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damianomigani

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Aug 13, 2016
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hi

I'm wondering if there is a way to load user accounts when booting the apple tv4. I want to be able to choose among two accounts when I start the apple tv. The two accounts will have different sets of apps. perhaps by jail breaking? Thank you
 

Peace

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Apr 1, 2005
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The reasoning behind this is the Apple TV is not meant to be booted up for usage. It is always "on".

It's not a computer that you boot and re-boot.

You can switch accounts in the preferences.
 

-Gonzo-

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Nov 14, 2015
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You can switch between iTunes accounts fine but any downloaded apps will remain available for all.
The only things that will be account specific are iTunes Movies/TV shows, Music purchases and Apple Music.
Gamecenter also needs to be logged out of and signed in separately between users.
 

d21mike

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Jul 11, 2007
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Maybe the term User Profiles like in NETFLIX would be helpful. There needs to be a global watch list based on my profile and much more.
 
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