Overview
- At Apple TV’s press day in Santa Monica, Eddy Cue appeared on stage with Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali to outline the new streaming partnership.
- Eddy Cue said Apple TV will be the single destination for F1 in the U.S. at no additional charge to subscribers, covering races, qualifying, sprints, and post‑race shows.
- Apple detailed 4K and Dolby delivery with less compression, a four‑panel viewing option, fresh camera angles, potential iPhone placements, and tie‑ins across Apple News, Music, and Maps.
- Domenicali responded to a sequel question with “stay tuned” and “never say never,” adding that any follow‑up would not arrive next year.
- The film F1 has earned north of $600 million worldwide, landed four Oscar nominations, marked Brad Pitt’s top‑grossing title and Apple Original Films’ biggest theatrical release, and was distributed by Warner Bros.