The new set-top box Apple TV will bring with him third-party applications store and get completely updated design, reports 9to5Mac. Presentation of the device was to be held this month, but because of the ongoing negotiations with content providers output device postponed to a later date.
Apple TV will be the fourth generation to work on recycled operating system, which will include App Store. How exactly will work shop is still unknown, it is assumed that the developers will coordinate their applications through Developer Center.
It is noted that Apple intends to integrate into the television component that enables you to control the existing cable set-top boxes and TV stations. This functionality is reminiscent of the approach implemented in Microsoft Xbox One and Google TV, allowing you to view TV broadcasts via Apple TV user interface Apple over this content.
In February it was reported that Apple is working on a separate web service - quality television service available to users of its devices. He will not sell subscriptions to pay TV and content production companies, which will conclude a contract with Apple. Currently, Apple is in talks with TV producers and content providers.
According to the source, Apple TV 4G will be released in the new form factor - a slim body, and different versions of color performance. Included with the new prefix will go more functional remote control.
It is also reported that the Cupertino giant will improve the gaming experience Apple TV: according to rumors, the company intends to add to the set-top box support certified controllers «Made for iPhone», which can be used to play on the big screen. It is possible that the device will be supported by new types of content.
Based on the available information, Apple expects to turn Apple TV from a niche, though profitable, an ambitious project in a mass product. Anyway, the wait is long - in the coming months, Apple should introduce a new generation of its set-top box.