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tvOS 26 adopts Thread 1.4 for an improved Apple Home experience

Smart home devices that connect over Thread should have a much more stable network thanks to Thread 1.4 support in tvOS 26.

The devices create a self-healing mesh network that can be more reliable in the outskirts of your home than Wi-Fi. The change was spotted by Matter Alpha by analyzing the Apple TV network details. Thread 1.4 node devices all get a distinct path to the internet, allowing accessories to offer additional features that are pulled from online sources.

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