1. Does not support 4K
The new iPhone 6s and 6s Plus finally have the ability to shoot 4K resolution video, iPad Pro can also edit 3 shares of 4K video stream. However, the new Apple TV does not support 4K video playback at all and only handles 1080p video at up to 60fps.
Although 4K content is still very scarce, if the 4K video produced by users will become the future trend, then Apple's new set-top box is outdated.
2. Game size limit
Although the game is a major focus of Apple TV, you won't get the same experience as a contemporary home console. It is reported that Apple TV will limit the size of game applications, the maximum can not exceed 200MB. Although Apple may raise this size limit in the future, I am afraid that it will still be impossible to compare it with a domestic mobile device with a capacity of several tens of gigabytes.
3. Safety tethers need to be purchased separately
Rethinking that year, the Wii Remote handle with motion detection enabled the majority of users to enjoy playing in front of the TV. But the problem is that this handle is very easy to get rid of and hit the TV when the player takes a big action. In response, Nintendo's response is to provide a free silicone protective cover for each user. At the same time, it is recommended that users use tethers in the game to avoid the handle to release.
With its built-in gyroscope and accelerometer, Apple TV's remote control and the Wii Remote also become very similar. The same history may be repeated again.
Although Apple has prepared the Remote Loop security tether to prevent this from happening, it is difficult to understand that it is not included in the product packaging, but requires the user to purchase it separately.
4. Cannot expand storage space
The new Apple TV has 32GB and 64GB of storage space to choose from. Although it sounds a lot, if you plan to download a lot of apps, music and movies, this space may fill up quickly.
You may have seen that there is a USB Type-C connector on the back of Apple TV, but it is not used to connect U disk or mobile hard disk. In fact, this USB interface can only be used for "maintenance purposes" and cannot be used by users.
5. The remote control needs charging
The old Apple TV remote control uses a coin-cell battery for easy replacement. However, the new Apple TV remote control named Siri Remote replaced it with an irreplaceable rechargeable battery.
The bottom of the Siri Remote has a Lightning connector for charging, and the Lightning to USB charging cable is included in the box. However, it is still not clear whether it is a Lightning-to-USB-C cable that plugs into Apple TV.
6. Surround sound
If your audio equipment supports surround sound, then you can get a better audio experience. Although any discernible difference between the 5.1 and 7.1 channels is discussed by enthusiasts, ordinary users are still happy to see the 7.1 surround sound support of Apple TV even though our ears may not be able to hear 7.1 channels. The two extra speakers in the audio system.
7.HDMI cable sold separately
Like the same type of device, Apple TV also requires an HDMI connection to the TV. But the trick apple doesn't provide this cable, you need to buy it separately.