Here is additional information on the new Apple TV announcements. I got it wrong initially when I said that a new model was coming out. A new OS update would be coming out in a few weeks (by the end of the month) which will feature a new user interface as well as the ability to purchase content from iTunes directly from Apple TV. That’s right - you don’t have to go to your PC anymore to do all of your purchases. All current Apple TV devices will have the update for free. The new software update does the following:

• Rent movies straight from your Apple TV device now
• Browse and purchase TV shows and music from Apple TV
• Updated user interface with cover flow like UI

Spec wise, Apple TV itself looks the same and comes with the same 40GB or 160GB option. The starting price for the 40GB model has been lowered to $229.

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