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Updated · heise online · Jun 19
Apple Brings 192 kHz/24-bit Hi-Res Lossless Audio to Apple TV 4K With tvOS 27
Updated
Updated · heise online · Jun 19

Apple Brings 192 kHz/24-bit Hi-Res Lossless Audio to Apple TV 4K With tvOS 27

3 articles · Updated · heise online · Jun 19

Summary

  • tvOS 27 will let Apple TV 4K play Hi-Res Lossless audio at up to 192 kHz/24-bit, extending Apple Music playback beyond the current 48 kHz ceiling.
  • Apple said the upgrade initially applies to Apple Music, while support for other streaming apps via API remains unclear.
  • 24-bit/48 kHz lossless already arrived with tvOS 26; the new tier targets "studio-quality" playback but depends on compatible source files and connected audio hardware.
  • tvOS 27 also adds AI-powered AutoMix on Apple TV and refreshes the Podcasts app with a new design, stronger video podcast focus and improved search.
  • Fall is the planned release window for tvOS 27, with a developer beta already available and a public beta expected next month.

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