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how to buy a apple tv remote

how to buy a apple tv remote

Posted on Mar 7, 2023 3:04 PM

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Posted on Mar 7, 2023 4:30 PM

First determine which model remote you need.

  • The older models (1st–3rd generation) need an IR remote: Apple Remote (aluminum) A1294. Apple doesn’t sell these anymore, but other resellers may still have some. eBay and the like.
  • The newer models (4th generation or later) work best with the bluetooth Siri Remote. See SixFour391’s link for the current model.


Identify your Apple TV model - Apple Support

Identify your Apple TV remote - Apple Support

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Mar 7, 2023 4:30 PM in response to pearsall1

First determine which model remote you need.

  • The older models (1st–3rd generation) need an IR remote: Apple Remote (aluminum) A1294. Apple doesn’t sell these anymore, but other resellers may still have some. eBay and the like.
  • The newer models (4th generation or later) work best with the bluetooth Siri Remote. See SixFour391’s link for the current model.


Identify your Apple TV model - Apple Support

Identify your Apple TV remote - Apple Support

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