its simplicity, Siri Remote has only 6 buttons and has a tactile surface in the upper area. It is a very technological control which includes a battery and a microphone, although it is true that for tasks like playing it is not the most suitable. Who knows if the new order will improve this facet, remember that we have also heard rumors about a possible Apple console.
A new Apple TV Remote accompanies the next Apple TV
Apple TV has a lot to do, especially with the inclusion of a more powerful processor. What if Apple decides to give you a different approachAfter all, most TVs can already use apps, the remote is essential for control.
In the latest beta versions of tvOS Apple changed the name of Siri Remote to Apple TV Remote, so it looks like from now on it will be known as Apple TV Control. It only remains to see the new model.
We don’t know when this new Apple TV will arrive, it could be at any time. This normal is that Apple is expected at the end of the year to launch this new version of Apple TV with a brand new remote control.