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Can you download a new app to Apple TV 2nd generation?

Can you download a new app to Apple TV 2nd generation? The 2012 2nd generation version, not the 4K.

Posted on Nov 12, 2021 8:33 AM

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Posted on Nov 12, 2021 9:19 AM

The 2nd gen (released in 2010) and 3rd gen (released in 2012) do not run apps, but rather have pre-set 'channels' that are sent via server. Nothing can be added or removed by the user (though icons can be hidden).


The 4th gen (also called Apple TV HD) was the first model to support apps, and runs a completely different system (TVOS).

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Nov 12, 2021 9:19 AM in response to Ckrichey

The 2nd gen (released in 2010) and 3rd gen (released in 2012) do not run apps, but rather have pre-set 'channels' that are sent via server. Nothing can be added or removed by the user (though icons can be hidden).


The 4th gen (also called Apple TV HD) was the first model to support apps, and runs a completely different system (TVOS).

Can you download a new app to Apple TV 2nd generation?

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