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Apple TV remote

Does the latest Apple TV remote require line of site to the Apple TV box?

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Posted on Jun 27, 2022 10:57 AM

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Posted on Jun 28, 2022 1:37 AM

The Siri Remote uses bluetooth to send signals to the Apple TV box. That is not directional, and may get around or through some furniture.

The Siri Remote also has an IR transmitter for audio controls, bypassing the Apple TV box, to send directly to a TV or audio system. That is directional and requires line of sight.


Siri Remote at a glance - Apple Support

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Jun 28, 2022 1:37 AM in response to lininger59

The Siri Remote uses bluetooth to send signals to the Apple TV box. That is not directional, and may get around or through some furniture.

The Siri Remote also has an IR transmitter for audio controls, bypassing the Apple TV box, to send directly to a TV or audio system. That is directional and requires line of sight.


Siri Remote at a glance - Apple Support

Apple TV remote

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