GoKawiilApple reportedly set to unveil new Apple TV 4K with Siri AI and A19 chip
Apple is expected to launch an updated Apple TV 4K on October 13, bringing the Siri AI overhaul to tvOS for the first time and upgrading the chip from the current A15 Bionic to an A19-class processor. Code references spotted by leaker Aaron Perris show an 'AppleTV18,1' identifier, matching the numbering used for iPhone 17 chips.
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tvOS and HomePod software were left out when Siri AI rolled out across Apple's other platforms last month, so adding it to Apple TV would close a notable gap and could improve content recommendations and the InSight feature. The report's author speculates Apple may opt for the A19 Pro rather than the base A19, since only the Pro chip supports customizing Siri AI's voice pace and expressivity.
- New Apple TV 4K rumored to launch October 13 alongside other Apple products
- Siri AI would finally come to tvOS, having been absent from the OS 27 rollout
- Chip upgrade from A15 Bionic to an A19-class processor is expected, possibly the A19 Pro
Apple TV 4K (2022) — While you wait for the new model with Siri AI and the A19 chip, the current Apple TV 4K still delivers crisp 4K HDR streaming and a snappy A15 Bionic experience. It's a great way to upgrade your home theater now, and pairs perfectly with your existing Apple ecosystem devices.
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