Late Tuesday Apple released Apple TV software update 4.1.1 for the second-generation Apple TV, fixing some issues with TVs displaying the incorrect resolution and a downloading problem where movies or TV shows are re-downloaded.
Per AppleInsider, the updated comes just weeks after software update 4.1, which added AirPlay support and fixed some performance and connectivity issues.
According to Apple’s support documents, the 4.1.1 update addresses “an issue that causes some high-definition TVs to incorrectly display at 480p” and “an issue that may cause a movie or TV show to be re-downloaded.”
One user commented that installing the update resolved a flickering issue on his TV. “My TV (Fujitsu) 42″ (2004 model) only has a DVI port (no HDMI),” the reader wrote. “I use a HDMI to DVI cable to watch the Apple TV content. Previously, the TV flickered on the top and on the right. After the update, the flickering was gone. The system works perfectly fine now.”
Other users, found that the update doesn’t resolve their issues. Earlier this month, users stated they were experiencing HDMI “handshaking” issues and abnormally long download times.
On the Apple support forum thread detailing the HDMI connection issue, several users assert that installing the 4.1.1 software update failed to resolve their HDMI handshake issues, which cause inverted colors or solid color images.
The update can be located, snagged and installed via the Software Update feature on the set top device. If you’ve tried the update and have anything to report back, please let us know.
One reply on “Apple releases Apple TV software update 4.1.1, looks to resolve resolution, download issues”
This fixed my 640×480 resolution now I am back to 1024×768. Thanks Apple.