For those looking to push the limits of their high-definition television, the 3rd generation Apple TV 8 GB HD Media Streamer gives you the tools to find out what's possible without the need of a smart TV. This is the first Apple TV media stream to offer playback in 1080p HD and it interacts easily with Apple products like the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch as well as laptops and desktop PCs. In addition to being able to access content from iTunes, users can also access video from a number of different sources, such as content providers like Netflix, YouTube, and Hulu and paid services like HBO; photos from Flickr and Photo Stream; and hear music from personal libraries, Internet radio sources, and iTunes. Setting up the Apple TV 8 GB HD Media Streamer is a simple process as it is a plug-and-play device. Once connected to the application that you can download from the iTunes Store for free, it only takes a few minutes to begin streaming content from a variety of sources. It even allows you to access content that you have in your iCloud, meaning that you can view homemade video, photographs, and even documents that you have stored in the cloud on your TV. The device's 8 GB of storage also allows you to keep your favorite video, image, and audio files. The Apple TV A1427 uses the AirPlay feature from Apple to connect proprietary devices like the iPhone, iPad, or MacBook to control the content remotely via Wi-Fi or Ethernet.