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Apple TV Software Updated to Version 6.0.1

appletv.jpgApple released version 6.0.1 of the Apple TV software today, a minor bug fix release capping a week of new product updates.

The last Apple TV update occurred back in September following the public release of iOS 7 for the iPhone and iPad. That release added support for iTunes Radio, AirPlay from iCloud and new podcast functionality.

On Tuesday, Apple added a new iMovie Theater channel to the Apple TV. The new channel is designed to work in conjunction with a new feature in the Mac and iOS versions of iMovie that allows users to share clips and videos seamlessly between their Apple devices.

According to Apple's Apple TV software update page with, version 6.0.1 includes "general performance and stability improvements. The update is available through the Apple TV's over-the-air update mechanism via Settings / General / Software Update.

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Top Rated Comments

164 months ago
I want a major Apple TV interface overhaul :p
Score: 23 Votes (Like | Disagree)
needfx Avatar
164 months ago
update now to receive magical purchase deletions
Score: 12 Votes (Like | Disagree)
164 months ago
surprising that a .0.1 update is front page news.
Score: 10 Votes (Like | Disagree)
164 months ago
I want a major Apple TV interface overhaul :p

So long as it's not white; can't imagine using that at night.
Score: 9 Votes (Like | Disagree)
164 months ago
holy carp, i upgraded and all my itunes disney purchases are now gone
Score: 8 Votes (Like | Disagree)
KeepCalmPeople Avatar
164 months ago
Given the debacle of the last update, I think I'll wait a couple of weeks on this one...
Score: 5 Votes (Like | Disagree)