| Also known as | Apple TV Remote |
|---|---|
| Developer | Apple Inc. |
| Manufacturer | Foxconn (under contract) Pegatron (under contract) |
| Type | Remote control |
| Generation | 3 |
| Release date | First generation: October 30, 2015 (2015-10-30) (original) September 12, 2017 (2017-09-12) (2017 revision) Second generation: May 21, 2021 (2021-05-21) Third generation: November 4, 2022 (2022-11-04) |
| Introductory price | First generation: US$79[1] Second and third generation: US$59 |
| System on a chip | ARMCortex-M3 32-bitMCU[2] |
| CPU | ST Microelectronics STM32L151QD ultra-low-power |
| Memory | 48 KBRAM |
| Storage | 384 KBFlash withECC (with 2 banks of 192 KB enabling Rww capability) |
| Input | Lightning (first and second generation only),USB-C (since third generation), dual microphones,InvenSense ITG-3600 3-axisgyroscope (first generation only) |
| Touchpad | First generation: Glassmulti-touch surface served by aBroadcom BCM5976C1KUB6Gtouch screen controller |
| Power | First generation: 3.78V, 1.55 W•h, 410 mA•h recyclableRechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery Second generation: 3.81V, 1.52 W•h, 398 mA•h recyclablerechargeable lithium-ion battery |
| Platform | tvOS |
| Dimensions | First generation: 124 mm H 38 mm W 6.3 mm D Second and third generation: 136 mm H 35 mm W 9.25 mm D |
| Weight | First generation: 45 g Second and third generation: 63 g |
| Predecessor | Apple Remote |
| Website | www |
TheSiri Remote (known as theApple TV Remote in regions where Siri is not supported)[3] is aremote control released byApple with theSiri-capable fourth generation and laterApple TV. It replaced theApple Remote.
The first generation Siri Remote is visually distinguished by atrackpad covering the upper third of its face. The multi-touch surface allows for clicking, swiping in any of four directions for navigation, and tilting the trackpad button in any direction to "tilt" buttons in the interface. The Siri Remote is equipped with dual microphones for spoken input for Siri and text entry. In addition to controlling the Apple TV itself, the Siri Remote can learn the IR codes to control the volume of a TV, sound bar, or receiver.
On September 12, 2017, along with the announcement of the Apple TV 4K, Apple announced an updated Siri Remote with a raised white border around the menu button and additional motion input for apps. Additionally, the price was reduced to $59.[4]
On April 20, 2021 Apple announced a redesigned second generation Siri Remote in conjunction with an updated Apple TV 4K.[5] The new remote is thicker with a curved back, changes the trackpad to a circular touch-enabled click pad reminiscent to theiPod click wheel; in the audiovisual player, it allows you to navigate through the video stream like ajog dial. The new remote replaces the menu button with a back button, adds television power and mute buttons, and moves the Siri button to the upper right-side edge. The remote does not include an accelerometer and gyroscope, which were present in the previous Siri Remote, making it incompatible with some games.[6] It is backwards compatible with previoustvOS-based Apple TVs and ships with an updated SKU of the Apple TV HD.[7]
On October 18, 2022, Apple announced an updated third generation Siri Remote to ship with theApple TV 4K (third generation) that includes aUSB-C port for charging, replacingLightning, and is otherwise identical to the second generation remote.[8]
| Models | First generation | Second generation | Third generation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Image |  |  | ||
| Release date | October 30, 2015 | May 21, 2021 | November 4, 2022 | |
| Model number | A1962 | A2540 | A2854 | |
| Discontinued | May 21, 2021 | October 18, 2022 | In production | |
| Dimensions | Height | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | |
| Width | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | ||
| Depth | 6.4 mm (0.25 in) | 9.1 mm (0.36 in) | ||
| Weight | 47 g (1.7 oz) | 63 g (2.2 oz) | ||
| Microphone | Dual microphones for Siri | |||
| Connectivity | IR transmitter | Yes | ||
| Bluetooth | 4.0 | 5.0 | ||
| Port | Lightning port for charging | USB-C port for charging | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer | Yes | No | |
| Gyroscope | ||||
| Power | Battery | Built-inrechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery (3.78V, 1.55 W•h, 410 mA•h) - A1519 | Built-inrechargeable lithium-ion battery (3.81V, 1.52 W•h, 398 mA•h) - A2563 | |
| Charging | ViaUSB to computer system or power adapter (sold separately) | |||
| Environmental requirements | Operating temperatures | 32° to 95 °F (0° to 35 °C) | ||
| Nonoperating temperature | -4° to 113 °F (-20° to 45 °C) | |||
| Relative humidity | 5% to 95% noncondensing | |||
| Operating altitude | Tested up to 10,000 feet (3000 m) | |||
| FCCID | BCGA1513 | BCGA2540 | BCGA2854 | |
The first generation Siri Remote's usability has been controversial, with users reporting difficulty navigating using the trackpad.[9] In late 2019, the Swiss telecom providerSalt, which uses the Apple TV 4K as theset-top box for itsIPTV offerings, introduced its own replacement IR remote control using traditional buttons. It was sold as an optional accessory for about CHF 20.[10][11] It has since become available under numerous other brand names.
Since then, another alternative remote control fromUniversal Electronics has been released for distribution through telecom providers.[12] This model includes a microphone for Siri, connects using Bluetooth, and has been distributed by numerous TV providers, including Salt,[13]Telekom Deutschland,[14][15] andSpectrum.[16] It is also sold at retail under Universal Electronics’One For All brand.[17]