Katarzyna Petru
Apple has officially rebranded its streaming service – Apple TV+ is now simply called Apple TV. The information appeared inconspicuously in a footnote beneath the press release regarding the premiere of the film “F1 The Movie”, but it is likely just the beginning of more significant changes in the Apple ecosystem.
“Apple TV+ is now simply Apple TV – with a new, dynamic identity,” the company announced.
Rumours have been circulating online for some time that Apple is preparing for the launch of the new Apple TV 4K streaming device, which could signify another wave of changes in the streaming and hardware offerings. And that’s good, because the current naming conventions are especially confusing for many users.
“F1 The Movie” streaming premiere in December
Apple has confirmed that “F1 The Movie” will be available on the Apple TV platform (formerly Apple TV+) on 12 December 2025 as part of the standard subscription. The film debuted in cinemas on 25 June 2025 and after 57 days – on 22 August – it was available for digital purchase. It has already grossed 629 million dollars globally, becoming the highest-grossing sports film in history.
On the Apple TV platform, it will be available in 4K Dolby Vision with Dolby Atmos sound.
3 best televisions for streaming on Apple TV
To fully take advantage of the potential of "F1 The Movie" in 4K HDR, it is worth reaching for a television that will showcase the full capabilities of Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Here are three suggestions for every budget:
Samsung S95D – the flagship OLED for the most demanding
The new Samsung S95D is an OLED television with a QD-OLED panel and a refresh rate of 144 Hz, which offers brilliant contrast and brightness, along with outstanding colour reproduction. It excels at streaming 4K HDR – even in Dolby Vision (after conversion through the HDR10+ Adaptive mode). This is the equipment for those who want the best possible image quality and premium design.
We invite you to the full review, where we thoroughly discuss the picture quality, sound, and smart TV features of this model!
LG C4 – the golden mean for films and games
The LG C4 model is this year's OLED with an evo panel, supporting Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and the full HDMI 2.1 package. Thanks to the α9 Gen 7 processor, it delivers excellent smoothness and great upscaling, and its webOS operates swiftly with the Apple TV app. An ideal choice if you are looking for top-quality at a reasonable price.
Check out our full review, where we thoroughly examine the capabilities of the LG C4!
Hisense E7NQ Pro – an affordable QLED with Dolby Vision and Google TV
If you are looking for an affordable television for streaming, Hisense E7NQ is one of the best options in its segment. It offers a 120 Hz QLED display, support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+, as well as the Google TV system with full access to the Apple TV, Netflix, and Disney+ apps. The image is bright, the colours are vivid, and the design is exceptionally slim for this price range. An ideal choice for those who want a good 4K HDR without opting for premium models.
You can find the full review of the Hisense E7NQ Pro, along with image tests and feature comparisons, below!
