Re: [Rockies-Edu] Apple TV Versions - Rockies-edu Digest, Vol 85, Issue 4
Re: [Rockies-Edu] Apple TV Versions - Rockies-edu Digest, Vol 85, Issue 4
- Subject: Re: [Rockies-Edu] Apple TV Versions - Rockies-edu Digest, Vol 85, Issue 4
- From: Mike Scheid <email@hidden>
- Date: Mon, 07 Mar 2016 15:17:19 +0000
- Thread-topic: Apple TV Versions - Rockies-edu Digest, Vol 85, Issue 4
Collins,
In my testing the only thing that has made me hesitate not he new apple TV is that the new TVOS does not support “conference room display” that we love. With the conference room display there is not the chance of an inappropriate movie poster or album cover from appearing and distracting on the screen. Other than that one feature the new apple tv has been great.
Mike Scheid
Technology Manager
Cherry Hills Christian Schools
3900 E. Grace Blvd.
Highlands Ranch, Co 80126
303-325-8407
http://cherryhillschristian.org
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>From: "Collin O'Malley" <email@hidden>
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>Hey Michael,
>
>Thank you very much for the in depth description of the Apple TV versions.
>My biggest take away is setting our environment to be up to date and
>supported longest so I will be transitioning to the latest version as we
>replace older Apple TV's.
>
>Thanks,
>Collin
>
>On Wed, Mar 2, 2016 at 4:10 PM, Michael T. Scott <email@hidden>
>wrote:
>
>> Hi Collin!
>>
>> To start, in general with Apple stuff, the best and newest solution is in
>> the currently shipping hardware and software. The newest versions of iOS
>> 9.2, OS X 10.11, and TVOS, on the currently shipping hardware, is where our
>> development efforts are focused. With that, I would guess that the 4th gen
>> device will be supported longer, and of note are the hardware differences
>> (dual core on 4th gen, 802.11ac).
>>
>> Of course this isn’t what you are asking but is worth a glance:
>>
>> http://www.apple.com/tv/compare/
>>
>> To your question:
>>
>> Specifically, does Airplay function different/better with the 4th
>> generation, or can I stick with purchasing 3rd gen models?
>>
>>
>> So, Airplay is always being developed, and will always be best experienced
>> on the newest hardware running the newest OS.
>>
>> Heading over to Wikipedia:
>>
>> Apple TV
>> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_TV
>>
>> The final OS update for the third-generation Apple TV is Apple TV software
>> 7.2.1 (iOS 8.4.1) since it does not support TVOS 9.0 or later.
>>
>>
>> Also of note is peer-to-peer AirPlay, let’s unpack that a bit.
>>
>> Let’s start here:
>>
>> Use AirPlay to wirelessly stream content from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod
>> touch
>> https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204289
>>
>> Where it says "You can stream content to your Apple TV (3rd generation rev
>> A, model A1469 or later).”
>>
>> Check this out to determine model:
>>
>> Identify your Apple TV model
>> https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT200008
>>
>> So, 3rd gen Apple TV model A1469 and the current 4th gen Apple TV will
>> both do peer-to-peer AirPlay. Apple TV 4th gen runs TVOS, which is the
>> future of Apple TV, and previous models do not support TVOS.
>>
>> If it were me, I’d wan’t to standardize on 4th gens for new purchases, and
>> ideally I’d want to weed out anything less than a A1469 3rd gen in my fleet.
>>
>> Does that help?
>>
>> -Mike
>>
>> * *
>> *Michael Scott, Systems Engineer*
>> Apple Education
>> Apple Inc.
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>> *www.apple.com/education <http://www.apple.com/education>*
>>
>>
>> On Feb 29, 2016, at 1:30 PM, Collin O'Malley <email@hidden>
>> wrote:
>>
>> Hey Rockies EDU,
>>
>> I'm reviewing my inventory of Apple Tv's and noticing I have about 4-5
>> different models ranging from the 2nd generation (A1378) all the way to
>> the current 4th gen.
>>
>> I'm wondering if there is any major enterprise/education benefits besides
>> Peer to Peer Airplay to purchasing the most recent model when we are
>> looking to replace older units?
>>
>> Specifically, does Airplay function different/better with the 4th
>> generation, or can I stick with purchasing 3rd gen models?
>>
>> Thanks for the info.
>>
>> --
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