[Ed7789]

So... Apple has pre-released the Apple TV 4K (3rd generation).

Two things I noticed:

1. They ditched the Ethernet port on the base model, as well as Thread support.
2. They dropped prices by 50$

Now


Before

[Tartarus]

Having a 1st gen TV 4K, I’m not sure if this would be worth an upgrade for me.

[Just_Me_D]

Having a 1st gen TV 4K, I’m not sure if this would be worth an upgrade for me.

Like you, I have the 1st gen TV 4K and I know the new model is not worth it to me. The only issue I have with my current model is the Ethernet port doesn’t work and it’s been like that for a while, but the device is still usable and the video still looks amazing.

If this model conks out on me then I’ll upgrade, but until then, I’ll keep using what I have.

[ksassy]

For me I see no compelling reason to upgrade my 2nd gen Apple TV 4K. It’s nice to see the storage bump and price reduction for those in the market to buy one.

[Ed7789]

I'm not planning to upgrade neither my Apple TV HD or Apple TV 4K (2nd generation). There's nothing really compelling right now.

[Up_And_Away]

I agree with the consensus. I have the 4K gen 2. I believe the gen 3 gives HDR 10+ and 4K60. But that just doesn’t make enough of a difference for my video viewing. It has the A15 and more processing power is usually good for video. But I rarely see try gen 2 A12 struggle. Scrolling between apps is about the only time I see anything close to a slow down (if gaming with it, maybe this would be a tangible difference maker).

But removing the Ethernet port and lowering cost is wise. I do use the Ethernet port but I have an 8 port switch in my home network setup. Most people have their ISP’s modem-router-switch. Ithink most have one Ethernet port. It’s a Wi-Fi world we live in except for a few us tech nerds

[Mr Segundus]

I have the second gen and I don't think third gen is much of an upgrade.

[Tartarus]

Having a 1st gen TV 4K, I’m not sure if this would be worth an upgrade for me.

This didn’t age well.
I caved and got the 3rd gen TV 4K WiFi + Ethernet 128GB. So far I’m happy, as was expected.