These Are the First Apps to Install on Apple TV

For those looking for an alternative to standard television services.

Sling TV is a solid option for watching the shows, sporting events, and channels you love on your iPhone or iPad. But, now you can check out Sling TV for your Apple TV making your favorite live television and on-demand shows only a click away.

Why we love it

Sling TV on Apple TV is a great alternative to traditional television services. The app is clean, crisp, and simple to use. The channel and show options are extensive with something for everyone in the house.

For those folks who want to see the universe from various angles and with a built-in soundtrack.

Doesn't everything about life deserve its own soundtrack? With Solar Walk 2, you can experience the world around us in stunning detail with an impressive soundtrack as well. You will see the International Space Station and the Hubble Space Telescope fly over the Earth in real time. Their models have been meticulously reconstructed from photographs and blueprints and you can study every detail in close-up.

Why we love it

One of the top-selling apps on the App Store, Solar Walk 2 continues to impress with each new update.

For anyone who want to catch up on popular telelvision series and movies.

Everyone has heard of Netflix — it's the leading Internet streaming service for most of the hot shows and movies that you can't miss. A subscription for streaming starts at just $7.99 a month, with some pricier options if you have a 4K television and want higher quality streams. You can even go above that and get the DVD/Blu-Ray rental too, but it's optional. Netflix streaming has a lot of popular shows as well as original series that are worth watching. Plus, you can always find a decent movie to watch when it's movie night.

Why we love it

Netflix is the best way to pass the time as you binge-watch on original series or catch up on movies.

For those who like nature videos as their TV screen saver.

Whether you have your Apple TV in the home or in the office, Scenic Loops gives you calming and comforting video views of nature. Perfect for waiting rooms, relaxation spots, or simply turning your black screen into a window of beauty, the app is makes an ideal screen saver.

Why we love it

For beautiful HD videos of nature, Scenic Loops has wonderful options that include soothing sounds and tranquil views.

Want a curated news experience? Check out Haystack TV

Haystack TV is whatever you want it to be. Just set it up with your preferred categories of news and then watch it get video news of topics that you'd like to see. Over time, the app gets smarter and gives you better results depending on your preferences and likes. Haystack TV covers all types of news and even has fun extras like late night talk shows and movie trailers. Just decide the type of news you want to see, and then sit back and relax.

Why we love it

We really enjoy this app for its variety. Yes, you'll see the important stuff. But you'll also see fun content too.

For those who appreciate views of the Earth from space as well as streaming NASA TV.

If you enjoy the NASA app on your iPhone or iPad, then imagine what it would be like to view those streaming videos and amazing images from space on the big screen. Take a look at NASA for Apple TV and experience something spectacular.

Why we love it

With the NASA app on your Apple TV not only can you witness the spectacular views and images from space, but you can stay up to date with missions and check out streaming content easily.

For those who enjoy watching NBC shows and want to watch anywhere

Binge on NBC's newest shows and classic hits — no TV provider login required. Sign in with your TV provider username and password to watch the latest episodes of ALL NBC shows the day after they air on TV – and even complete seasons of certain series!

Why we love it

Do you want your Must See TV? This is the Apple TV app for that.

For those who want to catch up on their current television shows.

With Hulu, users are able to watch new episodes just a day or two after they air on television. If you subscribe, you can get new episodes faster, as well as have a larger library available for your viewing pleasure. There are also several tiers of subscriptions, in case you don't want ads while watching your shows, so you'll have to pay up for that covenience. The collection of shows and movies on Hulu is pretty vast, and more content gets added every day due to licensing agreements and contracts ending with other services (such as Netflix). If you have Hulu and another service, then you're pretty much set.

Why we love it

Hulu has a ton of content with more additions added daily. New episodes get added in a timely manner so you are never too behind, and there are some nice original series.

For those who want a hilarious weather app.

CARROT Weather provides users with a sleek, minimalistic interface, comprehensive forecast reports and details, and humorous, sarcastic comments. You can get the current temperature, see the forecast for the rest of the week or by the hour, and get detailed bits of information like precipitation chance, humidity, and more. Plus, there's a fun time travel feature if you are curious what the weather was like in the past or even get a prediction for the future, and you unlock many secret locations from all over the fictional world. CARROT Weather is one of the best weather apps available on the App Store and for good reason.

Why we love it

We love CARROT Weather because it provides detailed informational forecasts and the humorous comments are a nice bit of charm.

For people who want a gorgeous, but simple, clock for their big screen

From a breathtaking view of a lake under the ethereal Milky Way galaxy to a majestic time-lapse of the Swiss Alps, Ellie is the most immersive, calming clock on a large display. It provides you with the current time set against one of 28 beautiful wallpapers. Even better, Ellie now has the ability to allow background music to continue playing, so you can enjoy the immersive time display along with your favorite songs.

Why we love it

This clock app is gorgeous, and yet simple. You get the current time and day in a simple format, while cinematic, immersive backgrounds keep the screen alive. It's easily one of the most beautiful time display apps available for the Apple TV.

For podcasts fans who also enjoy other music.

The top feature of the service allows users to create their own personalized radio comprised of a mix of DJ mixes, podcasts, radio shows and mixtapes. If you haven’t heard of Mixcloud, its speciality is content from popular DJs like Fatboy Slim, Above & Beyond, and Avicii. That should definitely help spice up your normal podcast routine.

Why we love it

If you're looking for more than just the usual podcast app, Mixcloud should definitely be high on your list. While there are podcasts for pretty much everyone, the ability to build your own radio station with unique and diverse content is fun and exciting. And along with being able to access the content on your iPhone and iPad, the app looks great on the big screen of the Apple TV.

For those who love watching CBS shows and broadcasts.

With a subscription to CBS All Access, you'll get unlimited access to your favorite shows like The Big Bang Theory, The Good Wife, Limitless, and more. You'll be able to live stream the CBS channel whenever you want so you never miss a thing, and catch up on episodes you've missed. If you're a big fan of the programming on CBS, then getting a subscription to this is worth looking into.

Why we love it

The app lets you get access to your favorite CBS shows, and you can catch up whenever you have some spare time.

For those who appreciate fine art.

Art Channel powered by Art Authority is the perfect Apple TV app if you enjoy viewing beautiful works of art. Channels include All-Time Highlights and Impressionism Favorites. You can browse through each piece or have them assembled into a lovely slide show. The app also provides a video option to view the collection with delightful classical music.

Why we love it

Art Channel powered by Art Authority provides the perfect backdrop for a dinner party or when you simply want to relax with a gorgeous array of fine art.

For those who like viewing static images in a slide show.

With VSCO you can put a continuous collage slide show on your Apple TV with amazing pictures from all around the globe. The photos come from a variety of categories and are assembled nicely for a gorgeous background display. If you are interested in specific images, you can search by keyword. No matter what you're looking for, VSCO will have you covered.

Why we love it

For a smooth and easy way to dress up your Apple TV, VSCO lets you see awesome photos for a cool background display.