tvOS runs on Apple TV. This guide covers model support, FaceTime, and an Apple TV mount.
Summary
At launch, tvOS 17 supported Apple TV HD and all three Apple TV 4K generations. FaceTime required Apple TV 4K (2nd or 3rd generation) and Continuity Camera on an iPhone or iPad. Apple redesigned Control Center and added new screen savers. tvOS 17 also added a Siri Remote locator and camera tools for Apple Music Sing. Enhanced Dialogue raises voices over background sounds.
tvOS 17 supported devices
At launch, tvOS 17 supported these Apple TV models:
- Apple TV HD (2015)
- Apple TV 4K (1st gen)
- Apple TV 4K (2nd gen)
- Apple TV 4K (3rd gen)
FaceTime Support on Apple TV
At launch, FaceTime on Apple TV was available on these Apple TV 4K models:
- Apple TV 4K (2nd gen)
- Apple TV 4K (3rd gen)
Continuity Camera links Apple TV to the camera and microphone on an iPhone or iPad. It uses a wireless connection. Apple’s 2023 release notes list FaceTime support for Apple TV 4K (2nd and 3rd generations). See the iOS 17 features for entrepreneurs and the iPadOS 17 features for businesses.
tvOS 17 features
Apple listed these tvOS 17 additions at launch:
- FaceTime: Make and receive calls from Apple TV.
- Redesigned Control Center: Open Control Center from the Home Screen. It shows quick settings and system information.
- Siri Remote locator: Find a Siri Remote with the Apple TV Remote in iPhone Control Center. This works with 2nd-generation or newer remotes.
- Memories screen savers: Show selected photos from your own or a shared photo album.
- Apple Music Sing with Continuity Camera: Add a camera view and filters to Apple Music Sing. This requires Apple TV 4K (3rd generation).
- Enhanced Dialogue: Raises voices over background sounds. It works with Apple TV 4K and HomePod (2nd generation).
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Conclusion
tvOS 17 added FaceTime to Apple TV 4K (2nd and 3rd generations). It also changed Control Center, screen savers, and audio. This article covers the 2023 update. Check Apple’s current support information before updating a device. For more on Apple’s tools, see our Apple for entrepreneurs guide.
FAQ
Which Apple TV models supported tvOS 17 at release?
At its 2023 release, tvOS 17 supported Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K (1st, 2nd, and 3rd generations).
Which Apple TV models supported FaceTime with tvOS 17?
At launch, tvOS 17 supported FaceTime on Apple TV 4K (2nd and 3rd generations). You also needed an iPhone or iPad with Continuity Camera.
What features did tvOS 17 add?
See the tvOS 17 features listed above.
Further reading
Sources on tvOS 17 and FaceTime on Apple TV:
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Apple’s Official Newsroom on tvOS 17: Official details on tvOS 17 and FaceTime on Apple TV 4K.
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Apple’s Newsroom on tvOS 17 Availability: Release timing and features for tvOS 17.
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NextPit’s Guide on Using FaceTime on Apple TV: Steps to use FaceTime on Apple TV.
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MacRumors on Apple TV FaceTime: Covers iPhone and iPad camera integration.
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9to5Mac on FaceTime on Apple TV: How FaceTime works on Apple TV with tvOS 17.
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AppleInsider’s tvOS 17 guide: Lists new features, including Control Center changes.
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TechCrunch on FaceTime on Apple TV: News on FaceTime from Apple TV 4K.
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ZDNet on Upcoming tvOS Upgrades: How FaceTime on Apple TV works and other tvOS upgrades.
