Apple TV, a digital media receiver alerts Apple, has undergone a massive evolution. In a presentation that was delivered by Apple CEO Steve Jobs said it received so much feedback from users related to the first generation Apple TV, where users want a device that is more as consumer electronics and less have the ability as a computer.
Apple also create designs that meet these demands: Apple TV video is now entirely presented through streaming method from online stores or local network, so get rid of the problem of storage and synchronization of content that plagued the first generation Apple TV. And these devices are now smaller, quieter, and no heat, making it ideally placed below the TV screen.
Content presented the Apple TV now depends entirely on the iTunes rental model Stoer. Library titles HD quality movies can be rented at a price of $ 4, $ 5 worth of new titles, and TV shows for $ 1.
Apple also offers movies in standard definition format at a price of $ 1 cheaper than the HD format. Same as before, a title that has hired must be watched within 30 days. Once users start watching, they must finish it within 24 hours. For TV shows, users get a 48-hour time limit.
In addition, Netflix subscribers can access a library of streaming them through these devices, including the ability to add titles they want to watch on the queue list.
And of course, users still can play the iTunes videos stored on your computer or local network, plus the IOS device. Even though Jobs had mentioned that Apple TV users prefer Hollywood content than amateur video, YouTube service can still be seen through these devices, as well as photos from Flickr and MobileMe service. In addition, Apple TV are also able to stream audio and video podcasts and Internet radio.
One feature that is exhibited Jobs airplay, which is the successor features AirTunes streaming media. This feature memugnkinkan users to start watching videos or listening to music on one device, then continue it on another device. Users can start from the iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad, then move on without pause to the Apple TV with just a few beats. Airplay requires IOS 4.1 which Apple launched in the second week of September.
Physically, the Apple TV is a black box with a size 3.9-inch side, with a height of less than 1 inch. On the rear panel, there is an HDMI port (with a maximum resolution of 720p), optical audio out, 10/100 Ethernet (side by side with 802.11n wireless connection), and Micro-USB port for services and dukugan. He also shipped with the Aluminum Apple Remote that was released last year. Besides using this remote, users can also use the Remote app on the IOS device to control the Apple TV.
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