Apple has released tvOS 16.2 for Apple TV and HomePod with support for Danish Siri. Apple TV also gains personal Siri, Apple Music Sing (2022 model only), and the new Home architecture.
There are a number of Siri improvements to language support and not least 'Recognize my Voice' functionality which now works on Apple TV in select regions in English only. This allows Siri to switch profiles and present customized recommendations. This comes on top of the Siri redesign in tvOS 16.1.
As of tvOS 16.2, Apple TV users in regions where Siri is supported can also set Siri to English or other international languages. Previously, Siri was only available in local language(s).
HomePod likewise gains support for Danish Siri with tvOS 16.2.
In addition, the update tweaks the Apple TV app design so that 'Up Next' now sits below a featured screen.
The new Home architecture requires that all your Apple devices run iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2 or macOS 13.1. Apple says that it is a more efficient and reliable architecture – especially if you have many home devices – where Apple TV serves as the home hub. The new Home architecture is separate from Matter which was added in tvOS 16.1.
Apple TV app design tweak puts 'Up Next' below a featured screen. Screenshot: FlatpanelsHD
HDMI 2.1 QMS?
Earlier this year when Apple launched the Apple TV 4K (2022), it said that the new box would get HDMI 2.1 QMS later in 2022.
Paired with the Match Frame Rate function, QMS will allow Apple TV 4K to seamlessly match frame rates for output in 23.976Hz, 24.00Hz, 50Hz, 60Hz etc. without any black screens (so-called HDMI bonk) or picture interruptions on the TV.
There are no signs of QMS in tvOS 16.2 which is the last major update of 2022. So QMS support is either delayed or the option is only visible when Apple TV 4K (2022) is connected to a QMS-compatible TV – this is how eARC works on Apple TV 4K (2021 and 2022). No TVs support QMS at this time.
tvOS 16.2 – new features
| tvOS 16.2 introduces a more personalized Siri experience and makes singing along with Apple Music even more fun.
Siri
Get personalized recommendations, play your favorite music, and more at any time with Recognize My Voice support for up to six different family members. Try "What should I watch?” "Play my music,” or “Switch to my profile."
Set your Siri language to be different from the one your Apple TV displays. Go to Settings > General > Siri Language.
Now includes language support for Danish in Denmark, French and German in Luxembourg, and English in Singapore to help you find shows, music, and more using just your voice.
Apple Music
Sing along to your favorites with beat-by-beat, real-time lyrics.
Control the vocal volume on millions of songs with Apple TV 4K (3rd generation).
Support for new Home architecture
Upgrade the Home app on your iPhone, iPad or Mac to iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2 or macOS 13.1 for more efficient and reliable control of connected devices in your home when you use Apple TV as a home hub
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