HBO Now is no longer available on second and third generation Apple TVs

That's right, HBO Now is no longer available for use on second and third generation Apple TVs. The news came like a jug of cold water for users of these Apple TVs who see an update to Apple TV as the only possibility to see this service. The decision to remove the applications of HBO Go and HBO Now It was taken a few weeks ago and it was planned that they would be permanently eliminated during last April, it was finally decided to leave the service available until mid-May and now access has been permanently eliminated on these Apple TV models.

A spokesperson for HBO explained last April that the HBO Go application would remain available for "a while longer" but this availability would not be forever. This is said to be due to the coronavirus pandemic that affects the planet, although it has not been officially confirmed that it was the reason for extending the availability of the application on these Apple TV models.

Does this mean that users who are affected by this removal have to buy a new device to continue enjoying HBO? Partly yes and partly no. You can continue to watch the programming from other compatible devices or directly using AirPlay. In any case there are options available if you don't want to change your Apple TV.

For its part, HBO is preparing to launch HBO Max, which is nothing more than a new video service in which more than 10.000 hours of new content are added and which will be available to customers from next May 27. This new service will be priced at $ 14,99 per month for new customers and HBO Now customers may have this content at no cost.