Apple Inc. created and sells Apple TV, a digital media player and handheld console. It is a tiny piece of network appliance hardware that outputs audio and video from received media files to a television or other external display.
It has been an HDMI-compliant source device since the second generation model, and in order for it to work, it must be connected to a high-definition or widescreen television using HDMI.
Because Apple TV lacks built-in controls, it can only be operated remotely via an Apple Remote, a Siri Remote, or some other infrared remotes. Apple TV has been running tvOS with a number of pre-installed software programs since the fourth generation model.
Local media sources, streaming media services, TV Everywhere-based services, sports journalism, and broadcasts are just a few of its media offerings.
Do I need a special TV for Apple TV 4K?
You’ll need a TV that supports 4K, HDR, and Dolby Vision as well as a sound system that is Dolby Atmos compatible in order to fully enjoy the audio and visual features of Apple TV 4K.