Apple TV 4K Review (Gen 1): How Good is it?

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Published 2021-04-20
This is my Gen 1 (2017) Apple TV 4K Review in 2021, is it still worth it? How good is the Apple TV 4K for streaming and gaming (using Apple Arcade)? Why would you need one?

Could this streaming box replace Smart TV apps, or does it bring no extra value? Some features include AirPlay, screen mirroring, multi-account and AirPod support. I’ll do a quick unboxing, setup and review of the entire Apple TV offering.

Note: This video was uploaded 3 hours before the Apple event. 99% of this video is still relevant with the new 2021 Apple TV.

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#AppleTV #AppleTV4K #2017AppleTV

Thanks for watching, Chris.

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VIDEO CHAPTERS:

00:00 Hello!
00:30 Unboxing and Specs
01:46 Remote
03:07 Setup
03:49 UI and Home Screen
05:54 App Store
06:32 Multi-User Support
06:53 Gaming / Apple Arcade
08:41 Movies
09:49 AirPods
10:34 Picture in Picture
11:27 AirPlay and Screen Mirroring
11:52 Price and Versions
12:19 Final Verdict
13:26 Apple TV 2017
14:11 Thanks for Watching

All Comments (21)
  • @SpawnPoiint
    The new 2021 Apple TV offers a higher frame rate, a new chip and a new remote. Will anyone be picking it up next month?
  • @SufyanArif
    I love that your videos offers aesthetics and usability more than just features. This combination is rare to find.
  • @XVNRX
    I need to have this type of aesthetic quality 😭
  • @jfrye7250
    They just announced the newest generation of Apple TV like two hours after you uploaded this lol
  • @Aureus_
    Your channel is the first I've binged for ages Keep it up
  • @weixuan5225
    I’m watching all your videos cause I’m just amazed and how you shoot everything with your iPhone
  • @FroZoneDeNiro
    The Apple TV 4K 32GB is my streaming device of choice and I love it...And yes imo running apps on any streaming device will always be better than running them on just a smart tv.
  • There’s a new one now but even with this model the more intuitive user interface and responsiveness because of the powerful processor makes it worth it to me.
  • @JorgeAngelo.
    Hi SpawnPoiint!! Please do that video about quality picture comparing native apps on tv to apple tv, it would be very interesting! Great video as always!
  • @d.l.t7421
    Your TV is so BEAUTIFUL! 😩 I’m jealous
  • @trd2418
    Crazy you are using your phone to Film this 🙌🏻
  • @jubroo_ok
    I'm from Uruguay and I'm learning English and I love your channel, I can understand all yours videos. You're amazing bro.
  • @syedahmad5836
    The quality of your videos is INSANE! Love your videos man. Let's see if Apple announces "Apple TV 2021" in today's event.
  • @alexgoalby9485
    I have an older Hisense 4k TV where the smart functionality is rather slow and dim witted. I bought the one you have and it has transformed the use of the TV for me. Additionally I think it has improved the quality compared to the app on the TV itself. I’d definitely recommend for anyone in a similar situation.
  • @danielprice6184
    I have to agree that streaming does seem to look better via Apple TV vs native app. One of the main things I use the Apple TV 4K is for BT sport. As this is only available on Samsung smart TVs and not LG the app looks amazing when watching 4k hdr content.
  • @RobbyBobbyBoy
    Finally got one of these just because at this point my tv is old enough that it struggles to run or is losing support for streaming apps. TV still works great, I just need to offload to smart functionality to another device
  • @Carlos2400
    I almost bought one 2 weeks ago glad I waited
  • @Matt_Baron
    Great overview! And nice timing, I haven't had an Apple TV in years but I've been considering picking up the new one they announced today, since the UI seems better than my smart TV's apps.
  • @KrisPaintsMinis
    “Apple TV 2021” Definitely helpful to have all the streaming apps all in one place and accessible with one remote. Love the headphone feature! Great review.