Shared Codebase Across Mobile & TV
Reuse up to 90% of your existing React Native mobile app code on Apple TV. Share business logic, API layers, state management, and navigation patterns between iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV.
Your mobile app, on the big screen
React Native tvOS extends React Native to Apple TV with focus-based navigation, Siri Remote support, and native tvOS APIs. Reuse your mobile codebase and reach users in the living room.
Focus-Based Navigation for TV
React Native tvOS provides built-in focus management for Siri Remote and game controller navigation. Users browse your app naturally with directional focus, parallax effects, and TV-optimized interactions.
Native tvOS Components & APIs
Access native tvOS APIs including TVMenuControl, TVFocusGuide, and platform-specific UI components. Build apps that feel native to the Apple TV experience, not ported from mobile.
Media Playback & Streaming
Built-in support for AVPlayer, HLS streaming, DRM content protection, and media playback controls. Build streaming apps, video-on-demand platforms, and live TV experiences.
Multi-Platform from One Team
One React Native team builds your iPhone app, iPad app, and Apple TV app. No separate tvOS team needed. Consistent brand experience across all Apple devices.
App Store Distribution
Distribute through the tvOS App Store to millions of Apple TV households worldwide. We handle App Store guidelines, review compliance, and submission for tvOS-specific requirements.
Common Challenges
Challenges with Apple TV development...
Building a tvOS app from scratch with Swift is expensive
A dedicated tvOS native team costs as much as a full mobile team. React Native tvOS reuses your existing mobile codebase, cutting TV app development cost by 60-70%.
TV navigation and focus management are complex
TV apps require completely different interaction patterns than mobile. React Native tvOS provides built-in focus management and TV navigation primitives so your team does not start from zero.
Finding tvOS developers is nearly impossible
tvOS-specific Swift developers are extremely rare. React Native tvOS lets your existing JavaScript team build for Apple TV without learning a new language or platform.
Streaming apps need to work flawlessly on the big screen
Users expect instant playback, smooth navigation, and zero buffering on their TV. React Native tvOS leverages native AVPlayer and HLS for reliable media streaming.
You are not alone. We help UAE businesses solve these exact challenges every day.
Related Services
tvOS Development as Part of Your Apple Strategy
React Native tvOS development works best alongside a mobile app strategy. Build your iPhone app first, then extend to Apple TV with shared code.
From streaming to digital signage
Custom Apple TV apps for media, fitness, hospitality, enterprise, and retail. We build purpose-designed TV experiences, not resized mobile apps.
Custom tvOS App Development
Purpose-built Apple TV applications using React Native tvOS. From streaming platforms and fitness apps to digital signage and corporate presentations — designed for the big screen.
Mobile-to-TV App Extension
Extend your existing React Native mobile app to Apple TV. We adapt your mobile codebase for the TV experience — optimizing layouts, navigation, and interactions for the living room.
Streaming & Media Apps
Video-on-demand, live streaming, and media catalog apps with HLS playback, DRM, subtitle support, continue-watching, and personalized recommendations for Apple TV.
Fitness & Wellness TV Apps
Workout and fitness apps for the big screen with video instruction, progress tracking, Apple Health integration, and multi-user profiles for household use.
Digital Signage & Kiosk Apps
Apple TV-powered digital signage for retail, hospitality, and corporate environments. Remote content management, scheduling, and analytics for your display network.
Streaming, fitness, business, and more
Apple TV apps serve audiences across entertainment, education, fitness, and business. Here is how companies leverage tvOS for big-screen engagement.
Video-on-demand platforms
Content catalogs, subscription management, offline downloads, continue-watching, and personalized recommendations on the big screen.
Live streaming apps
Low-latency live video with chat, multi-camera support, and real-time viewer engagement for events, sports, and broadcasting.
Music & audio apps
Album browsing, playlist management, background playback, and AirPlay integration for music and podcast streaming on Apple TV.
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Apple TV solutions for your sector
From streaming and fitness to hospitality, education, and retail digital signage — we build Apple TV apps tailored to your industry.
Media & Entertainment
Streaming platforms, video-on-demand, and live broadcasting apps for Apple TV. Reach audiences in the living room with premium big-screen experiences.
Fitness & Wellness
Guided workout apps, yoga sessions, and wellness programs on the big screen. Apple TV turns the living room into a personal fitness studio.
Hospitality & Hotels
In-room entertainment, concierge services, and guest information systems powered by Apple TV for hotels, resorts, and serviced apartments.
Real Estate & Property
Immersive property showcases and virtual tours on the big screen for real estate showrooms, property exhibitions, and client presentations.
Education & Training
E-learning platforms and corporate training apps on Apple TV. Big-screen learning for classrooms, boardrooms, and living rooms.
Retail & Digital Signage
Apple TV-powered digital signage for retail displays, menu boards, promotional screens, and interactive product catalogs.
Why Build an Apple TV App
Reach millions of Apple TV households. Reuse your mobile codebase. Launch where the competition is minimal and attention spans are long.
Apple TV is in millions of households worldwide. A tvOS app puts your brand on the biggest screen in the home — where users engage with content for hours, not minutes. Perfect for streaming, fitness, and education.
tvOS Development Stack
From strategy to App Store launch
A proven process for delivering Apple TV apps — from TV strategy and design through development, testing, and tvOS App Store submission.
