Apple today released tvOS 16.1, the first major update to the tvOS 16 operating system originally released in September. tvOS 16.1 is available for Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD.
The tvOS 16.1 update can be downloaded over-the-air through the Settings app on the Apple TV by going to System -> Software Update. Apple TV users with automatic software updates will be automatically upgraded to tvOS 16.1.
While tvOS updates are generally small compared to other OS updates, there are some new features available in tvOS 16.1. Apple Fitness+ works with iPhone, no Apple Watch required, and supports iCloud Shared Photo Library.
The update adds a more compact Siri interface, allowing users to see the results of their requests in the bottom right corner of the TV screen rather than in the bottom middle of the display. The new look takes up less space. There’s also a new option to enable the “Hey Siri” command when using Apple TV with AirPods. The toggle can be found in the Settings app under General.
With updates to iOS 16.1, iPadOS 16,1, macOS Ventura, and watchOS 9.1, tvOS 16.1 introduces support for the Matter smart home standard, which will allow smart home products from different companies to interact with each other. Apple’s full release notes are below:
tvOS 16.1 introduces a completely redesigned Siri experience, brings Shared Photo Library to the biggest screen in the home, and lets you work out and meditate with Apple Fitness+ with iPhone.
Siri
All-new design for Siri makes it even easier to find movies and shows to watch, play the latest music, discover new apps, get sports scores, and more.
Say “Hey Siri” to enjoy hands-free control when wearing AirPods that are connected to your Apple TV.
Photos
Shared Photo Library support lets you see your favorite moments from the entire family.
Create a Shared Photo Library on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, then select Shared Library in the Photos app.
Apple Fitness+
Work out and meditate with Apple Fitness+ on Apple TV — now all you need is iPhone to receive onscreen coaching, timers, and trainer callouts while also tracking your estimated Move ring progress.
Home hub
Matter, the new smart home connectivity standard, is now supported, enabling a wide variety of smart home accessories to work together across ecosystems.
Apple provides more details on tvOS releases in its dedicated tvOS support document, which is updated after each new tvOS iteration.
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