Apple's tvOS 26 announced at WWDC requires second-generation Apple TV 4K devices and later, which means the company is excluding older

After all, the experience has stayed consistent between the updates. Over time, of course, Apple started offering a few exclusive features on the most recent models, such as Apple Music Sing functionality.

Apple on Monday announced tvOS 26, its next-generation operating system for Apple TV, though only newer models of the company's set-top box will get its features.