17 hidden useful tricks and shortcuts for your new Apple TV

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The Apple TV 4, which came out last fall, is one of the most advanced media streamers on the market.

As opposed to older Apple TV models, the latest version can install apps and is a fairly sophisticated computer that you can hook up to your flat screen television.

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You can tell if you have the latest Apple TV by looking at the remote: the new version's remote has a touchpad and six buttons. The "Siri" remote even has a microphone, so you can ask Siri to queue up the next show.

However, with all the new powers comes new complexity. There's also a brand-new touch-sensitive remote control to master. And it turns out, your Apple TV has a lot of hidden easter eggs buried in its new interface.

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Here are the best Apple TV tricks and shortcuts for power users: