We’re currently on tvOS 18, so the new tvOS 26 name may confuse some users who were watching out for tvOS 19 announcements. Any AirPlay-enabled speaker can be designated as the permanent default speaker for Apple TV devices, a feature that was previously restricted to select Apple HomePod models. This will make it easier to get better sound from Apple TV boxes that are connected to TVs without wired sound systems attached. Sing in Apple Music is a new karaoke mode for Apple TV that lets you use your iPhone as a mic as well as send emoji reacts. Apple says that Apple TV users will have the choice to automatically display profiles when the device wakes up to quickly jump back into their personal recommendations, watchlists, and Apple Music playlists.