MHz Networks is an American broadcaster that specializes in international television programming.
70-695: MHz (pronounced "M-H-Z") Networks began as a project of the Commonwealth Public Broadcasting Corporation . The broadcaster's original stations were WNVT in Goldvein, Virginia , and WNVC in Fairfax, Virginia , which served the Washington, D.C. , television market . International programming began on WNVC in 1996, branded "World View TV". In 2001, the two stations became known as MHz Networks , with WNVC becoming MHz1 and WNVT becoming MHz2. In
140-615: A UHDTV with Apple TV 4K or later, to stream video, music, and podcasts as well as downloading apps and games from the tvOS App Store. The first, second, and third generations offered limited content which Apple had provisioned to work with Apple TV. These have now been discontinued in favor of the fourth generation Apple TV, with an OS based on iOS called tvOS which lets developers create their own apps with their own interface that run on Apple TV. These include multimedia, music apps, and games. Features of Apple TV include: Since tvOS and watchOS are based on iOS, they have inherited many of
210-429: A peer-to-peer digital media player , streaming content from iTunes libraries and playing the content over the network. First-generation Apple TVs can stream content from up to five computers or iTunes libraries. Also, five Apple TVs can be linked to the same iTunes library. The second-generation Apple TV onwards allows users to stream content from more than one iTunes library: these additional iTunes libraries can be on
280-563: A "rev A" of the hardware in March 2013. It uses a single-core variant of the A5 chip and draws less power than the original third-generation model. Despite Apple's promise before the revision's launch that "the component changes ... don't affect product features", in September 2014, Apple TV Software 7.0 introduced peer-to-peer AirPlay exclusively for the rev A model. The third-generation Apple TV
350-537: A 64-bit Apple A8 chip, and adds support for Dolby Digital Plus audio. It is taller but otherwise resembles the second- and third-generation models. The remote replaced the arrow button with swipe-to-select features, Siri support, a built-in microphone, volume control over HDMI CEC and IR , and an accelerometer ( IMU ). Upon release, the third-party apps were available from a limited range of providers, with new APIs providing opportunities for more apps. New apps and games were initially required to interface with
420-540: A Mac or Windows -based PC running iTunes on the same network to sync or stream content to it. A model with a 160 GB hard drive was released in May 2007. The 40 GB version was discontinued in September 2009. In January 2008, it became a stand-alone device through a software update, which removed the requirement of iTunes syncing from separate computer, and allowed for media from services such as iTunes Store , MobileMe , and Flickr to be rented or purchased directly on
490-527: A collaboration with BT Group and Proximus Group that was never released to the public. Apple's final major attempt before the Apple TV was the Apple Pippin in 1990s, a combination home game console and networked computer. At a September 2006 Apple special event , Apple announced the first-generation Apple TV. It was originally announced as "iTV" to fit into their "i"-based product naming convention, but
560-500: A compatible 4K television set. Apple offers AVC 1080p movies and video podcasts on iTunes. In comparison, Blu-ray films are 1080p H.264 or VC-1 video encoded at rates of up to 40 Mbit/s. Apple TV's audio chip supports 7.1 surround sound , and some high definition rentals from iTunes are offered with Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound. There is an Apple TV export option in QuickTime which allows content in some formats that
630-492: A computer on a local network to maintain a central home media library of digitized CD, DVD or HD content, provide direct connectivity to photo organization software such as iPhoto, limit home video access to a local network only, play Internet radio, or preload content on Apple TV to be used later as a non-networked video player. For users who wish to connect the Apple TV to a computer, synchronization and streaming modes are supported. Apple TV in synchronization mode works in
