GoKawiilApple TV 4K and Apple TV HD users, the latest tvOS 26.4 software update is available now with three new features. Here are the details.
#1: ‘Genius Browse’ offers TV and movie recommendations
Genius Browse is a new feature exclusive to Apple’s TV app.
In the tradition of iTunes’ old Genius feature, Genius Browse offers TV show and movie recommendations for users. Available by scrolling down the Home tab in the TV app, you’ll see a variety of categories like ‘Good for a Date Night’ or ‘Based on a Book.’ These categories refresh regularly, and each one offers a list of titles to check out.
One nice aspect of Genius Browse is that within each list of recommended titles, you can find additional suggestions that are related to any specific title you select. So there are multiple layers of recommendations waiting for you.
Recommendations span not just Apple’s streaming service, but also other supported streamers like Prime Video, HBO Max, and more. You can customize which user profile the recommendations are for, and even filter by preferred genre.
#2: New audio setting
tvOS 26.4 also adds a new ‘Continuous Audio Connection’ feature in Settings.
Here’s how Apple describes the toggle:
Apple TV uses a Dolby MAT connection for seamless transitions across formats. Older receivers might indicate Atmos, but the original audio will play as intended.
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