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why doesnt the apple tv automatically update when set to do so

So we often find that the Apple TV 4K (and previous versions) does not automatically update software even when set to do so.


typically you know an update is likely when either you get flashes of light, like an occasional flicker, or when performance goes bad.


when we do see either 90% of the time there is an update but:

  1. there is no notification
  2. it didn’t update automatically even though that is enabled.


dosa anyone else have this issue or know why it doesn’t automatically update?

Posted on Mar 24, 2022 2:19 AM

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Posted on Mar 24, 2022 3:24 AM

typically you know an update is likely when either you get flashes of light, like an occasional flicker, or when performance goes bad.

Eh, no. Automatic updates happen when new software versions are released, in the days following the official release date, likely in order to spread the server load a bit. Issues with your unit are not triggering updates.

About Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD software updates - Apple Support

About Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation) software updates - Apple Support

tvOS - Wikipedia

Regardless of your setting for automatic updates, you can also check manually for new software versions.

Update your Apple TV - Apple Support

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Mar 24, 2022 3:24 AM in response to davot777

typically you know an update is likely when either you get flashes of light, like an occasional flicker, or when performance goes bad.

Eh, no. Automatic updates happen when new software versions are released, in the days following the official release date, likely in order to spread the server load a bit. Issues with your unit are not triggering updates.

About Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD software updates - Apple Support

About Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation) software updates - Apple Support

tvOS - Wikipedia

Regardless of your setting for automatic updates, you can also check manually for new software versions.

Update your Apple TV - Apple Support

why doesnt the apple tv automatically update when set to do so

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