# Apple TV Enhances Aspect Ratio Support with tvOS 18.2 Update
Apple has made strides in improving the user experience on its Apple TV platform by rolling out new features with the recent tvOS 18.2 update. Revealed at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June, this update introduces a long-awaited feature: support for various aspect ratios. This enhancement is especially relevant for users connecting their Apple TV to projectors, providing a more customized viewing experience.
## Support for Various Aspect Ratios
The beta version of tvOS 18.2, made available to developers, allows users to adjust aspect ratio settings on the Apple TV. While Apple initially focused on the 21:9 aspect ratio, the update broadens the range of options accessible to users. The following aspect ratios can now be chosen:
– **Automatic**
– **16:9**
– **21:9**
– **2.37:1**
– **2.39:1**
– **2.40:1**
– **DCI 4K**
– **32:9**
Though the most common aspect ratio for modern televisions is 16:9, the availability of various options enables users to optimize their viewing setup, particularly when using projectors with different screen sizes. Users can conveniently find these settings via the Audio and Video section in the Apple TV settings menu.
## Additional Features in tvOS 18
In addition to aspect ratio support, tvOS 18 brings a variety of new features aimed at enhancing the overall functionality and user interaction with Apple TV. A notable feature is **InSight**, which offers viewers contextual information about actors, characters, and songs within Apple TV+ content. A simple tap provides insights about the current scene, enriching the viewing experience.
The update further improves the **Enhance Dialogue** feature, making it simpler to hear dialogue clearly, and it automatically turns on subtitles when the mute button is activated. This feature is particularly beneficial for viewers who may need extra assistance in understanding dialogue during shows and movies.
Moreover, tvOS 18 refreshes the **Fitness+ app**, enhancing its user-friendliness and aesthetic appeal. Users can also assign a specific iPhone as a dedicated camera for FaceTime and other apps, enhancing the functionality of the Apple ecosystem.
Apple has also announced new screensavers featuring scenes from popular Apple TV+ shows, although these are not yet available in the current beta release.
## Availability and Compatibility
The tvOS 18.2 beta is now available to developers, with a public release anticipated in December 2024. This update will be compatible with Apple TV models from 2015 onward, ensuring that a broad array of users can benefit from the new features.
## Conclusion
The addition of support for different aspect ratios in the tvOS 18.2 update represents a significant advancement for Apple TV users, especially those using projectors. In conjunction with other exciting features like InSight and enhanced dialogue options, Apple continues to refine and broaden the functionality of its streaming platform. As the public release nears, users can eagerly anticipate a more customizable and enriched viewing experience on their Apple TVs.
