Apple has released tvOS 27.2.1, an update to the tvOS 27 operating system that launched in September. While tvOS 27.2.1 brings Siri AI support to the 2nd- and 3rd-generation Apple TV 4K models, it is available for all Apple TV 4K models that are compatible with tvOS 27.
A separate tvOS 27.2 build activates Siri AI on the newest set-top box, but the older Apple TV 4K models will need the tvOS 27.2.1 update to get access.
Siri AI is the smarter, more capable version of Siri that Apple debuted earlier this year. Siri AI can play content, draw on personal context to offer suggestions, answer world knowledge questions, and complete tasks.
Please note that Siri AI on the Apple TV does also require a paired Apple Intelligence-compatible iOS device, which means an iPhone 15 Pro or newer.
Apple TV users can install tvOS 27.2.1 by going to “Settings” -> “System” -> “Software Update.”
A new HomePod Software 27.2.1 update for the HomePod and HomePod mini is also available.