MacVoices #26038: TV+ Talk – CES, TV Interfaces, What’s coming, What’s Going, What’s Next

Jan 29, 2026 | TV+ Talk

Charlotte Henry and Chuck Joiner return after a holiday break to discuss Chuck’s CES impressions, evolving TV hardware, and the viewing experience around Apple TV. They discuss smart TV interfaces, discoverability challenges, and why software now matters as much (if not more) as display quality. They look at both upcoming and canceled Apple TV shows, and pick some favorites among both new and returning series.

Show Notes:

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome and CES recap
00:53 CES atmosphere and TV trends
02:28 Choosing a TV in 2026
05:19 Apple TV app and interface debate
09:54 New and upcoming Apple TV shows
13:09 Cancellations and content strategy
17:47 Shows to watch and recommendations
21:09 Anticipated releases in 2026
28:41 Wrap-up and looking ahead

Guests:

Charlotte Henry is a media junkie, covering how Apple is not just a revolutionary tech firm, but a revolutionary media firm. She is based in London, writes and broadcasts for various outlets, and is the author of Not Buying It, an examination of fake news. You can find her on her The Addition blog, her podcast, in her The Addition newsletter on substack, and on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.