Along with iOS 26, Apple introduced a new tvOS 26 update for the Apple TV. tvOS updates aren’t as feature-rich as iOS updates and often go unnoticed. So we thought we’d highlight some of the useful new features you should check out.
- Liquid glass – Liquid Glass has a subtle presence in tvOS 26, with Apple adding Liquid Glass buttons, interface elements and a Control Center. It’s not as feature-rich as Liquid Glass in iOS 26 and it integrates well with the tvOS operating system.
- Apple TV app – The Apple TV app has been revamped and shows more TV shows and movies on screen at the same time.
- Profiles – It’s much easier to change profiles in tvOS 26, so you can separate the content you like from the content other family members prefer. You can choose a profile every time you wake your Apple TV from sleep mode. You’ll get better suggestions per person, and it’s a great way to separate kids’ content from adult content.
- Karaoke – When using Apple Music Sing, you can use your iPhone as a microphone. The iPhone can show you real-time lyrics, lyric translations, and lyric pronunciation.
- AirPlay – If you use third-party speakers with Apple TV, you can now set them as your default AirPlay speakers. Your Apple TV will then automatically use these speakers and you won’t have to select your speaker every time you use the device.
- FaceTime – FaceTime has been supported on Apple TV since last year with an iPhone as the camera, but now there is an updated card-style interface and support for live translation with subtitles.
- Screen savers – You can choose your favorite screensaver categories, choosing cityscape, land, landscapes and more. Each person can choose their own screensavers if they wish.
Do you have a favorite tvOS 26 feature? Let us know in the comments below and watch our video for even more tvOS tips and tricks.
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