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Apple Releases tvOS 26.2 With Guest Profiles and Kid Controls

The release centers on shareable viewing by letting households set lightweight profiles without account setup.

Overview

  • The update is available now for Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD, installable via Settings > System > Software Updates.
  • Users can create local profiles that do not require an Apple ID, making it simple to add temporary or household viewers.
  • Each local profile maintains its own Watchlist and personalized recommendations to avoid affecting the main account.
  • Kid profiles surface age-appropriate content across connected providers, with parental age-rating restrictions enforceable in the TV app.
  • Companion releases for visionOS 26.2 and HomePod 26.2 are also out, with no new user-facing features identified in current reports.