Guide

Yes, Apple TV 4K A1842 still receives tvOS and security updates as of October 2025.

No, Apple TV and Apple TV+ aren’t the same; Apple TV is hardware and an app, while Apple TV+ is Apple’s streaming subscription service.

No, Apple TV isn’t all original content; Apple TV+ centers on originals but also carries limited licensed films and specials.

Yes, the Apple TV app works on Fire TV Stick models—install it from the Appstore; some regions don’t allow in-app purchases.

No, Apple TV isn’t a hard drive; it’s a streaming box with 64–128GB for apps and temporary media.

No, Apple TV boxes top out at 4K HDR; there’s no native 8K output or 8K streaming on tvOS right now.

Yes, Apple TV 4K works with any HDMI television; 4K HDR needs an HDCP 2.2-ready input, a proper cable, and matching TV features.

Yes, Apple TV 4K works with 1080p TVs and outputs full-HD over HDMI while skipping 4K-only options like HDR formats.

No, Apple TV 4K outputs up to 4K60; it doesn’t support 120Hz video.

Yes, the first Apple TV 4K from 2017 lines up with the fifth Apple TV generation naming.