700-508: A home hub, supporting controlling appliances remotely, granting guest access, and setting up automations. After newer 4K versions of the Apple TV were released, Apple continued to sell the fourth-generation model as an entry-level option, rebranding it as the Apple TV HD in March 2019. On October 18, 2022, the Apple TV HD was discontinued after seven years on the market after the release of
770-438: A large square box on the screen upon startup (movies, TV shows, music, YouTube , podcasts, and photos) and presented in the initial menu, along with a "Settings" option for configuration, including software updates. In October 2009, Apple released a minor upgrade for the Apple TV called "Apple TV Software 3.0". This update replaced the interface in version 2.0 with a new interface which presented seven horizontal columns across
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#1733093007328840-449: A makeshift Intel Mac Mini , with a USB boot disk image being available online, and an install to the inbuilt hard drive possible by flashing the image to the hard drive through the USB booted disk. The device is not easily used unless a USB hub is installed, due to it only having one USB port. The first generation Apple TV has a 1 GHz Intel Pentium M CPU, and 256 MB of RAM. Neither
910-408: A now playing screen. On September 9, 2015, Apple announced the new Siri Remote for the fourth-generation Apple TV (Apple TV HD) (although in some territories, Apple have kept the name Apple TV Remote, due to Siri functionality not being enabled on it in that territory). It is a completely redesigned remote that features dual microphones for Siri support and a glass touch surface for navigation around
980-864: A proprietary variant of RTSP / RTP . Using WDS -bridging, the AirPort Express can allow AirPlay functionality (as well as Internet access, file and print sharing, etc.) across a larger distance in a mixed environment of wired and up to 10 wireless clients. Speakers attached to an AirPort Express or Apple TV can be selected from within the "Remote" iPhone/iPod Touch program, allowing full AirPlay compatibility (see "Remote control" section below). A compatible Mac running OS X Mountain Lion or later can wirelessly mirror its screen to an Apple TV through AirPlay Mirroring while one running OS X Mavericks or later can also extend its display with AirPlay Display. Apple TV can be controlled by many infrared remote controls or paired with
1050-431: A version of iOS , rather than the modified Mac OS X of the original model. The interface on Apple TV Software 4 is similar to that of previous versions, with only minor changes and feature additions throughout. In March 2012, Apple released a major new software update, with the Apple TV 3rd generation, labeled as Apple TV Software 5 (iOS 5.1), which shipped with the new 3rd generation Apple TV. This update completely revised
1120-488: A way similar to the iPod . It is paired with an iTunes library on a single computer and can synchronize with that library, copying all or selected content to its own storage. Apple TV need not remain connected to the network after syncing. Photos can be synced from iPhoto , Aperture , or from a folder on a Mac , or Adobe Photoshop Album, Adobe Photoshop , or from a hard disk folder in Windows . Apple TV can also function as
1190-423: Is a small piece of networking hardware that sends received media data such as video and audio to a TV or external display. Its media services include streaming media , TV Everywhere -based services, local media sources, and sports journalism and broadcasts . Second-generation and later models function only when connected via HDMI to an enhanced-definition or high-definition widescreen television. Since
1260-558: Is based in Richmond, Virginia . VPM Media is owned by the Virginia Foundation for Public Media. The stations were originally branded under the blanket name Community Idea Stations . As of May 2018, organizational funding was primarily private with only 9% from The Corporation for Public Broadcasting with the private split evenly between individuals and corporations and no state funding. Central Virginia Educational Television Corp.
