tvOS 18.2 Release Notes

These are the full tvOS 18.2 release notes for Apple TV. The tvOS 18.2 software update was released on December 11, 2024.

This update introduces Snoopy as a new screen saver, brings ultra-widescreen support for playing movies and shows, adds HomePod support for recent Enhance Dialogue improvements, and includes performance and stability improvements.

Screen savers
● Snoopy and Woodstock take over the screen with delightful animations that adapt to the day, weather, and holidays.
○ Available on Apple TV 4K (2nd generation and later).


Enhance Dialogue
● HomePod (2nd generation) support for hearing speech more clearly using real-time audio processing and machine learning.
○ Available on Apple TV 4K (2nd generation and later).

Cinematic playback on compatible projectors and displays
● Support for 21:9 and other cinematic aspect ratios enhances the home theater experience when watching movies and shows.
● Ultra-widescreen viewing for FaceTime calls.
○ Available on Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) with compatible content in supported apps.

Related Release Notes

● tvOS 18 Release Notes
● tvOS 17.5.1 Release Notes
● tvOS 17.2 Release Notes
● tvOS 17 Release Notes

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