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Apple tvOS 16 and HomePod software 16 RC preview released

2025-01-21 Update From: SLTechnology News&Howtos shulou NAV: SLTechnology News&Howtos > IT Information >

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Thanks to CTOnews.com netizen strawberry can carp cake, elm tip delivery! CTOnews.com September 8 news, Apple today pushed tvOS 16 RC preview version system update, the specific version number is (20J373). Apple also pushed a preview of HomePod software 16 RC for HomePod mini slightly, bringing some performance and stability improvements.

Developers can download the new tvOS 16 beta by downloading the configuration file to Apple TV using Xcode.

CTOnews.com has learned that tvOS 16 supports cross-device connectivity, a feature that allows developers to integrate Apple TV apps with iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch apps to unlock new experiences on TV. Apple has also improved how multiple user profiles work in tvOS 16 by adding a shared keychain, so users don't have to log in and select their profile when launching the Apple TV app.

Game controller support has been extended to Nintendo Joy-Cons and Pro controllers, and HDR10+ support is available in the tvOS 16 Apple TV app. With tvOS 16, Apple TV will support the upcoming standard Matter, which will improve interoperability between smart home accessories from different companies.

Apple says tvOS 16 enables developers to integrate their Apple TV apps with iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch apps to unlock new experiences that are "more personalized than ever." For example, developers can deliver more personalized workouts on Apple TV based on motion sensor data from Apple Watch, display real-time information on iPhone while playing videos in Apple TV apps, or include more gaming screens.

Extended gamepad support: Apple says, starting with tvOS 16,"support for many additional Bluetooth and USB game controllers," notably this includes support for Nintendo's Joy-Cons and Pro gamepads.

HDR10+ support: The latest generation of high dynamic range technology will be supported in the Apple TV app on tvOS 16.

Multi-user improvements: tvOS 16 provides improved system integration for user profiles in Apple TV apps. Apple says that with credentials stored in a shared keychain, users don't have to log in and select their profile every time they boot.

Matter support: Matter is a new standard that will enable compatible smart home accessories to work seamlessly across multiple platforms, including Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, and more. A Home Hub is needed to control Matter accessories in the Home app, including Apple TV updated to tvOS 16, HomePod / HomePod mini updated to the latest software version.

Apple TV+ Tab Video Forwarding: Rich video previews at the top of the Apple TV+ tab help users discover their next favorite Apple Original show;

Apple Fitness+: With tvOS 16, intensity metrics are called up at key moments in your workout and appear on-screen to boost motivation. The intensity was simple, medium, difficult and all-out.

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