How does an Apple TV work?

You are not alone if you are confused with what exactly is Apple TV or even if this is the first time you are hearing of it. Though certainly not as popular as other Apple products are in the market, Apple TV is steadily getting the hype among the masses.

Want to know what exactly it is and how does Apple TV work? All you have to do is keep reading.

What Is It?

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Less than one-inch tall and four-inches along the sides, Apple TV is a device that turns your regular television set into a smart TV. The shipping of the product began in spring 2007, when it was marketed as a one-stop solution for connecting the computer with high-speed internet and watching high-definition movies on the idiot box.

What Does It Do?

Simply put, an Apple TV does everything. From streaming movies from iTunes Store and Netflix to scrolling through amusing videos on YouTube, the device takes care of all your entertainment needs. This tiny set-top-box connects to the web as well as your home entertainment system so that you can access all the internet based content on your TV.

How To Set Up Apple TV?

Anybody can conveniently set up an Apple TV. All you need to do is connect the set-top-box to your Wi-Fi router or cable modem to access the internet and connect it to the television set or other receiver using an HDMI cable. After all this is done, simply attach it to a power source and follow the basic instructions.

How Do You Control Apple TV?

Like every other set-top-box available in the market, Apple TV comes with a basic remote control that can be used for navigation through menus and select what content to watch. One question that many people ask is whether an Apple TV can be connected to another Apple device. The answer to that is yes. Using the free Remote App, which is available on iTunes/App Store, you can turn any of your iOS gadgets like an iPhone, iPod and iPad into a remote control. This feature also facilitates conveniently searching for channels and shows using an on-screen keyboard.

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What Can You Watch On Apple TV?

The device allows you to access diverse content, including TV shows, movies and music on iTunes, Netflix, Hulu as well as well as other internet-only streaming services such as WWE Network and HBO. It is an important thing to note that though you can view content from all these services, you still need to have a subscription for these.

In order to watch TV channels like ESPN, FX Now and more through Apple TV, you need an active cable subscription. In case you do, you can activate your Apple set-top-box with the cable company and enjoy the channels of your choice. Owing to the Sling TV, which is one of the few services that let you watch cable TV without having to pay for an actual subscription, is another way for you to watch your favorite TV shows.

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