How to Rename Your Apple TV [Simple & Quick]

Are you confused about which Apple devices you should connect to when facing several of the same names on the device list? Sometimes the same device names will cause embarrassment, so it is helpful to rename these devices. Today I will share how to change Apple TV name simply and quickly.

In fact, the rename process is the same to finish through the Settings. This blog lists three tools, including Apple remotes, the Apple TV Remote feature on iOS mobile devices, and the Android-compatible Apple TV remote app to help you change Apple TV name more conveniently. Now let’s read on and be familiar with the way to rename your devices.

Using Apple Remote

If you have Apple remotes, no matter what version, let’s start to use your Apple remote to learn how to change name of Apple TV now.

Step 1. Use your Apple remote to get to the Settings to tap the General > About option.

Step 2. Move down and select the Name option.

Step 3. Delete the current or default name and type a new name in the blank. When finished, click the Done button at the bottom of the screen to identify your new Apple TV name.

Using Apple TV Remote Feature

Well, the Apple TV Remote feature is for those who have no Apple remote, who have a dysfunctional Apple TV remote, or those who lost the remote developed by Apple. While you have iOS mobile devices, then you can change the name of your Apple TV through your unnoticed Apple TV Remote feature.

Usually, the Remote feature, which looks like a remote icon can be found in the Control Center that gives you instant access to the things you do the most. For iPhone X and later, you need to swipe down from the top-right corner of your screen, while you are supposed to swipe up from the bottom edge of the screen with iPhone SE, and iPhone 8 and earlier to open the Control Center.

If you can’t find the Apple TV Remote feature in the Control Center, you need to add this feature to the Control Center by yourself. Just head to Settings > Control Center > MORE CONTROLS > INCLUDED CONTROLS. You can add it and move it to the front of your controls.

Now you just need to pair the virtual remote to your Apple TV and repeat the rename process introduced above.

Step 1. Open the Apple TV Remote icon to run this feature and tap the top of the screen to connect your Apple TV via a 4-digit passcode.

Step 2. Use the virtual remote to the Settings and tap General > About option. Thenmove down and select the Name option.

Step 3. Delete the current or default name and type a new name in the blank. When finished, click the Done button at the bottom of the screen to identify your new Apple TV name.

Using Apple TV Remote App

Meanwhile, there will be another condition that you have no Apple physical remote, nor that you are not an iOS mobile device user. So it is time to introduce an Android-compatible Apple TV remote app to you if you own an Android mobile device instead.

Designed by BoostVision, Universal Apple TV Remote App can work on Android mobile devices to help you immerse in the wonderful viewing experience on your Apple TV. After a wireless connection, you can use this virtual remote to rename your Apple TV by the same process mentioned above.

Step 1. Ensure your Android device is covered in the same wireless as your Apple TV. Then go to the app store to download and install Universal Apple TV Remote App.

Step 2. Open the application on your device to connect to Apple TV from the top of the screen.

Step 3. Finish the pairing process after entering the PIN code shown on screen, then let’s repeat the rename process introduced in front of the blog.

Step 4. Use this application like a physical remote, tap to Settings > General > About > Name. Click the Done button after deleting the original name and typing a new name in the blank.

Conclusion

How to change name on Apple TV? This process is easy, isn’t it? Just arrive at Settings > General > About > Name > give a new name > Done. Moreover, this post shares three tools for you to rename your Apple TV, namely Apple remotes, Apple TV Remote feature and Apple TV remote app. Hoping these methods can give you more convenience to achieve your destination. Hoping the review of rename steps can make you more familiar with your Apple TV.

How to Change Apple TV Name FAQ

Q: Can I rename my Apple TV?

Yes, let’s do it. Go to Settings > General > About > Name > give a new name > Done. You can change your iPad or iPhone name by the same steps.

Q: How do I change my profile on Apple TV?

Press and hold the TV button on the Siri Remote, select the Profiles tab in Control Center. Then select a user or select Add User and follow the onscreen instructions.