TV Siri Remote (3rd Generation)

Verified Purchase The Apple Siri Remote (3rd Generation) worked perfectly right out of the box. Pairing with my Apple TV was quick and easy, and all of the buttons responded flawlessly. The remote feels solid and well built, and I like the simple, intuitive layout. It has been a great replacement for my old remote, and everything works exactly as expected. Very happy with the purchase.

I bought this because I put my other one through the wash. Oops! Didn't see it in the sheets... We used to have the newer model on both of our TVs (Apple TV Siri 4K 4th Gen) but, honestly, I do not like that one. A few years years ago my boss told me he wanted the new version and to please order them for him. He had the 3rd Gen on both of his TVs. I offered to trade his out for with mine because using them at his house (I was a Personal Assistant) I found I liked it more. Even though it was an older version. The 4th gen uses a track pad at the top of it and most of the controlling, bar the pause and play button and maybe a menu button (don't quote me on that) is done through that and was just annoying. So when I put one of them through the wash accidentally, I bought another one (I think it was $68 at the time - still less than the 4th gen). The 4th gen (again, I do not love it - I know I keep repeating this) is $108 (at time of typing and this is $58 (at time of typing). Worth it! The cost is less and it works better (IMHO). It has Siri voice - which I use for searching things on YouTube or for Movies, etc. which helps a lot so you do not have to type on the awkward virtual keyboards. Quality is great - it is solid and well-built. And you have the menu button, the little circle button to go back and forth and the middle you can use as a trackpad if you so desire. Volume works just fine - we have it paired with the sound bar. I am not sure why Apple decided to change it to just a track pad. Worth the $50+ savings!

After my son broke my brothers original Apple TV remote I was very worried that I wouldn't be able to replace it for a good price. This works perfect! Just the same as the original. The buttons all work well, the voice commands work, it's great!

The Apple TV Siri Remote (3rd Generation) is an updated and improved remote control designed for Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD. It features a sleek aluminum body, an intuitive touch-enabled clickpad, and USB-C charging. I tested it for responsiveness, ease of use, and overall functionality in daily streaming and navigation. Pros: ✅ Smooth and precise touch-enabled clickpad for intuitive navigation ✅ USB-C charging replaces the previous Lightning port for added convenience ✅ Sleek, premium aluminum design feels durable and comfortable to hold ✅ Dedicated Siri button for easy voice control ✅ Improved button layout makes navigation easier compared to previous models Cons: ❌ No Find My support, making it easy to misplace ❌ Still lacks backlighting, which would improve usability in the dark ❌ No motion sensors for gaming, unlike the first-gen Siri Remote Performance and Usability: This third-generation Siri Remote is a significant improvement over older models, with a more intuitive touchpad that allows for precise scrolling and swiping. The button layout is straightforward, and the USB-C charging port makes it future-proof as Apple moves away from Lightning cables. While the lack of Find My integration is disappointing, the build quality and functionality make it a pleasure to use. Comparison: Compared to the previous (2nd-gen) Siri Remote, this model is nearly identical but switches from Lightning to USB-C charging. It remains a huge upgrade over the 1st-gen Siri Remote, which had a tricky glass touchpad and a less user-friendly design. Who Is This For?: Ideal for Apple TV users who want a refined, responsive remote with voice control and a premium design. A great replacement for those upgrading from older Apple TV remotes. Conclusion: The Apple TV Siri Remote (3rd Gen) is a well-designed, responsive, and premium-feeling remote that enhances the Apple TV experience. While Find My support and backlighting would make it even better, it’s still the best Apple TV remote yet.

This is actually one of the worst remotes. Ive never been more frustrated using a tv remote before. The way the trackpad is set up in the middle of the circular button makes it so difficult to use. Stick with the 3rd gen, this one is actual garbage. If I could go back I’d buy the previous gen. I understand you can turn off the trackpad but some apps need it to scroll a video efficiently. I’m actually baffled that there’s not more 1 star reviews. Apple flopped with this one!

I wasn't sure how much of a difference this would make, but I'm really glad I picked it up. The metal build gives it a much more premium feel, and it feels a lot sturdier than I expected. If it gets dropped, I'm a lot more confident it'll hold up compared to a cheaper plastic remote. The design is also really sleek and matches the Apple TV aesthetic well. The touch pad is responsive and easy to use, so it doesn't take away from the normal experience at all. One thing I really liked was how easy it was to pair with my Apple TV. It only took a minute to get everything set up and working. Overall, if you're looking for a remote that feels durable, looks nice, and is easy to set up, I'd definitely recommend this one. It feels like a solid upgrade.

So much better than the original slim black remote! I've only lost it twice in 6 months! However, if you're integrating audio through HDMI receiver the mute button is worthless! The volume buttons work for stereo, but mute is worthless. Sucks because there are only 7 buttons and one doesn't work.

Delivery was quick and the remote works perfectly. Setup was easy and I was back to watching TV right away.

Bought as replacement for my failing siri (lighning port remote). Works perfectly, no issues. Went with the USB-C port as all my devices now use USB-C making it eaiser to quickly find a USB-C cable to charge it with.

Expensive But worth it... Works perfectly.