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karlfromgermantown
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Permanently disable the microphones

Just ordered a new Apple TV that is releasing mid November 2026. Want to know how to permanently disable the microphones that they put in there. Willing to open it up and snip wires if needed. Want to get this done before it goes into service so any help would be appreciated. Thanks


Posted on Oct 13, 2026 12:40 PM

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IdrisSeabright
User level: Level 10 (201,695 points)

Oct 13, 2026 1:28 PM in response to karlfromgermantown

As no one here has had the opportunity to examine them, I don't know how anyone could advise you.


Once a new device is released, there are usually people who do teardowns, often on YouTube.


Note that you will void your warranty if you open it up and cut wires.

Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256375667