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New Apple TV 4K to have upgraded Siri Remote, per leak
9to5Mac • • technology
Key Points:
- Apple is expected to launch a new Apple TV 4K at the upcoming iPhone event in a few weeks, accompanied by a new Siri Remote.
- A macOS 26.7 Release Candidate update revealed code references to an unreleased product labeled ATVRemote1,5, indicating a next-generation Apple TV remote.
- Previous rumors and reports, including from Mark Gurman, suggested the new Apple TV would feature an updated remote, possibly with minor tweaks.
- While specific changes to the new Siri Remote remain unknown, there is speculation it could include features like improved lost remote tracking, potentially using Ultra Wideband technology similar to AirTag 2.
- The discovery confirms Apple’s plans to refresh the Siri Remote alongside the new Apple TV 4K this fall.
