Apple TV 4 Rumors: Device To Launch October For $149 Or $199; Plus Remote Features Revealed

Apple's next-generation Apple TV just recieved a release window and price. According to 9to5Mac the new set-top box will launch October for $149 or $199. The report also claims Apple will still sell the current-generation Apple TV for $69.

The report adds that the fourth-generation device will come with a new software update for both the current-gen model and the new model. The web-based TV service is expected to deliver a lightweight package and about 25 channels all for around $40 a month MacRumors reports.

Furthermore, TechCrunch editor-in-chief Matthew Panzarino has revealed some interesting features regarding the new Apple TV's remote. According to Panzarino the set-top box will have a motion sensitive remote control with multi-axis sensors, a touchpad on the top, physical buttons on bottom and a microphone for Siri. Panzarino claims the redesigned remote control will likely be targeted at casual gamers:

"A game controller with a microphone, physical buttons, a touchpad and motion sensitive controls would be extremely capable. While Apple is likely going to target the broad casual gaming market, I would not be shocked to see innovative gameplay blossom from that type of input possibility. Think, for instance, of multi-player gaming with several people using voice input, or many popular genres of party games that would do far better on the TV than on an iPad or iPhone."

Meanwhile, other rumored features include a dual-core A8 processor, an App Store with a native SDK for developers, Siri voice control, HomeKit integration, new user interface and much more. The device is expected to be announced at Apple's special event Wednesday Sept. 9 alongside a new iPhone, iPad lineup, new software and more.