Apple today seeded the sixth beta of tvOS 27 to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming a week after Apple released the fifth beta.

The beta can be downloaded and installed through the Settings app on the [Apple TV](https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/apple-tv/). A free developer account is required.

tvOS 27 has few new features compared to the other 27 software updates, but it does add a redesigned Podcasts app, options for larger text, and a more responsive Control Center.

AirPlaying to an Apple TV from another Apple device is faster, and apps and animations are smoother. You can also now see [AppleCare](https://www.macrumors.com/guide/applecare/) coverage details in the Settings app.

More on the features in tvOS 27 can be [found in our Apple TV roundup](https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/apple-tv/).Related Roundup: [Apple TV](https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/apple-tv/)Buyer's Guide: [Apple TV (Don't Buy)](https://buyersguide.macrumors.com/#Apple_TV)Related Forum: [Apple TV and Home Theater](https://forums.macrumors.com/forums/apple-tv-and-home-theater.100)

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