Apple Unveils Apple TV 3, Now With 1080p HD!

Alongside the new iPad, Apple also announced a brand new version of their Apple TV set-top box, featuring support for AirPlay streaming from the new iPad (and OS X Mountain Lion), 1080p video output, and more! Here’s what you need to know.

  • 1080p Output

Another big new feature is support for 1080p high definition output. Perfect for watching the newly available TV and Movies available from iTunes.

  • Movies Now Supported in iCloud, Photo Stream now on Apple TV

You’ll be able to view movies you’ve purchased on any device, and movies and TV shows now​ support 1080p.
Take a photo on your iPhone, and it instantly appears on your Apple TV.

  • New Interface

A TV version of the iOS interface. Icons, Apps, Cover Flow. Still not a true iOS interface, but much improved.

The Apple TV 3 will be available on March 16th for $99 from Apple Retail Stores, the Apple Online Store, and various retailers, including MacMall, Amazon.com, and Best Buy. Pre-orders are available now.
J. Glenn Künzler

Glenn is Managing Editor at MacTrast, and has been using a Mac since he bought his first MacBook Pro in 2006. He lives in a small town in Utah, enjoys bacon more than you can possibly imagine, and is severely addicted to pie.

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