The latest update toApple TV, version 4.2 (not to be confused with the recently released iOS 4.3), adds some interesting new functionality features to that tiny, streaming bundle of media. The big part of the update adds support for MLB.com and NBA.com, which allows you to surf scores and, if you're a subscriber to those services, watch games live without the need for a cable box. AirPlay functionality has also been opened to 3rd party apps.
NBA and MLB fans who aren't interested in paying for the full slate of cable TV channels now have an alternative, presuming they subscribe to the premium services offered by both sites. At $20 to $30 per month, MLB.tv and NBA League Pass allow every game to be watched live. With the 4.2 update, that functionality is integrated into Apple TV, including DVR-style features like fast-forward and rewind. Sorry, you can't fast-forward live TV. That would be time traveling.
If you don't want to pay a subscription fee, basics like standings and score updates can be viewed through Apple TV for free.
The other big part of the update is that Apple TV now allows 3rd party apps to stream over AirPlay. Basically you can now send music and video from your iDevice to Apple TV instantly to enjoy on your HD screen. Several apps and websites are already supporting it, including ESPN The Magazine and the Vimeo website. Sadly gaming isn't supported at present, so your dreams of playing"Angry Birds"on a 50 inch screen are dashed for the time being.
Grabbing the update is pretty simple. Just boot up your Apple TV and select Update Software from the General Settings tab.
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