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Apple TV Not Working? 12 Common Problems and Expert-Verified Fixes (2026)

Apple TV is my favorite device for watching streaming shows and services. Here are remedies to common problems, updated for 2026 and tvOS 17
The Panasonic W95B mini-LED TV.

6 ways to improve your TV picture quality for free

Dumb TV Google TV Basic Mode

How to make your smart TV a dumb TV with Google TV Basic Mode

Panasonic Z95B 65IN TV in modern living room

How to get better sound from your TV for free

Sony WH-1000XM6 with a Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

How to enable Auracast on Sony’s WH-1000XM6 headphones

An iPhone 16 playing lossless audio from Apple Music connected to a pair of Focal Bathys MG.

How to experience lossless audio

Hisense TV Settings

Get the best picture from your Hisense TV: Change these settings

Panasonic TV Settings To Change

Get the best picture from your Panasonic TV: Change these settings

TCL TV Settings

Get the best picture from your TCL TV: Change these settings

Sony TV Settings

Get the best picture from your Sony TV: Change these settings

A wall of records and bins in a Toronto record shop.

Vinyl collecting: how to build and preserve a record collection

Samsung TV Settings

Get the best picture from your Samsung TV: Change these settings

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LG TV Settings

Get the best picture from your LG TV: Change these settings

Get ready to dial in the settings for your LG TV, from turning off features that are holding your set back to squeezing out every bit of its brightness.
Apple AirPods 3.

How to reset AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max

Are your Apple AirPods, AirPods Pro, or AirPods Max acting up? Most issues can be resolved with a factory reset. Here, we show you how to do it.
Philo on Vizio smart TVs.

How to cancel Philo

If you're done watching on Philo, you'll want to cancel the service. Here's how to get it done.
Sling TV.

How to cancel Sling TV

Done with everything Sling TV has to watch? Here's how to cancel.
Netflix catalog on a TV.

How to turn off autoplay previews and episodes on Netflix

Netflix subscribers can disable the streamer's autoplay feature for both previews and playing the next episode of a show. Here's our guide on how to do it.
The Cast selections on the Chrome browser for playing Apple TV+ on Chromecast.

How to watch Apple TV+ on a Chromecast or Google TV device

Do you want to watch Apple TV+ content but you don't have an Apple device hooked up to your TV? Chromecast or Google TV is your solution. Here's what to do.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 in their USB-C and MagSafe case.

How to take the AirPods Pro 2 hearing test

Own a pair of AirPods Pro 2? You can now use your earbuds to test your hearing or use them as a hearing aid. Here's how.
Spotify app library screen.

How to make and edit playlists in Spotify

Do you want to learn how to make a playlist in Spotify? We show you how to create and manage Spotify playlists so you can jam out to your favorite songs.
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How to make a collaborative playlist in Spotify

Did you know that Spotify allows you to create, share, and edit Collaborative Playlists with friends? We're here to walk you through how to do it.
Paramount Plus as seen on a TV.

How to cancel Paramount Plus

Looking to cancel your Paramount+ subscription? We have all the details on how to do it.
A set of banana plugs installed on speaker wire.

How to install banana plugs on speaker wire for easy connectivity

Upgrading your messy, raw speaker wire with clean, secure banana plugs is a great way to make for easy connectivity. Here's how to do it.
The Fubo app is displayed on a Roku device.

How to cancel your Fubo subscription

Despite having access to all the sports games you want, you're done with Fubo. No worries — here's how to cancel your Fubo subscription.
The Hulu icon in the Disney+ app.

The most common Hulu problems and how to fix them

If you’ve been having trouble with Hulu, our guide covers many of the platform’s most common problems, with troubleshooting tips and solutions for each issue.
An image from the Netfllix show Arcane, with the subtitles menu on screen for Apple TV.

How to turn off subtitles on Netflix on almost any device

Subtitles can be useful, but they can also be a pain if you can't figure out how to get rid of them. Fortunately, turning them off in Netflix is fairly simple.
A close-up of the Netflix app icon n an Apple TV.

The most common Netflix problems and how to fix them

Want to binge the newest season of your favorite show but Netflix isn't working? Here's how to fix the most common Netflix problems that keep you from watching.
The Disney Plus app interface on a smart TV.

How to turn off subtitles on Disney+

Like other streaming services, Disney+ allows you to change closed captioning. Here's how to turn off the subtitles on your smart TV, computer, and smartphone.
Disney Plus on a TV screen.

How to cancel your Disney+ subscription

Despite binge-watching Andor and all the Marvel movies, Disney+ didn’t work out for you. No problem. Here’s how to cancel Disney+ and your Disney account.
Spotify on iPhone.

How to cancel Spotify Premium on any device

Is it time to part ways with your Spotify Premium account? Here’s how to cancel your Spotify subscription on your desktop PC and mobile devices.
A pair of Apple AirPods Pro in an open case with a swimming pool in the background.

How to turn on Voice Isolation with Apple AirPods

If you own an AirPods Pro or AirPods 4, you can now use a new feature that was once only available through Mac, iPhone, and iPad: Voice Isolation.
The Peacock TV page on an iPad 11 Pro.

How to cancel your Peacock TV subscription

Finished with streaming on Peacock? Here's how to cancel the popular streaming service on a variety of devices and platforms, from iPhones to streaming devices.
Spotify on iPhone.

How to download music from Spotify for offline listening

One great benefit of a paid Spotify Premium subscription is being able to download music for offline listening. Here’s how to do it.
The new Max app looks almost exactly like HBO Max.

How to turn off subtitles in Max

Closed captions and subtitles are built into your Max subscription and are available in many languages. Here’s how to turn captions on and off.
HBO Max app icon.

How to cancel your Max subscription

Is it time to part ways with your Max subscription? Here’s how to cancel your plan in just a few simple steps.
The Google TV Streamer remote control in a very good-looking hand.

How to use the Google TV Streamer remote finder

The Google TV Streamer has added a feature that makes it easy to find a lost remote control. Here's how to use it.
The button on the back of Google TV Streamer can help find your remote — or long press to reset the entire device.

How to factory reset Google TV Streamer

Resetting Google TV Streamer is about as easy as it gets — not that you should have to do it very often, if ever.
The Apple Music Discovery Station on an iPhone.

How to switch from Spotify to Apple Music

You don't have to lose all those songs and playlists on your Spotify account when you switch to Apple Music. The process is easier than ever.

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