Apple TV+ Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
Article ID = 235Article Title = Apple TV+ Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
Article Author(s) = Graham Needham (BH)
Article Created On = 11th September 2019
Article Last Updated = 4th November 2019
Article URL = https://www.macstrategy.com/article.php?235
Article Brief Description:
Frequently Asked Questions about Apple's TV+ subscription streaming service
Q. What is Apple TV+?
A. It is a streaming subscription service for Apple's own original TV series, special shows and films. Apple announced at their 10th September 2019 media event that, from that date, any new purchase of an iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Mac or Apple TV will include a free one year subscription to Apple TV+.Q. When does Apple TV+ launch?
A. It launched on 1st November 2019 in 100+ countries.Q. What are those 100+ countries?
A. The list hasn't been revealed yet.Q. How much does it cost?
A. US$4.99 (or equivalent in your country) per month (for the whole family).Q. Is there a free trial?
A. Yes, 7 days.Q. Is there a discounted price if I pay for a whole year in one go?
A. Yes, in most countries. The discount value/percentage may differ from country to country depending on the currency.Q. What do I need to watch Apple TV+?
A. An Apple ID with an Apple TV+ subscription and one of the following:- An Apple Macintosh computer running macOS 10.15 Catalina or later
- An Apple iPhone running iOS 12.3 or later
- An Apple iPod touch running iOS 12.3 or later
- An Apple iPad running iPadOS 12.3 or later
- An Apple TV running tvOS 12.3 or later
- Via the internet with any computer running the latest version of Safari, Chrome or Firefox
- An Amazon Fire TV with the Apple TV app
- A TV that includes the Apple TV app e.g. some Samsung, Roku TV sets
- An iOS device running iOS 12.3 or later with a TV that includes Airplay 2 support e.g. some LG, Vizio or Sony TV sets
Q. What shows are rumoured/confirmed?
A. As of 11th September 2019 the following shows have been rumoured/confirmed:- Alabama
- Amazing Stories (Steven Spielberg)
- The Banker (Film)
- Calls
- Central Park
- Defending Jacob
- Dickinson
- The Elephant Queen (Documentary Film)
- False Flag
- For All Mankind
- Isaac Asimov's Foundation
- Helpsters
- Home Before Dark
- Lisey's Story
- Little America
- Little Voice
- Losing Earth
- The Morning Show
- My Glory Was I Had Such Friends
- Mythic Quest
- On The Rocks (Sofia Coppola - Film)
- Pachinko
- Prehistoric Planet
- See
- Servant (M. Night Shyamalan)
- Shantaram
- Snoopy In Space
- Swagger
- Time Bandits (Television adaptation of Terry Gilliam's 1981 film)
- Truth Be Told
- Vital Signs
- Wolfwalkers (Film)
- You Think It, I'll Say It
- Dads (Film)
- Ghost Writer
- Hala (Film)
- Home
- Mr. Corman
- Oprah (Winfrey)
- Toxic Labor (Film)
Q. Will all shows be available at launch?
A. No. New content will be added over time.Q. Will shows be available in 4K?
A. Yes. According to Apple "4K HDR and Dolby Atmos".Q. Will the service include adverts?
A. No.Q. Can shows be downloaded for offline viewing?
A. Yes.Q. Will there be limits on what can be downloaded?
A. Yes, but the actual limits have not been confirmed yet.Q. Can shows be simultaneously streamed?
A. Currently it looks like no, but actual limits have not been confirmed yet.Q. I bought some Apple hardware and I'm supposed to get a free one year of this service but I'm not seeing it. How do I get the free one year?
A. Go to https://tv.apple.com and try signing in there. If that still doesn't work contact Apple and they should issue you a redemption code that you can use instead.
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