1330-465: Is instead installed to cool the hard drive and installed power supply. Apple released the second-generation Apple TV in September 2010. Based on the ARM-based Apple A4 chip instead of an Intel x86 processor, it runs a variant of iOS . It is housed in a black enclosure and is one-quarter the size of the first-generation model. The device has 8 GB of flash storage for buffering, replacing
1400-436: Is limited to the user interface and the viewing of photographs – all other content is simply upscaled to those resolutions. Those models cannot play 1080i or 1080p video content (e.g., HD camera video). The third- and fourth-generation Apple TV support 1080p video content. The Apple TV 4K, as the name suggests, supports 4K resolutions and HDR, including Dolby Vision. 4K content from sources such as iTunes can be played on
1470-454: Is reserved for service and diagnostics. The device connects through Ethernet or Wi-Fi to the computer for digital content from the Internet and local networks. Apple TV does not come with audio, video or other cables, which must be acquired additionally as required. On the previous Apple TV, media files could be transferred directly onto the device by syncing with another computer. Once content
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#17330930073281540-542: The "TV" text from the top of the unit, leaving only the Apple logo. It comes in two configurations, a Wi-Fi-only model with 64 GB of storage, and a more expensive 128 GB model with Wi-Fi, Ethernet and a Thread radio. The included Siri Remote charges via USB-C instead of Lightning . This version is compatible with HDMI 2.1 QMS that allows a change of refresh rate without having a blank screen interruption. Apple TV allows consumers to use an HDTV with any Apple TV or
1610-467: The 4K third-generation model. At an Apple special event on September 12, 2017, Apple announced the Apple TV 4K , which supports 2160p output, HDR10 , Dolby Vision , and includes a faster Apple A10X chip supporting HEVC hardware decoding. Dolby Atmos support was added in tvOS 12. Following the announcement of the new models, the 64 GB version of the Apple TV HD was discontinued. Changes to
1680-569: The 4th-generation case include the addition of vents on the base, the removal of the USB-C port, and the addition of a tactile white ring around the Menu button on the included Siri Remote . On April 20, 2021, Apple announced an updated Apple TV 4K with the A12 Bionic chip, support for high frame rate HDR, HDMI 2.1, and Wi-Fi 6 . Its HDMI port supports ARC and eARC , which allows other sources plugged into
1750-471: The Apple TV HD and later and will not work with earlier generations. Beginning with the Apple TV HD, the remote includes two microphones and a button to activate Siri . Siri on the Apple TV has all of the functions of Siri on iOS 9; it can also respond to requests specifically for the TV. For instance, the viewer can ask Siri to search for a TV show or movie and it will search across multiple different sources to tell
1820-722: The Apple TV HD, Apple removed the optical audio port. Apple also enhanced the HDMI port by adding support for HDMI . The 4th generation also removed the USB hardware port in favor of the reversible USB-C port and the 5th generation removed USB entirely. AirPlay allows iOS devices or an AirPort -enabled computer with the iTunes music player to send a stream of music to multiple (three to six, in typical conditions) stereos connected to an AirPort Express (the audio-only antecedent of Apple TV) or Apple TV. The AirPort Express' streaming media capabilities use Apple's Remote Audio Output Protocol (RAOP),
1890-529: The Apple TV, Apple made a number of attempts to create TV-based devices: In 1993, Apple released the Macintosh TV in an attempt to enter the home-entertainment industry. The device had a 14-inch CRT screen and a TV tuner card . It was not a commercial success, with only 10,000 sold before its discontinuation in 1994. That year, the company developed the Apple Interactive Television Box ,
1960-482: The Apple TV. In July 2008, Apple released the software 2.1 update which added external recognition of iPhones and iPod Touches as alternative remote control devices to the Apple Remote. In September 2015, Apple discontinued iTunes support for the first-generation Apple TV, with accessibility being obstructed from such devices due to obsolete security standards. The first generation Apple TV can be modified into
2030-459: The Apple layout may also be compatible. On July 10, 2008, Apple released ITunes Remote , a free iOS application that allows the iPhone , iPod Touch , and iPad to control the iTunes library on the Apple TV via Wi-Fi . The Apple Watch also has a remote app to control Apple TV. The Remote App was updated on September 13, 2016, to take advantage of all the features of the Apple TV 4. This includes Siri, Touchpad, and Home Buttons, along with
