How can i upgrade the Firmware on my AppleTV 4K remote?

My remote is buggy and stops working at random times even though fully charged, I'd like to update the firmware to see if this helps. Now it is 0x0070. I just purchased this AppleTV device Dec 2021.


How do I update the firmware on the remote?

Posted on Dec 21, 2022 10:18 AM

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Posted on Dec 21, 2022 11:04 AM

Thank you vazandrew for taking the time to reply back...


I called Apple support for help 30 mins ago and they confirmed there is no Consumer facing way to update the firmware. The only thing one can do is create the best conditions for the AppleTV itself to push a firmware update to the remote: 1) Ensure AppleTV OS is up to date 2) ensure the remote is charged above 50% , and 3) place the remote near the AppleTV itself to ensure a strong connection.

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Dec 21, 2022 11:04 AM in response to vazandrew

Thank you vazandrew for taking the time to reply back...


I called Apple support for help 30 mins ago and they confirmed there is no Consumer facing way to update the firmware. The only thing one can do is create the best conditions for the AppleTV itself to push a firmware update to the remote: 1) Ensure AppleTV OS is up to date 2) ensure the remote is charged above 50% , and 3) place the remote near the AppleTV itself to ensure a strong connection.

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