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Add to SafariWhen comparing Apple TV vs Nvidia Shield TV PRO, the Slant community recommends Apple TV for most people. In the question“What are the best set-top boxes?” Apple TV is ranked 3rd while Nvidia Shield TV PRO is ranked 4th. The most important reason people chose Apple TV is:
The Apple TV works seamlessly with Airplay for streaming from Apple devices.
Question Ranking
Pros
Pro Seamless Airplay support
The Apple TV works seamlessly with Airplay for streaming from Apple devices.
Pro Simple consistent UI
All apps need to conform to the Apple TV UI, meaning they all act similarly.
Pro Option to play a "silent" sound
It has a setting to keep emitting a "silence" sound, just to keep the soundbar (or audio system) awake.
Pro Powerful hardware
Better hardware than most other products running Android TV.
Pro Mount network storage
It can access remote storage (e.g. from NAS) using either SMB or NFS protocols.
Pro Optional Android app for a virtual remote control
There is an Android app that works as a remote control. In fact, the app can simulate either directional keys, or a virtual mouse using an on-screen touchpad.
Pro Remote can light itself up when picked up
You can configure the brightness of the backlight of the buttons of the remote. And such backlight will automatically turn on when it detects movement, and turn off seconds later.
Cons
Con No built-in Chromecast
Unlike official Androidtv devices it has no Chromecast built-in.
Con Remote is very easy to lose
The remote is incredibly small and can easily fall between couch cushions.
Con Aged
Compared to newer internet TV options, the Apple TV is a lot less powerful, and has less capabilities, such as not supporting games or voice search.