2100-447: The CPU or RAM can be upgraded without soldering, as both are soldered onto the motherboard. The device has one HDMI interface, one USB port, one 10/100 base T Ethernet port, and a Component video interface. Due to its thermal management design utilizing the upper case as a passive heat sink, the device gets warm when in use. A fan is used to cool the case, but it does not reach the CPU and
2170-479: The Mac, it presents the user with seven options for consuming content. Movies, TV Shows, Music, Podcasts, Photos, Settings, and Sources. It was a modified version of OS x v10.4 Tiger. In February 2008, Apple released a major and free upgrade to the Apple TV, labelled "Take Two" (2.0). This update did away with Front Row and introduced a new interface in which content was organized into six categories, all of which appeared in
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2240-545: The Washington, D.C. market after CPBC sold the stations' channel allocations in the Federal Communications Commission 's ongoing spectrum reallocation auction. In November 2022, MHz Networks was acquired by film distribution and home video company Kino Lorber . MHz Worldview was an independent, American, non-commercial public television network that broadcast newscasts and other programs from around
2310-561: The accessibility features of iOS and macOS and are compatible with Apple's entire product line including the Apple Watch as a remote controller for the Apple TV. tvOS includes the Apple technologies of VoiceOver , Zoom, and Siri to help the blind and those with low vision. Pairing a Wireless keyboard with the tvOS on the Apple TV enables another accessibility feature that also is an incorporation of VoiceOver. When typing, VoiceOver mirrors with an audio voice, each character pressed on
2380-402: The announcement, the previous Apple TV 4K with an A10X chip was discontinued. tvOS 17 added FaceTime and support for Continuity Camera with a paired iPhone or iPad. The model also comes with a thicker, redesigned Siri Remote with a circular touchpad with navigational buttons, as well as power and mute buttons. The remote does not include an accelerometer and gyroscope, which were present in
2450-560: The closure, the many television stations that had programming from MHz switched to different networks. Five stations switched to World Channel , another five to First Nations Experience and another five to DW . MHz Worldview was the main affiliate for WPPT and they switched to PBS . WCFE-TV switched to NHK World-Japan . KMOS-TV started its new independent channel in subchannel 6.3, named KMOS Emerge. KUEN now carries local programming on subchannel 9.2, previously used by MHz Worldview. KWSU-TV removed subchannel 10.3 after MHz Worldview
2520-412: The device does not support to be easily re-encoded. Applications that use QuickTime to export media can use this; e.g., iMovie 's Share menu, iTunes' advanced menu, and some third-party content conversion tools. Apple TV streams video through an HDMI cable (Type A) connected to the TV's HDMI port. Audio is supported through the optical or HDMI ports. The device also has a Micro-USB port, which
2590-540: The digital television era, WNVC and WNVT placed a set of twelve international news channels on their two signals. The final set of channels consisted of TRT World , CGTN America , CGTN Documentary , Africa Today TV, France 24 , CNC World , Arirang , TeleSUR , Deutsche Welle , and Vietnet. Previous channels included NHK World , BVN , Al Jazeera English , Blue Ocean Network, SABC News International , NTA , Ethiopian Television , RT America , RT Spanish , VTV4 , Euronews , CNC World , and TRT Türk . Two months before
2660-659: The download size limits, arguing that it leads to situations where game data is purged and has to be re-downloaded. 7.55 oz (214 g) (128 GB model) Apple TV contains neither a TV tuner nor a personal video recorder . Both capabilities can be applied to the connected home computer through various third-party products, such as allowing PVR software to connect to iTunes and enable scheduled HDTV recordings to play automatically via Apple TV for playback. Apple TV HD and newer can be linked with Wi-Fi-based tuners such as HDHomeRun . The Front Row interface lacks some iTunes functionality, including rating items, checking
2730-449: The earlier generations of Apple TV. It features an app store, allowing third-party app developers to release their own apps on the platform. The new software also features support for Siri voice control. The tvOS software development kit (SDK) for developing tvOS apps is included in Xcode 7.1 and later. A new development feature, App Thinning, is used in the Apple TV, running on tvOS, due to
