Netflix is ending support for older Apple TV models

Netflix has announced that it will discontinue assistance for older Apple Television models beginning July 31. The streaming giant cited the have to have to “preserve the most effective doable Netflix practical experience” for devices capable of supporting the most recent attributes and updates, according to Mac Rumors.

The models impacted are the second- and third-gen Apple TVs. Mainly because each models ran on an early version of iOS that predates tvOS and lacks an App Shop, Apple classified the devices as obsolete. Consequently, they no longer get updates.

The former device was released in 2010 and is powered by an A4 chip and provides up to 720p resolution. Apple sold this model till 2012, when it was replaced by the third-generation Apple Television, featuring an A5 chip and 1080p assistance.

The news of Netflix discontinuing assistance for older Apple Television devices comes months right after reports told us to count on a further series of price tag increases in 2024. The streaming service final raised rates in October 2023, escalating the simple program from $9.99 to $11.99.

Netflix will stay accessible on the Apple Television HD (fourth-gen model) and Apple Television 4K models. Outdoors of upgrading to a new Apple Television device, Netflix recommends switching to compatible clever TVs or Roku devices.