Apple Launches ‘Tech Talks’ Tour for Apple TV Developers
Apple today announced the launch of a new series of "Tech Talks" for the Apple TV, designed to help developers learn how to create apps and games for Apple's new set-top box. The Tech Talks are held in a number of cities around the world and are hosted by "Apple experts."
The new Apple TV is here, bringing incredible and immersive apps and games to the big screen. Get in-depth technical information on building and designing for tvOS, learn refined coding techniques, and obtain valuable development instruction from Apple experts.
Developers can register to attend a Tech Talk through Apple's website, with registration open from now until November 13 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time. Dates and locations are below.
- Toronto - December 7, 2015
- Los Angeles - December 10, 2015
- Austin - December 14, 2015
- Seattle - December 16, 2015
- Cupertino - December 17 and 18, 2015
- Berlin - January 8, 2016
- London - January 11, 2016
- New York - January 12, 2016
- Tokyo - January 21, 2016
- Sydney - February 3, 2016
Each of Apple's all-day Tech Talks will include morning sessions focused on the Apple TV's capabilities, designing apps, creating interfaces, integrating the Siri remote and game controllers, and using on-demand resources. Afternoon sessions will focus on topics like technologies for graphics and gaming, media streaming, and more, and a reception will follow giving attendees a chance to interact with each other and Apple's staff.
Update 11/16: Apple is now choosing lottery winners for its Apple TV Tech Talks and notifying winning developers.
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