2800-575: The end of broadcast operations in Washington, on February 1, 2018, RT America was dropped from WNVC's signal, apparently due to concerns that MHz Networks or CPBC would be required to register under the Foreign Agents Registration Act . In 2013, Commonwealth Public Broadcasting Corporation spun off the MHz Networks unit and sold the WNVC and WNVT towers. On April 1, 2018, MHz Networks exited
2870-449: The following audio, video, and picture formats (although with the Apple TV HD and later, apps may use alternative built-in software in order to play other codecs and formats, e.g. Emby , MrMC , VLC media player , Kodi and Plex ): Attempts to sync unsupported content to Apple TV will draw an error message from iTunes. The first- and second-generation Apple TV video output can be set to either 1080i or 1080p ; however, this resolution
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2940-527: The foundation the parent company of Commonwealth Public Broadcasting. Since the station managers would report to the foundation's CEO, the Commonwealth's CEO position was eliminated. Alpha Media sold the nonprofit on February 15, 2018, WBBT-FM (1980s hits) and WWLB (classic country) radio stations in the Richmond market. In May 2019, WCVE-FM programming was split with WCVE retaining news and music migrating to
3010-414: The fourth-generation model, Apple TV runs tvOS with multiple pre-installed apps . In November 2019, Apple released Apple TV+ and Apple TV app a la carte . Apple TV lacks integrated controls and can only be controlled remotely, through a Siri Remote , iPhone or iPad, Apple Remote , or third-party infrared remotes complying with the fourth generation Consumer Electronics Control standard. Before
3080-711: The iTunes Store either on the Apple TV or in iTunes itself. The viewer can customize the captions in episodes or movies with styles and fonts that are more conducive to their hearing and/or visual impairment. Apple's Remote app on iOS devices allows control of the Apple TV from an iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. Similar to Google's redesign of YouTube, Apple has restricted access to most viewed charts on movies and podcasts. They are replaced by "Top Movies", "Top Podcasts", and "Editor's Picks". Parental controls allow consumers to limit access to Internet media service content via "Restrictions" settings; individual services can be turned off (e.g., to reduce clutter), icons can be rearranged via
3150-459: The included Apple Remote to prevent interference from other remotes. Either kind of remote can control playback volume, but for music only. The Apple Wireless Keyboard is supported on the second-generation Apple TV and later using the built-in Bluetooth . The consumer has the ability to control media playback, navigate menus and input text and other information. Third-party keyboards that use
3220-406: The interface by swiping or tapping and scrubbing to fast forward or rewind. Also, it has a menu and home button, a Siri button to invoke Siri, a Play/Pause button, and a Volume Up/Down button to control the volume on the TV. The Siri Remote communicates with the Apple TV via Bluetooth rather than infrared, removing the requirement of a line-of-sight with the device. This new remote is only supported by
3290-598: The internal hard drive in the first-generation model. It supports output up to 720p via HDMI and does not support standard definition televisions. In conjunction with its release, Apple renamed AirTunes to AirPlay , with support for streaming video from iPhones, iPads, and Macs to Apple TV. At a March 2012 Apple special event , Apple announced the third-generation Apple TV. Externally identical to its predecessor, it includes an A5 chip with one core deactivated and supports 1080p video output. It also allows remote access to HomeKit devices. Apple quietly released
3360-572: The internet on-demand service. In April 2019, MHz Choice launched on The Roku Channel as part of Roku's Premium Subscription service. VPM Media Corporation The VPM Media Corporation , formerly known as the Commonwealth Public Broadcasting Corporation and Central Virginia Educational Television Corporation , is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is the group owner of Public Broadcasting Service ( PBS ) member public television stations and National Public Radio ( NPR ) member stations in central and western Virginia. The organization
3430-538: The keyboard and repeated again when it is entered. The Apple TV is designed to work with the Apple Wireless Keyboard or the Apple Magic Keyboard . Apple TV with and without tvOS supports closed captioning , so the deaf or hard of hearing can properly watch TV episodes and feature-length movies. Compatible episodes and movies are denoted with a CC (closed captioning) or SDH (Descriptive Audio) icon in
