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HBO Max on Apple TV finally working in the default video player

By Daniel Petrov

Published: Jun 09, 2021, 6:21 AM

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HBO Max on Apple TV finally working in the default video player

While Apple TV is technically flawless and designwise appealing, not to mention its dandy new Siri Remote, but with the proliferation of apps for it, and when it comes to the interface uniting them, Apple has been slipping to the level of Android (read: Chinese) TV boxes.

The latest case in point was the HBO Max app whose custom video player stopped working properly on Apple TV, and simple actions like forwarding or rewinding a movie or TV series became a chore to be reckoned with. Thankfully, HBO announced that the issue has been fixed, and the Max app can finally run in the default tvOS video player for a more consistent experience.

We just released an update to our Apple TV app, restoring the native tvOS video playback experience you know and love, with more improvements to come. Ensuring HBO Max viewers have a quality experience is our top priority and we missed the mark here. Thank you for your patience.
— HBOMaxHelp (@HBOMaxHelp) June 9, 2021

Of course, the update still doesn't work properly for other complaints like subtitles and thumbnails, plus the issues with other video apps like Roku's are still unresolved, but it's a step in the right direction for those who want to enjoy HBO Max via Apple TV and the controls of the cool new Siri Remote.

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Daniel, a devoted tech writer at PhoneArena from 2010 to 2025, has been engrossed in mobile technology since the Windows Mobile era. His expertise spans mobile hardware, software, and carrier networks, and he's keenly interested in the future of digital health, car connectivity, and 5G. Beyond his professional pursuits, Daniel finds balance in travel, reading, and exploring new tech innovations, while contemplating the ethical and privacy implications of our digital future.