Together with the release of iOS 4.2 for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad, today at approximately 10 AM PST Apple will also release the long awaited 4.1 for the second generation Apple TV, Macworld reports.
The 4.1 update introduces AirPlay for video support: users will be able to stream video from any iOS device or Mac running iTunes 10 to an Apple TV on a local network. AirPlay is a feature exclusive to iOS 4.2, so it makes sense for Apple to roll out the update together with iOS 4.2 later today.
The Apple TV will also bring VoiceOver functionality:
VoiceOver not only reads the name of the menu item you’re on, but it does a good job of reading metadata, including episode descriptions of TV shows. It definitely enables someone with vision problems to navigate through the Apple TV menu system.We will keep you posted about the release of iOS 4.2 and 4.1 for the Apple TV. Once again, everything should go live at 10 AM Pacific Time.
We will keep you posted about the release of iOS 4.2 and 4.1 for the Apple TV. Once again, everything should go live at 10 AM Pacific Time.
Apple TV 2G Getting 4.1 Update: Adds AirPlay and Spoken Menus
Today Apple announced that they will be rolling out iOS 4.2 for their line of iOS devices. What about Apple TV? Isn't that an iOS device now as well? It is, and that's why it's going to be getting update 4.1.
Coming with build 4.1 for Apple TV is full-on AirPlay support. This will add the ability to stream video, photos and audio from your iPad or iPhone to your Apple TV 2G, and may be the technology that helps Apple break into the living room thanks to its availability on third-party hardware as well.
Apple will also be adding VoiceOver for accessibility. The VoiceOver command reads menu items for those with a visual impairment
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