3500-455: The look of the home screen to make it resemble the icon grid seen on iOS. Instead of 7 columns, content and third-party channels are shown in a tiled grid format, which can be rearranged. Throughout the years, for Apple TV Software 5–6, Apple released minor revisions, content additions, and feature updates. The Apple TV Software 7.0 features a flat look similar to iOS 7 and OS X Yosemite and adds features such as Peer-To-Peer AirPlay. Version 8.0
3570-584: The new Apple TV app to the home screen. The Apple TV app brings compatibility to the Apple TV Channels service. This update also fixes some security flaws found in Apple TV Software 7.2.2 and earlier. On September 24, 2019, Apple TV Software 7.4 (iOS 8.4.3) was released to the public. On March 24, 2020, Apple TV Software 7.5 (iOS 8.4.4) was released to the public. The Apple TV HD and later run an operating system called tvOS which does not support
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#17330930073283640-556: The new touchpad-enabled Siri remote, a requirement later relaxed for games. The fourth-generation Apple TV started shipping in October 2015. Several unexpected problems, such as incompatibility with iTunes Remote app for iOS and watchOS , were fixed by Apple in tvOS 9.1 on December 8, 2015. On September 13, 2016, Apple released tvOS 10 , bringing an updated remote app, single-sign on, and light-on-dark color scheme . tvOS 10 also introduced HomeKit support and allows it to function as
3710-423: The nonprofit. The corporation sold some of its Northern Virginia broadcast spectrum in 2017 for $ 181.9 million. Plans for the additional money, including sale of the two stations property, were to form a foundation to assist with programing and community mission. By August 2018, Commonwealth used the bulk of the proceeds to form the Virginia Foundation for Public Media. In August, a reorganization took place making
3780-464: The previous Siri Remote, making it incompatible with some games. The remote is compatible with previous generation tvOS-based Apple TVs and ships with an updated SKU of the Apple TV HD. On October 18, 2022, Apple announced an updated Apple TV 4K with the A15 Bionic chip with a 5-core CPU (one high efficiency core disabled) and 5-core GPU, support for HDR10+ , reduced weight and dimensions, and removed
3850-541: The same or on different computers. This is possible when Apple TV and every iTunes library from which you want to stream content meet all of the following conditions: (1) the Apple TV and the iTunes library you are streaming from are both on the same local network, (2) each uses the iTunes "Home Sharing" feature, and (3) each are using the same "Home Sharing" Apple ID. Apple TV HD and newer can also stream content locally using third-party apps such as Plex , Kodi , VLC media player , Emby and MrMC . Apple TV natively supports
3920-498: The storage restrictions of the device (as little as 32 GB) and the dual-use of the NAND Flash Memory to precache movies from Apple's content servers as well as storage for downloaded applications from the tvOS App Store. Apple's aim is to limit the size of application downloads and steering users toward downloading individual segments of apps in order to better manage storage space. Developers have reacted with criticism toward
3990-471: The tap-and-hold technique à la iOS. Internet media is split into four categories: "Internet Photos", " YouTube ", " Podcasts ", and "Purchase and Rental". Each of the categories is configured by a parental control of "Show", "Hide" or "Ask" to prompt for a 4-digit PIN. In addition, movies, TV shows, music and podcasts can be restricted by rating. Apple TV allows users on a computer running iTunes to sync or stream photos, music and videos. A user can connect
4060-579: The television to output audio through Apple TV, including to AirPlay speakers like HomePod . Like the HomePod mini, it has a Thread radio. It can pair with the ambient light sensor on iPhones with Face ID to optimize its color output, a feature that was also extended to older Apple TVs with tvOS 14.5. AirPlay supports high frame rate HDR playback, allowing videos shot on the iPhone 12 Pro in Dolby Vision 4K 60fps to be mirrored in full resolution. Following
4130-418: The top of the screen for the different categories of content (Movies, TV Shows, Music, Podcasts, Photos, Internet, and Settings). This update also added features such as content filtering, iTunes Extras, new fonts, and a new Internet radio app. One new feature in particular was the 'Genius' playlist option allowing for easier and more user friendly playlist creating. The 2nd and 3rd generation Apple TVs run
4200-452: The two new stations under the WCVE Music branding. In July 2019, it was announced that all of the broadcaster's stations would adopt the new name VPM (Virginia Public Media) on August 5, 2019. On February 24, 2022, VPM launched its first news program: VPM News Focal Point. Apple TV Apple TV is a digital media player and microconsole developed and marketed by Apple . It
