When it comes to streaming, most people know the usual drill: Netflix, YouTube, chill. But Apple TV? Whether you’re new to the Apple ecosystem or just haven’t explored all the nooks and crannies of your little black box, this post is here to uncover the top 10 things you didn’t know Apple TV can do. Let’s dive in.
1. Control Your Smart Home with Apple TV
Apple TV is also a HomeKit hub. So, basically, you can manage smart lights, locks, cams, and a bunch of other stuff straight from your TV. No need for your phone. Just use Siri on the remote and say, “Turn off the living room lights.”
With the latest Apple TV update, the integration with HomeKit devices is smoother and more intuitive than ever.
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2. Pair Two Pairs of AirPods for Shared Listening
Apple TV supports dual audio with AirPods, meaning you and a friend (or partner who always talks during movies) can both connect your own AirPods and enjoy the film without waking up the whole neighborhood.
3. Use Apple TV as a Fitness Coach
Got an Apple Watch? Launch the Fitness+ app on your Apple TV, and you’ve got a personal trainer on the big screen. Your Apple Watch shows your stats live while you’re working out and flashes them on your TV as it happens. Calories burned, heart rate, workout rings—Apple’s set to make you the best version of yourself.
4. Turn Your iPhone into a Keyboard for Apple TV
Typing your Netflix password with the remote is like trying to paint with a toothpick. But if your iPhone is nearby, it automatically gives you a keyboard prompt when Apple TV needs text input. Type faster, search smarter, and save your thumb muscles for gaming.
5. Cast Photos and Videos in Real Time with AirPlay
Got friends over? Or just want to relive that vacation where you took 1,042 photos of the same beach? AirPlay from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac directly to your Apple TV with just a tap. You don’t have to bother sending stuff or messing around with HDMI wires anymore. You can also cast YouTube, TikTok, or even presentations.
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6. Stream Audio to Multiple Speakers
Thinking your Apple TV is just about the visuals? Think again. With AirPlay 2, you can stream audio from Apple TV to multiple HomePods or AirPlay-compatible speakers. That means full-house sound—music in the kitchen, movie dialogue in the living room, ambient jazz in the bathroom, whatever floats your Apple-powered boat.
7. Mirror Your Mac for a Bigger Display
Working on something on your Mac but want a bigger screen? Just mirror your Mac’s display to your Apple TV. Perfect for presentations, editing, or just showing off your latest Canva masterpiece. This is especially smooth if both devices are on the same Wi-Fi and updated with the latest Apple TV update.
8. Play Console-Style Games with a Controller
Did you know your Apple TV can handle legit gaming? Thanks to the Apple Arcade subscription and support for Bluetooth controllers (like PS5 or Xbox controllers), your Apple TV can double as a gaming console. From platformers to racing games, there’s a surprising variety, and no downloads taking up your phone storage.
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9. Use Picture-in-Picture for Multitasking
With Picture-in-Picture, you can shrink down that movie or show while browsing the App Store, checking your HomeKit devices, or setting a timer. It’s like having a TV within your TV. Inception, Apple style.
10. Set Multiple User Profiles for Personalized Recommendations
Got a family of five with wildly different tastes? Apple TV lets you create separate user profiles so each person gets personalized recommendations, watchlists, and Up Next queues.
With the latest Apple TV update, switching between profiles is now faster and smoother.
Hidden Siri Commands on Apple TV
If you thought Siri on Apple TV was just for “Play Stranger Things,” you’re in for a treat. Try these:
- “What did she say?” → Rewinds and temporarily enables subtitles.
- “Show me movies with Jennifer Lawrence.”
- “Skip ahead 3 minutes.”
- “Turn on closed captions.”
Yep, your remote just got smarter than you thought.
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Wrapping It Up
Apple TV is way more than just a sleek box for Netflix and Apple Originals. With every Apple TV update, it’s becoming a central hub for smart living, fitness, gaming, and seamless media sharing. If you’ve only scratched the surface, it’s time to dive deeper and unlock its full potential.
So go ahead—explore, play, and make your Apple TV work harder (so you don’t have to).
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