What is a small network appliance and entertainment device that serves as a the media player for the iTunes Store?
TV (software) Apple TV is a video streaming and digital distribution service developed by Apple Inc. exclusive to the namesake Apple TV microconsole and devices running iOS. It provides a listing of television shows available on video on demand applications from national broadcast networks. It also serves as a media player for television shows and films purchased in the iTunes Store, replacing the "Videos" application on earlier versions of iOS. Apple TV was first introduced in the United States as a preinstalled application in tvOS 10.1 and iOS 10.2 on December 12, 2016. It was later introduced in Australia and Canada in tvOS 11 and iOS 11, on September 19, 2017.
Digital Audio Control Protocol Digital Audio Control Protocol (DACP) is a protocol used by the iTunes and other audio player and server applications on Mac, Windows and Linux computers, enabling remote control by mobile devices such as iPhone and Android phones and tablet computers. By connecting the personal computer to loudspeakers the mobile device is used as a two-way remote control, allowing selection and control of music playback within a traditional listening environment such as a home or apartment.