What is Apple TV+?

In 2019, Apple launched its ad-free subscription-based video-on-demand streaming service, Apple TV+. Subscribers to the online service can binge a collection of original television shows and full-length feature films developed by Apple, such as Ted Lasso and Dickinson.

Apple TV+ originals feature well-known Hollywood thespians, including Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, Jason Momoa, and Steve Carell. Even Stephen Spielberg stepped on board to produce the anthology series, Amazing Stories.

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Let’s start by answering this question in reverse—what isn’t Apple TV+? It is essential to understand that Apple TV+ is not Apple TV. The latter option is Apple’s hardware streaming box, which allows you to access online streaming content once connected to your TV.

Once we add on the plus symbol and get Apple TV+, we are talking about Apple’s video-on-demand streaming service. Similar to other streaming services, such as Netflix and Max, Apple TV+ offers up television shows and movies for your viewing pleasure.

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A streaming service is only as good as its offerings, so what does Apple TV+ provide for those of us who love binge-watching television shows and movies?

Apple TV+ has a healthy selection of programming, from dramas to comedies to animated shows for both families and adults. Apple’s wide variety of original television series is one of its prime strengths that makes it interesting for subscribers.

In addition, Apple TV+ includes full-length feature films, from the war film, Greyhound, starring Tom Hanks, to the animated fantasy adventure, Wolfwalkers. While not all of Apple’s movies have been hits, there is a growing library of movies to kick back and enjoy.

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Despite the name, you don’t need an Apple TV to enjoy Apple TV+. You can enjoy the Apple TV+ streaming service via your favorite web browser on Mac or PC.

As well as the web, Apple TV+ is available via the Apple TV app, which is preinstalled on most Apple TV devices. Merely launch the app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac and select the Apple TV+ tab to get started.

Enjoy the action on the big screen, Apple TV+ can be streamed via Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast with Google TV, PlayStation, and Xbox.

Need help getting Apple TV+ on your Roku device? Check out our full-length guide where we help you install Apple TV+ from the Roku Channel Store.

Apple TV+ currently costs $6.99/month on its own or can be accessed as part of the Apple One bundle, which starts at $16.95/month. Apple One includes Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, iCloud+, Apple News+, and Apple Fitness+.

If you wish to try Apple TV+ before putting down your hard-earned money, a free 7-day trial is available upon signing up for the first time. Apple One.

Additionally, Apple TV+ is included free for three months when you purchase and activate a new Apple device, such as a Mac, iPad, or iPhone.