Apple TV+ is only a few days old and one thing is already clear – the streaming quality is significantly better than that of other services.
Apple TV+ is currently facing some criticism due to its small media library - but many fans are already convinced by Apple's new service, which is why a little waiting time should hardly bother anyone, because Apple promises significantly more content. But there is one point that even critics cannot ignore - the streaming quality. Apple TV+ already offers the best streaming quality thanks to the high bitrate. The videos are simply outstanding - when it comes to 4K HDR and Dolby Atmos sound, nobody can beat Apple. Cupertino is really flexing its muscles here.
Rasmus Larsen, editor-in-chief of FlatpanelsHD, wrote an article on this topic with concrete figures. Apple TV+ is said to offer the highest streaming quality in the 4K range. The drama series "See" achieved a peak of 41 Mbps with an average bitrate of 29 Mbps on the Apple TV 4K. Blu-rays typically offer the best quality and lowest compression, but Apple TV+ is a streaming service—which makes these figures all the more impressive.
Apple TV at a glance
There are currently two versions of the Apple TV available, but only one of them can display 4K. The Apple TV HD with 32 GB is available for around 159 euros, while the Apple TV 4K with 32 GB has an entry-level price of 199 euros. The 64 GB version costs around 219 euros. Both devices are also available at Amazon
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