4270-438: The user where the content is available to watch. It can also do things such as Play/Pause, Rewind/Fast Forward, skip back 15 seconds and temporarily turn on captioning when asked "what did he say?" or "what did she say?", open a specific app, and more. The original Apple TV ran a modified build of Mac OS X v10.4 Tiger. Apple TV software 1.0 presented the user with an interface similar to that of Front Row . Like Front Row on
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#17330930073284340-491: The web at mhzchoice.com and on a variety of apps including Android , Android TV , Apple TV , iOS , Fire TV , Roku and the Samsung Smart TV app. MHz Choice Partners In November 2016, MHz Choice launched on Amazon Prime Video Channels which gave Amazon Prime members the ability to add an MHz Choice subscription to their Amazon Prime account. In October 2018, MHz Choice launched on Comcast 's Xfinity X1's over
4410-519: The world. It was owned and operated by MHz Networks. MHz Worldview offered international newscasts, foreign dramas, music performances, and diversity programming, in English or with subtitles. The channel was available as a subchannel on several U.S. public TV stations. On January 8, 2020, MHz Networks announced the closure of MHz Worldview as they transition to digital streaming services. The network shut down at Midnight Eastern Time on March 1, 2020. Near
4480-405: Was closed. On October 20, 2015, MHz Networks launched an OTT streaming video on demand SVOD service called MHz Choice (pronounced "M-H-Z Choice") in the U.S. The service expanded into Canada in September 2017. MHz Choice features mysteries, dramas and comedies from MHz Networks' catalog of international programs, unedited with English subtitles. The direct to consumer service is available on
4550-458: Was discontinued in October 2016. In December 2017, Apple added support for Amazon Prime Video . The Apple TV app , bundled with Apple TV Software 7.3, was released in May 2019. On September 9, 2015, Apple announced the fourth-generation Apple TV at an Apple special event . The fourth-generation model uses a new operating system, tvOS , with an app store , allowing downloads of third-party apps for video, audio, games and other content. It uses
4620-615: Was founded in 1961. The corporation was first led by Bill Spiller, who was general manager of WCVE-TV in 1964. The broadcaster gained two stations in Northern Virginia in the 1970s, WNVT and WNVC, which were programmed with PBS and K-12 educational programming. In the mid-1990s, the programming was switched to international programming (eventually programmed by a third party) due to PBS duplication and federal funding reductions. Central Virginia Educational TV in 1988 received from Union Theological Seminary its WRFK radio station, which
4690-604: Was given new call sign, WCVE-FM . No longer just in TV, the nonprofit renamed itself to the Central Virginia Educational Telecommunications Corp. In 1991, Charles Sydnor replaced Spiller as president. In 2006, A. Curtis Monk became president and chief executive officer replacing Syndor. Central Virginia built in 2007 two radio stations in outlying areas, the Northern Neck (WCNV) and Chase City (WMVE). Virginia State stopped sending funding to
4760-565: Was renamed "Apple TV" before launch due to a trademark dispute with British broadcasting network ITV , which threatened legal action against Apple. Pre-orders began in January 2007 and it was released in March 2007. It is based on a Pentium M processor and ran a variant of Mac OS X Tiger , and included a 40 GB hard disk for storing content. It supported output up to 720p on HDTVs via HDMI , and supported some standard definition televisions via component video . At launch, Apple TV required
4830-453: Was skipped. Apple TV Software 7.2.2 (iOS 8) is currently available for the Apple TV (3rd generation), as of March 2019. It does not support tvOS 9.0 or later. However, it does support Amazon Video , which was automatically added to those Apple TVs running 7.2.2 on December 6, 2017. In May 2019 Apple TV Software 7.3 (iOS 8.4.2) was released to the public. This update was the first update for the 3rd generation Apple TV since 2016. This update adds
4900-458: Was stored on the device's hard drive, Internet connectivity was no longer needed to view content. This is not the case with the later models, which do not have a hard drive for storing media. The first-generation Apple TV had component video and RCA connector audio ports, both removed in the 2nd generation. The device does not have RCA/composite video or F/RF connectors, but can be tricked into outputting color via composite. Starting with
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