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The Apple TV 4K has never been cheaper on Amazon. The 32 GB version of the device is available now for $130, or $49 less than its retail price of $179. The 64 GB costs $150, also $50 lower than retail. That’s the lowest price we’ve ever seen for Apple’s premium streaming boxes.
Buy 2021 Apple TV 4K (32 GB) at Amazon – $130 Buy 2021 Apple TV 4K (64 GB) at Amazon – $150
Devindra Hardawar gave the 2021 Apple TV 4K a score of 90 in our review, noting the redesigned Siri remote with more physical controls as a top selling point. We found the directional pad easier to use for making fine-tuned selections compared to the touchpad of the previous remote. You can even use the pad as an iPod-like touch wheel to scrub back and forth in a video. Siri interprets voice commands well if you don’t feel like training your fingers.
While there are many cheaper streaming devices on the market, we think Apple TV 4K is the best premium option out there. It has support for Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and spatial audio, and it runs on an A12 Bionic chip (which is also used to power the third-generation iPad Air and iPhone XS). You can use AirPlay to share video, photos and more from your other Apple devices to your TV. There’s the option to see a live feed of HomeKit-enabled cameras and control smart home devices via Apple TV 4K, and, if you have the relevant subscription, an ever-growing library of games available through Apple Arcade.
Of course, the main reason most people buy an Apple TV 4K is because they can watch shows and movies. The device supports a plethora of streaming services, including Netflix, HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video, ESPN, Disney+, Sling TV, Hulu, and Twitch.
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