The iPlayer app is still absolute dogshit on Apple TV. No UHD programs, no season selection, no subtitle support (which is insane for a supposed organisation that champions inclusivisty), still no redesigned app which launched on all other platforms I can think of over two years ago…

When I’ve got in touch with the BBC to complain about the lack of subtitling in the past they have just said “it’s too difficult” and panned me off, even though literally every other app including ‘BritBox’ which is partially owned by the BBC has them.

So I’m just wondering (especially with Doctor Who back on Saturday, and next year) if there is anything more I/we can be doing to get this sorted?

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  • MixAwayBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    Agreed completely. It seems they deliberately can’t be arsed to offer proper app support for Apple TV, and Apple devices in general. They don’t offer a BBC Sounds app for ATV, despite one being available on a load of other platforms. And most annoyingly, no native HomePod support so you have to AirPlay the BBC Sounds app if you want to listen to their audio content or radio stations. It’s infuriating.

  • JujulabeeBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    I am in the USA and subscribe to Britbox which is horribly glitchy on Apple TV

    For many series with multiple seasons, you can’t select a Season as whatever season you choose will bring up Season 1. If you are watching something and select through the What’s Up it will bring up the next episode.