Apple Could Be Planning to Release Updated Apple TV Box Next MonthApple is planning to release updated Apple TV hardware next month, according to the well-connected MG Siegler. The TechCrunch writer tweeted earlier today: I guess those excited about a software refresh in a week are gonna be *really* excited when new Apple TV hardware is unveiled next month.The Apple TV box is well overdue for a update, having gone 553 days since a major release, though the Apple TV box was given a stealth update earlier this year that did not affect any functionality. The Apple TV will receive a software update alongside iOS 7 next week that will allow users to play their purchased iTunes content on Apple TV's that are owned by others. Mark Gurman is reporting separately that Apple has been testing Xbox Kinect-like motion control for televisions, though he says it is unclear when if this will make its way to the Apple TV set-top box or is being held for a standalone Apple television set. Mysterious shipment records indicating 'set-top box' shipments were spotted earlier this month that could be a new Apple TV box. Apple is planning to unveil the next versions of the iPad and iPad mini in October, so this would be a likely time for an Apple TV update as well. Recent Mac and iOS Blog Stories • Three Announces 4G Rollout Plan in Four UK Cities • Disney's 'The Little Mermaid: Second Screen Live' Hitting Theaters with Companion iPad App • Apple's 'Cards' App Appears to Be Discontinued [Update: Confirmed By Apple] • Apple Asks Developers to Submit iOS 7-Compatible App Updates • New Otterbox Cases for iPhone 5s Will Work With Touch ID • Apple Introduces New 'Space Gray' Colors for iPod Touch, Nano, and Shuffle • Apple Continues Offering iPhone 4 in China • Apple Increases AppleCare+ iPhone Service Charges, Adds iPods, Expands to New Countries
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