1
Discovery & TV Strategy
We assess your existing mobile app (if any) and define the tvOS strategy. We determine which features translate to the big screen and what needs TV-specific design.
2
TV-Optimized Design
UI design built for 10-foot viewing distance, focus-based navigation, and Siri Remote interaction. We follow Apple's tvOS Human Interface Guidelines for native feel.
3
Development & Testing
React Native tvOS development with focus engine integration, media playback, and Apple TV-specific testing on real hardware to ensure quality.
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tvOS App Store Launch
App Store submission with tvOS-specific assets (top shelf images, TV app icons), review compliance, and launch strategy for the Apple TV platform.
Standards we operate by
Local expertise, React Native tvOS specialization, and Apple ecosystem knowledge. We build TV apps that engage audiences on the big screen.
Mainland-Licensed Dubai Team
`Local tvOS development experts based in Dubai. We understand UAE business requirements and regional content considerations for Apple TV apps.
React Native tvOS Specialists
`Deep expertise in the react-native-tvos fork, focus management, TV navigation patterns, and tvOS-specific APIs. We build for the big screen, not just resize mobile apps.
Multi-Platform Strategy
`We build iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV apps from a shared codebase. One team, one architecture, consistent experience across all Apple devices.
Media & Streaming Expertise
`Experience with HLS streaming, DRM integration, AVPlayer, and media-heavy applications optimized for the Apple TV viewing experience.
tvOS App Store Submission
`We handle tvOS-specific App Store requirements, review guidelines, top shelf extensions, and TV app icon specifications for smooth approval.
Post-Launch TV App Support
`Ongoing maintenance, tvOS version updates, content management, and feature development to keep your Apple TV app current and engaging.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
Atlio built our entire platform—web portal, mobile app, and AI-powered features. We launched on time, got to market fast, and scaled without issues. Having one team own the full stack end-to-end made all the difference.
Launched on time, scaled without issues
Darren N.
Teammate AppWhat started as a focused engagement evolved into an ongoing partnership. They delivered consistently and adapted as we evolved, ultimately more valuable than the initial delivery.
Built lasting trust through consistent delivery and ongoing commitment
Minu D.
Sky NZThey built us a custom inventory and order management system that connects our warehouses across the UAE. Clean interface, works on mobile, and our team actually uses it. Exactly what we needed.
Custom system connecting UAE warehouses
Fatima K.
Gulf Global CommerceThey developed a B2B portal where our retailers can place orders, check product availability, and track deliveries. Reduced phone calls to our office significantly and our customers prefer it.
94% on-time delivery, retailers prefer the portal
Shobair H.
AlhayatOur ERP and accounting were a mess of manual workarounds. They built an integration that automated the whole thing. Team saves hours every week now.
Saved 20+ hours per week
David C.
MixupWe've been working with them for over 4 years, they handle our internal systems and support our enterprise clients. Reliable, easy to work with, and they just get things done.
4 years of reliable service
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Kaizen ConsultingHow We Build Your Apple TV App
We handle TV strategy, big-screen design, React Native tvOS development, Apple TV testing, and tvOS App Store submission.
Discover & Prototyping
We shape brands through exploration, applying in-depth research to challenge assumptions at every turn. We'll also create a prototype suitable for computers and mobile devices.
Design & Build
Using your feedback on the prototype, we will make any changes before starting the code development work. We use an agile development model with ongoing reviews and iterations.
Deliver
Ongoing testing is critical to agile development to get to the code refinement stage. We then implement the software application and provide your team with training and support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is React Native tvOS?
React Native tvOS is an open-source fork of React Native maintained by the community that adds Apple TV and Android TV support. It lets you build tvOS apps using JavaScript and React, reusing up to 90% of code from existing React Native mobile apps.
Can I extend my existing React Native mobile app to Apple TV?
Yes. If you have an existing React Native iOS app, we can extend it to Apple TV by adapting the UI for big-screen viewing, implementing focus-based navigation, and adding tvOS-specific features. Most business logic and API layers transfer directly.
What types of apps work well on Apple TV?
Streaming and video-on-demand platforms, fitness and workout apps, educational content, digital signage, corporate presentations, music apps, gaming, and photo gallery apps perform exceptionally well on Apple TV.
How much does tvOS app development cost?
A standalone tvOS app typically costs AED 40,000-120,000. If you already have a React Native mobile app, extending to Apple TV costs 30-40% of the original mobile development because you reuse most of the existing codebase.
Does React Native tvOS support Siri Remote and game controllers?
Yes. React Native tvOS has built-in support for Siri Remote navigation, focus management, and game controller input. The focus engine handles directional navigation automatically, and you can customize focus behavior for complex layouts.
Can React Native tvOS apps stream video with DRM?
Yes. React Native tvOS supports native AVPlayer for HLS streaming with FairPlay DRM. You can build full streaming platforms with content protection, adaptive bitrate, subtitles, and picture-in-picture support.
How long does it take to build an Apple TV app?
A new tvOS app takes 8-14 weeks. Extending an existing React Native mobile app to Apple TV takes 4-8 weeks depending on complexity. Streaming apps with DRM and content management take 10-16 weeks.
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