New Apple TV

Tim Cook kicked off the Apple Media Event today with an Apple TV update. Now offering support for 1080p video (also now available through the iTunes Store), the Apple TV features a new UI, among other updates.

Features overview:

• New user interface includes icon-based category buttons and large artwork for content
• TV shows now support 1080p
• Movie Genius recommends movies for you based on what you’ve already watched
• customers can re-download purchased movies to any device
• iTunes playlists from iCloud now port to Apple TV
• PhotoStream images are pushed directly to Apple TV from iCloud
• Same $99 price point
• Available next week