最近在拜访朋友家时，我被他的Apple TV深深吸引，经过一番尝试，我被它的性能和用户体验所折服，这激起了我购买的欲望。于是xiaoz通过淘宝下单，购买了自己的Apple TV。在这篇文章中，我将分享我的开箱体验、购买价格，以及我个人推荐的一些必装软件。希望能为同样感兴趣的你提供有用的信息。

Introduction

The reason I say Apple TV is relatively niche is that this product is not sold in mainland China, and many applications (like Netflix) require a VPN to use smoothly. Therefore, I do not recommend it for beginners, as many apps may not work. If you are considering a purchase, here are some tools and accessories you need to prepare.

• Prepare a VPN tool
• An Apple account from a non-Chinese region, such as Hong Kong or the US
• A TV that supports 4K or higher resolution
• HDMI cable (not included)
• Type-C charger (not included)
• An iPhone (optional)

Configuration and Price

The model purchased by xiaoz is the 2022 new Apple TV 7th generation, US version, 128GB. There are differences between the various versions, as detailed below:

• The power plug for the Hong Kong version is not suitable for mainland China and requires an adapter, so the US version is recommended, as it does not need additional conversion.
• The 64GB version connects via Wi-Fi only, while the 128GB version supports both Wi-Fi and Ethernet, meaning only the 128GB version supports wired connections.

The price for the 2022 new Apple TV 7th generation, US version, 128GB is ￥1188.00, and it was shipped via SF Express. The purchase link is: https://m.tb.cn/h.gZSbpCr

Unboxing

To be environmentally friendly, Apple does not use plastic wrap for the box, which is normal.

The bottom of the box has a pull tab seal for anti-counterfeiting. Note: If there is no pull tab, it may have been opened.

The seller included a remote control protective cover.

The official accessories include only the power cord, TV box, and remote control, with no HDMI cable or charger.

Next is a display of the box (it's very small and can be held in one hand).

The remote control has a metallic finish, giving it a strong texture, and uses a Type-C charging port, allowing it to be charged with an Android charger. It comes with about 80% battery life out of the box.

On the side, you can use Siri voice input, but it seems to only support English.

Recommended Software

Here are some commonly used software recommended by xiaoz. These choices may not suit everyone, so please select the software that fits your needs. Note that installing these applications may require a non-mainland Apple account, and some applications may need to be purchased.

• Shadowrocket: Used for VPN, the full name is hard to type, but those who know will understand (requires purchase)
• Netflix: A popular streaming service platform that offers a wealth of movies, TV shows, and original content. Ideal for users who love to watch new shows and movies. (Requires subscription)
• YouTube: The world's largest video-sharing website, covering various educational, entertainment, and informational videos. Suitable for users of all ages looking for tutorials, music, news, and more. (Free + subscription)
• Infuse: A powerful video player that supports multiple video formats, providing excellent organization and playback experience, suitable for users wishing to play high-quality video files directly on the device. (Requires purchase)
• Vidhub: Offers similar features to Infuse and is considered the best free alternative to Infuse, supporting Jellyfin (free)
• Fileball: Provides file management, music player, and video player features (free + paid)

If you have more excellent software recommendations, feel free to leave a comment below.

User Experience

The user interface of Apple TV gives a clean, tidy, and comfortable feeling, which stands in stark contrast to many domestic Android TV boxes filled with bundled software and cluttered ads. At the same time, Apple TV operates very smoothly, and the quality of third-party software is also quite high. However, it is worth noting that most software is paid, and without purchasing these programs, you may not fully utilize all the features of Apple TV.

The voice input on the Apple TV remote seems to only recognize English and cannot recognize Chinese. Is this a deliberate limitation since it is not sold in mainland China? Or maybe xiaoz's usage was incorrect; comments and guidance are welcome.

Apple TV does not support Chinese voice input, which makes text input via the remote control less efficient. However, if you have an iPhone, you can use it to input text remotely, greatly improving input speed and convenience.

Conclusion

In summary, although Apple TV is a relatively niche choice in the domestic market, its simple and elegant user interface and high-quality third-party software indeed provide users with an extraordinary experience. While the lack of Chinese input and the need for software purchases may pose some inconveniences, these are not insurmountable obstacles for users seeking high-quality audio-visual enjoyment. I hope this article helps you better understand the features and value of Apple TV and brings new possibilities to your smart home life.

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