TV with no HDMI or optical inputs!

I know the new Apple TV is cool, but I've got a TV with no HDMI or optical audio inputs. How can I use the new device?
My older Apple TV works great and I would love to use all the AirPlay features including Netflix. I can afford a new Apple TV, but I can't afford a new television!
Steve, please don't let my older Apple TV become obsolete!

Beavis wrote:
Steve, please don't let my older Apple TV become obsolete!
I'm not sure why you think your current tv will now be obsolete, it's my understanding that your current tv will continue to function as it always has done.

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