MCP_tvOS_Server

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A comprehensive Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for Apple TV development that enables AI assistants to interact with tvOS devices and simulators.

tvOS MCP Server

Overview

A comprehensive Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for Apple TV development that enables AI assistants to interact with tvOS devices and simulators. This server provides automated testing, debugging, and development capabilities specifically designed for the unique challenges of tvOS development.

Project Status

🔵 Planning Phase - Complete architectural design and documentation ready for implementation

Key Features

Device Management

  • 📱 Automatic discovery of tvOS devices and simulators
  • 🔌 Reliable connection management with reconnection logic
  • 📊 Device capability detection and validation
  • 🎯 Multi-device support for testing scenarios

tvOS-Specific Tools

  • 🎮 Siri Remote Simulation - Complete remote control automation
  • 🧭 Focus Engine Debugging - Unique tvOS navigation analysis
  • 📸 Spatial Screenshots - High-quality display capture
  • 🏗️ Build Integration - xcodebuild automation
  • 📱 App Management - Install, launch, and lifecycle control

Advanced Capabilities

  • 📋 Real-time Log Streaming - Live device log monitoring
  • 📊 Performance Monitoring - CPU, memory, and system metrics
  • 🔍 Focus Navigation Validation - Automated accessibility testing
  • 🌐 WebSocket Support - Real-time communication
  • 🛠️ CLI Tools - Command-line interface for direct usage

Architecture

┌─────────────────┐     ┌─────────────────┐     ┌─────────────────┐
│   AI Assistant  │────▶│   macOS MCP     │────▶│   tvOS Device   │
│    (Claude)     │◀────│    Server       │◀────│ (via Xcode)     │
└─────────────────┘     └─────────────────┘     └─────────────────┘
                               Node.js              simctl/xcrun

Project Structure

tvOS/tvos-mcp-server/
├── docs/                           # 📚 Complete documentation
│   ├── DETAILED_DESIGN.md         # System architecture and design
│   ├── API_SPECIFICATION.md       # Complete API reference
│   ├── IMPLEMENTATION_PLAN.md     # 8-10 week development roadmap
│   └── TESTING_STRATEGY.md        # Comprehensive testing approach
├── src/                            # 💻 Source code (to be implemented)
├── tests/                          # 🧪 Test suites (to be implemented)
├── examples/                       # 📖 Usage examples (to be implemented)  
├── scripts/                        # 🔧 Build and deployment scripts
└── README.md                       # This file

Documentation

📋 Planning Documents

  • - Complete system architecture, components, and technical specifications
  • - Comprehensive API documentation with MCP tools, REST endpoints, WebSocket events, and CLI commands
  • - 8-10 week development roadmap with phases, milestones, and deliverables
  • - Multi-level testing approach with unit, integration, and E2E test specifications

Quick Start (Future Implementation)

# Clone and setup
git clone <repository-url>
cd tvos-mcp-server
npm install

# Build the project
npm run build

# Start the server
npm start

# Configure Claude Desktop
# Add to ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json:
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "tvos": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": ["<path>/tvos-mcp-server/dist/index.js"]
    }
  }
}

Unique tvOS Features

Focus Engine Debugging

The server provides comprehensive Focus Engine analysis - a unique tvOS feature:

// Analyze current focus state
await claude.callTool('analyze_focus_engine', {
  device_id: 'my-apple-tv',
  include_tree: true,
  include_preferences: true
});

// Validate focus navigation paths
await claude.callTool('validate_focus_navigation', {
  device_id: 'my-apple-tv',
  test_paths: [
    { name: 'main_menu_navigation', commands: ['down', 'down', 'right'] },
    { name: 'settings_access', commands: ['up', 'select'] }
  ]
});

Siri Remote Simulation

Complete remote control automation for automated testing:

// Send individual commands
await claude.callTool('send_remote_command', {
  device_id: 'my-apple-tv',
  command: 'menu'
});

// Execute command sequences
await claude.callTool('simulate_remote_sequence', {
  device_id: 'my-apple-tv', 
  commands: [
    { command: 'menu', delay: 0.5 },
    { command: 'down', delay: 0.3 },
    { command: 'select', delay: 0.5 }
  ]
});

Development Roadmap

Phase 1: Core Infrastructure (Weeks 1-2)

  • Project structure and configuration
  • Complete documentation suite
  • MCP server foundation
  • Device manager implementation
  • Basic device abstraction

Phase 2: Device Management (Weeks 3-4)

  • Screenshot capture tool
  • Remote control simulation
  • App management (install/launch)
  • Basic build automation

Phase 3: Advanced Features (Weeks 5-6)

  • Focus Engine debugging (unique to tvOS)
  • Real-time log streaming
  • Performance monitoring
  • WebSocket integration

Phase 4: Integration & Testing (Weeks 7-8)

  • Complete MCP protocol integration
  • Comprehensive error handling
  • Full test suite implementation
  • Performance optimization

Phase 5: Documentation & Release (Weeks 9-10)

  • User guides and tutorials
  • API documentation and SDKs
  • Release packaging
  • Community feedback integration

Technical Specifications

Prerequisites

  • macOS 13.0+ (Ventura or later)
  • Xcode 15.0+ with tvOS SDK
  • Node.js 18.0+
  • Apple TV device or tvOS Simulator
  • Claude Desktop or MCP client

Performance Targets

  • Device Discovery: < 3 seconds
  • Screenshot Capture: < 2 seconds
  • Remote Commands: < 500ms
  • Focus Analysis: < 5 seconds
  • Memory Usage: < 512MB baseline

Supported Platforms

  • tvOS 17.0+ (Primary support)
  • tvOS 16.0+ (Limited support)
  • tvOS 15.0+ (Basic functionality)

Integration with Other MCP Servers

This tvOS MCP Server complements your existing mobile development ecosystem:

  • iOS MCP Server ✅ (Planning phase)
  • visionOS MCP Server ✅ (Implemented)
  • Android MCP Server ✅ (Planning phase)

Together, they provide comprehensive mobile and Apple ecosystem development capabilities.

Use Cases

Automated Testing

  • UI navigation testing with Focus Engine validation
  • Cross-device testing scenarios
  • Performance regression testing
  • Accessibility compliance verification

Development Workflows

  • Automated app deployment and testing
  • Real-time debugging with log streaming
  • Performance monitoring during development
  • CI/CD pipeline integration

AI-Assisted Development

  • Natural language device interaction via Claude
  • Intelligent issue detection and resolution
  • Automated test case generation
  • Development workflow optimization

Contributing

This project follows a structured development approach:

  1. Design First: All features start with comprehensive design documentation
  2. Test-Driven: Implementation follows the comprehensive testing strategy
  3. Quality Gates: Automated quality checks at every step
  4. Documentation: Living documentation that evolves with the code

Security and Privacy

  • Local network operation only (no external exposure)
  • Device trust and certificate validation
  • Optional API key authentication
  • Comprehensive audit logging
  • Privacy-sensitive data protection

Support and Resources

  • Documentation: Complete guides in /docs directory
  • Examples: Practical usage examples (coming in implementation phase)
  • Testing: Comprehensive test suites for reliability
  • Community: Issue tracking and feature requests via GitHub

Roadmap Beyond v1.0

  • v1.1: Multi-device simultaneous control, enhanced performance profiling
  • v1.2: AI-powered test generation, cloud deployment support
  • v2.0: tvOS 18.0+ features, machine learning-based issue detection

Built for tvOS developers who want to leverage AI assistance for more efficient and reliable app development workflows.