tvOS 15 will be released this fall, but with the tvOS 15 beta you can already get started with the new software of the Apple TV. We explain how to install this.
tvOS 15 beta: how to install the test version
As always, Apple will first release a test version of its software before the general public can get started with it in the fall. In addition to iOS 15, iPadOS 15 and watchOS 8, you can now take advantage of the public beta of tvOS 15.
Although the update does not make any groundbreaking changes, it does introduce some nice improvements. Plus, signing up for the beta is a breeze. Just keep in mind that this is a test version, which is less stable than a public version of tvOS. The chance of apps that don’t work, crashes and other crazy bugs is a lot higher.
Before you can go through the steps below, you’ll need to sign up your Apple ID for Apple’s beta program. You do this by going to beta.apple.com and sign up with your Apple ID. This is free and will bring up the option to install the trial version on your Apple TV. So use the Apple ID that you also have on your Apple TV.
This is how you install the public tvOS 15 beta
- Open the Settings app on your Apple TV;
- Go to System;
- Click on Software updates;
- Click Get Beta Updates;
- Now click on ‘Update software’ and wait for the beta to install.
The beta may not appear immediately after completing the steps above. It may help to restart your Apple TV.
tvOS 15: this is all new
There are quite a few reasons to get started with tvOS 15 now. For example, the update adds the option to watch a movie or series with friends remotely, thanks to the new SharePlay function. With the update you can also set up a set of two HomePod minis as a stereo system.
The Control Panel has also been updated to make it easier to operate. Finally, with AirPods Pro or AirPods Max with Spatial Audio, you can listen to content that supports this sound mode. Do you want to know more about Spatial Audio? Check out our Spatial Audio explanation.