I have 4K tv, can Apple TV change regular tv shows like CNN... to 4Ks?
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I have 4K tv, can Apple TV change regular tv shows like CNN... to 4Ks? 
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HappyCamper · Accepted Answer

If the broadcast is in 4K then yes. If not, the Apple 4K TV will stream in its native resolution and your tv will upconvert the signal from HD to near 4K resolution.

Wolfleaf · Answer

I’m just adding to this as contrary to claims, the Apple TV can of course upscale. That’s a moot point though as long as your tv can upscale. Either way, any lower resolution video is going to be displayed at its original resolution, with either your source device or the tv upscaling it. Ic can’t magically ad detail to it, and most video sources are either 720 or 1080, though those can still look great, and there is a solid amount of 4K content now too.

Answered by Wolfleaf 6 years ago

lgirk · Answer

No it does not.

ElitePlusReviewer · Answer

If you are watching 720p CNN through your 4K Apple TV through a 4K HDMI connecting to your 4K TV, CNN will still be displayed at 720p. You are limited to whatever you are viewing. If you want to watch 4K shows, you need to watch shows that are delivered in 4K. Currently there are only around 5 - 10 channels being displayed in 4K based on where you are viewing. Most of those are through paid subscriber services, not free over the air channels.

Answered by ElitePlusReviewer 8 years ago

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Chosen1 · Answer

Only if the program is broadcasted in 4K. TV's can't convert the signal, but it will still overall be a better picture

FancyNancy · Answer

I don’t think so. A 4K TV means it has the capability to display in 4K but the source must originate in that format.

frans9233 · Answer

NOPE

LRHank · Answer

No it is not able to upscale external sources.

Spaceman · Answer

Apple TV can only stream the signal that it receives. It cannot upscale. If you get a 4K UHD stream such as some programs on Netflix and Prime then it will stream them as 4K but you of course must have a 4K UHD TV to get full advantage. An HD stream will still be HD.

Answered by Spaceman 7 years ago

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TBoneSD · Answer

No

Ckmoore1111 · Answer

No it can't.

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