Revamped Control Center and Profile Updates: While iOS 17 missed out on a redesigned Control Center, tvOS 17 embraces the change. The new Control Center streamlines functionality, displaying system status, current time, and active profiles. It simplifies tasks such as connecting Bluetooth devices and checking Home accessories. Moreover, fast Profile switching allows users to wake up their Apple TV using the remote app on their iPhone’s Control Center, automatically switching to the respective user’s profile, complete with personalized recommendations and recently watched shows.
Find My Siri Remote: Although the U1 chip is yet to be incorporated into the Siri Remote, users with second-generation models or later can track their remotes using the Find My app. Similar to finding AirPods, this feature relies on Bluetooth connectivity between the iPhone and the Siri Remote, utilizing a proximity sensor to determine their proximity to each other.
Additional Features for Apple TV and HomePod Models: tvOS 17 brings several enhancements, including the “Enhance Dialogue” feature, allowing Apple TV users to prioritize dialogues over background noise, improving the audio experience. Dolby Vision 8.1 support enhances the visual quality for Apple TV 4K users, offering a more cinematic experience with dynamic metadata. Apple Fitness+ receives enhancements like Custom Plans, Stacks, and Audio Focus, empowering users with personalized workout and meditation schedules, seamless back-to-back workout selection, and the ability to prioritize music or trainer voices. Moreover, developers can now create VPN apps for Apple TV, expanding its usability in enterprise and education settings.
