Katie Marsal
A pair of new content options appeared on the Apple TV Tuesday, with users gaining access to A+E's "FYI" network, as well as "Feeln" from Hallmark.
Both new channels are automatically available to users of both the second- and third-generation "puck" style Apple TV. If the channels aren't appearing, users can reset their system to help expedite their availability.
The FYI Network requires that users authenticate with a participating cable provider, though some free content is available without logging in. The network was formerly known as the Biography Channel, but recently rebranded in July with a focus on programming "defined by the world we live in today."
Flagship programs on the FYI Network include "Sell This House," "Foo Factory," "Married at First Sight," "Celebrity House Hunting," and "Epic Meal Empire."
Feeln, however, is a subscription-based service from Hallmark. Users can access a one-week free trial, and after that access will run $4.99 per month, or $47.99 per year.
Feeln is a family-focused movie network, featuring Hollywood hits like "Ferris Bueller's Day Off," "Babe" and "Jerry Maguire," along with Hallmark Hall of Fame Movies and original short films.
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Still no BBC iPlayer. :(
Still no BBC iPlayer. :(
not even the bbc news - that is fed to samsung "smart' tv -
at work we watch this during lunch - (yes we have a large samsung tv in the conf room - sorry all)
Apple TV is becoming a cluttered and cumbersome device.
The force-feeding of channel icons on my screen which I can't make use of is ridiculous.
My cable provider does not allow me access to all these cable network channels other than to watch brief clips. Useless.
Apple needs to either step it up or drop it because the user experience of the Apple TV is terrible.
[quote name="jimsz" url="/t/183093/fyi-and-feeln-channels-get-added-to-apple-tv-lineup#post_2628639"]Apple TV is becoming a cluttered and cumbersome device. The force-feeding of channel icons on my screen which I can't make use of is ridiculous. My cable provider does not allow me access to all these cable network channels other than to watch brief clips. Useless. Apple needs to either step it up or drop it because the user experience of the Apple TV is terrible. [/quote] Have patience grasshopper Any channels you don't want, remove them from the main screen. i wish for more content, but then some will argue it's becoming too cumbersome! The Apple TV is great for AirPlay, and apart from Netflix its mostly what is use all mine for, at work the AirPlay is a fabulous feature. I did start watching some stuff from red bull, although I think I'm in the wrong demographic, but I found some fascinating stuff on there
I've tried to remove some icon's from the screen that I will never need or want. Some can't be removed.