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New Apple TV to Come With Upgraded Siri Remote

MacRumors • Tue, 18 Aug 2026

The next-generation Apple TV 4K will ship with an upgraded Siri Remote, according to macOS 26.7 code findings . The code does not reveal any specific changes planned for the remote, but it suggests that a new Apple TV is finally coming soon, following years of rumors. The new model, expected to be powered by an A17 Pro chip or newer, will likely be unveiled this September or October. This article, " New Apple TV to Come With Upgraded Siri Remote " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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The next-generation Apple TV 4K will ship with an upgraded Siri Remote, according to macOS 26.7 code findings .

The code does not reveal any specific changes planned for the remote, but it suggests that a new Apple TV is finally coming soon, following years of rumors.

The new model, expected to be powered by an A17 Pro chip or newer, will likely be unveiled this September or October.

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