Apple TV to air first major live pro sports event shot on iPhone 17 Pro
Apple • • general
Key Points:
- On May 23, Apple TV will broadcast a Major League Soccer match between LA Galaxy and Houston Dynamo FC, captured entirely on iPhone 17 Pro, marking the first major professional live sporting event filmed exclusively with an iPhone.
- The broadcast will feature dynamic angles and high-quality footage, including team warmups, player introductions, and in-net goal shots, leveraging the iPhone 17 Pro’s compact design and advanced camera system.
- This follows Apple TV’s initial use of iPhone 17 Pro in live sports during a 2025 “Friday Night Baseball” game, which received recognition from the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.
- Apple has since expanded iPhone integration into various sports broadcasts, including the 2025 MLS Cup and ongoing 2026 season coverage, enhancing production with pro-level video features.
- Viewers can watch the historic MLS match live on Apple TV at 7:30 p.m. PT this Saturday, showcasing the capabilities of the iPhone 17 Pro in professional sports broadcasting.