Apple has released tvOS 15.4 and HomePod Software Update 15.4 RC for developers. The updates are available as over-the-air updates, as well as via Apple Developer Center.
tvOS 15.4 release candidate
March 8: Apple has released tvOS 15.4 release candidate to developers. The final version will be available next week.
tvOS 15.4 beta 5
March 1: Apple has released tvOS 15.4 beta 5 to developers.
tvOS 15.4 beta 4
February 22: Apple has released tvOS 15.4 beta 4 to developers and public beta testers.
tvOS 15.4 beta 3
February 16: Apple has released public beta 3 to testers.
February 15: Apple has released tvOS beta 3 to developers.
tvOS 15.4 beta 2
February 9: The second public beta has been released.
February 8: The second developer beta for tvOS 15.4 is now available.
tvOS 15.4 beta 1
January 28: Apple has released the first public beta of tvOS 15.4 to users.
January 27: As per Apple’s release notes, tvOS 15.4 features Captive Wi-Fi network support which allows it to use an iPhone or iPad to connect to networks that open webpages, such as in hotels or other public places.
General
- Captive Wi-Fi network support on tvOS allows you to use your iPhone or iPad to connect your Apple TV to networks that need additional sign-in steps, like at hotels or dorms. (8351052)
The update also adds an ‘Up Next’ queue to the Apple TV video player, as well as improved Spatial Audio controls.
Here’s a fun one. Spatial audio controls have had a revamp. Far more intuitive and a better use of screen real estate. pic.twitter.com/Q1WoKU5tO0
— Sigmund Judge (@sigjudge) January 27, 2022
Apple had recently released tvOS 15.3 to all users with minor updates. The previous major update was tvOS 15.2 which was released with Apple Music Voice Plan, Photos and TV app updates, new Siri languages, and new screen savers. Before that, tvOS 15.1 was released with SharePlay support. tvOS 15 was earlier released with Spatial Audio support for AirPods, Fitness+ updates, redesigned video player, HomePod speaker support, and a new “Shared with You” section in the TV app.
tvOS 15.4 beta compatibility
tvOS 15.4 beta is compatible with the following Apple TV models:
- Apple TV HD
- Apple TV 4K (2017)
- Apple TV 4K (2021)
Install tvOS 15.4 beta
Installing tvOS 15.4 beta requires connecting an Apple TV to a Mac and using Xcode. This process also requires access to Apple Developer Center, which costs $99 per year. It is better to wait for the public beta, which requires simply enabling a setting in Apple TV to download and install.
If you are still interested, check out our guide on how to install tvOS 15.4 developer beta.
HomePod Software Update 15.4 beta
Apple has also released HomePod 15.4 beta software update, however, it is not known yet what the new changes are in this release. We will update this post as we learn more.
HomePod Software Update 15.4 beta compatibility
HomePod Software Update 15.4 beta is compatible with the following models:
- HomePod
- HomePod mini
Apple has also released iOS 15.4, iPadOS 15.4, macOS Monterey 12.3, and watchOS 8.5 beta to developers. Check out our ongoing coverage below:
- iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 beta released to developers
- macOS Monterey 12.3 beta released to developers
- watchOS 8.5 beta released to developers
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- iOS 15.4 allows third-party apps to fully utilize 120Hz ProMotion display on iPhone 13 Pro
- iOS 15.4 beta gains support for Custom Email Domains via iCloud+ subscription
- Universal Control is finally available in macOS 12.3 beta and iPadOS 15.4 beta
- macOS 12.3 beta comes new API for improved screen capture features for third-party apps
- Apple deprecated kernel extensions used by Dropbox and OneDrive in macOS 12.3 beta
