Roku SoundBridge M500 Review
The attractive Roku M500 SoundBridge lets you play your PC or Mac digital music files anywhere in the house, just hook it up to your home theater.
Roku SoundBridge M1000 Review
The attractive Roku M1000 SoundBridge lets you play your PC or Mac digital music files anywhere in the house, just hook it up to your home theater.
Roku SoundBridge M2000 Review
The attractive Roku SoundBridge lets you play your PC or Mac digital music files anywhere in the house, just hook it up to your home theater.
Roku HD-XR Review
As we found out in our Roku HD-XR review, the new Draft-N-enabled box still excels at streaming online media like Netflix, but still can’t access locally stored content.
3M Streaming Projector Powered by Roku Review
3M and Roku team up for the compact, inexpensive but surprisingly competent Streaming Projector.
Roku 4 review
The first piece of new hardware from Roku in over two years, the Roku 4 catapults the platform to the forefront of 4K Ultra HD streaming with class-leading features and performance.
Roku Streaming Stick (2016) review
Compact, nimble, and powerful, Roku's Streaming stick is the Porsche Boxster of streaming media players.
Roku Premiere+ (2018) review
When it comes to streaming devices, the sheer volume of choices these days can be daunting, and Roku has more models than anyone. While you really can’t go wrong with any Roku, the company’s new Premiere+ stands out in the crowd, expertly balancing affordability and performance for impressive value.
Roku Wireless Speakers review
Roku boldly steps into audio with its new Roku Wireless Speakers, an affordable, tailor-made sound solution for your Roku TV. But do they hold up under sonic scrutiny? We put them to the test to find out if these speakers are worth choosing over a soundbar or other audio solution.
Roku Channel adds a section just for kids, gives parents more control
The ever-expanding Roku Channel -- Roku's all-in-one free and paid online streaming service -- now has a section featuring kid-friendly programming from both ad-supported and subscription sources. It comes with a new way for parents to control what their kids watch in the form of a PIN-based filtering system.
The Roku Channel gets five new channels, including the free Fubo Sports Network
The Roku Channel is a great place to search for a variety of free, ad-supported movies and TV shows -- especially handy for cord-cutters who miss their cable subscriptions. But it also has a great collection of free livestreaming options. These now include more sports, news, and comedy, bringing the total to 30.
Don’t want the iPhone X or Galaxy S8? The HTC U11 Life is a viable option
We review the affordable HTC U11 Life smartphone, Hennessey aims for 300mph with the Venom F5, Roku's latest bit makes streaming even easier.
Save $10 on a Roku Streaming Stick+ and get 30 days of Sling for free
If you've been debating about cutting the cord, Walmart has a great Memorial Day deal on the 4K HDR-ready Roku Streaming Stick+, which combines a sale with a free month of Sling (a $40 value), saving you $50 altogether. The Roku Streaming Stick+ won our Editor's Choice award in that category.
Airplay 2 will come to Roku devices as Apple-Roku deal is reportedly finalized
Roku has reportedly finalized a deal with Apple that will provide the streaming video device maker access to Apple's Airplay 2 protocol. This means iOS and Mac users can stream their favorite content to Roku devices with unprecedented ease, and may cause some potential Apple TV buyers to look elsewhere.
Roku OS 9.1 update alters voice search to prioritize The Roku Channel
The Roku OS 9.1 release adds new and updated features to its streaming devices and Roku TVs, including a new voice-search feature that appears to prioritize TV shows and movies on its Roku Channel above other services. The update will roll out to a large selection of devices in the coming weeks.
You can now stream HBO, Showtime, and Starz in a single Roku app
It'll be easier than ever to find the new season of Game of Thrones on Roku. The company has added HBO to the Roku Channel on its devices, finally allowing owners of its popular streaming devices to stream programming from the premium cable giant in the same app as Showtime, Starz, and other services.
Hulu with Live TV has an updated UI that runs on even more platforms
Hulu with Live TV is a great option if you want to keep up on your favorite shows but still have access to Hulu’s expansive library of on-demand content. Now it’s available on even more devices, while some devices that already had the app are getting an updated user interface.
TCL drops the price of its 75-inch 6-Series 4K Roku TV to $1,500
March is a great time for TV deals and we've got a whopper: TCL has taken $300 off the price of its superb 75-inch 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV, making it $1,500. It's a limited-time deal on the lowest price for this model, and only available while supplies last, so don't delay.
Bark commands at Alexa and your Roku will respond, unless you want Netflix
Current-generation Roku streaming devices and Roku TVs can now be controlled by Amazon's Alexa, if you have a compatible Alexa device, like the Echo or Dot. Google Assistant was added to the platform in 2018. Unfortunately for Netflix fans, neither A.I. can directly access Netflix content on a Roku.
JVC will begin shipping Roku TVs, likely by the end of the year
Roku TVs are a great option if you want an all-in-one entertainment solution without shelling out big bucks, and now you'll have even more options, as Roku has announced that JVC will begin producing its own Roku TV models, which will likely begin shipping by the end of the year.
Tivo’s streaming apps will be limited to lower-quality video at launch
Tivo announced that it would be adding streaming apps for major platforms like Apple TV, Roku, Android TV, and Fire TV, but now we have news that these apps will face video quality limitations when they arrive. At launch, and for the foreseeable future, only 720p at 30 frames per second will be supported.
Roku adds premium subscription options to its Roku Channel
The Roku Channel has been offering Roku users a big collection of ad-supported content for over a year. Now, that service is being augmented through the availability of add-on premium subscriptions to services such as Starz, Showtime, and Epix. The service is expected to be available on all Roku devices within weeks.
Sling TV offers free shows, a la carte subscription channels to Roku users
Cord cutters rejoice! If you are among a select group of Roku users, Sling TV will be giving you free TV shows and the option to subscribe to individual channels without having to subscribe to the company's base level of channels. It also has some new features for finding the content you want.
Roku adds automatic sign-out mode, for those with regular houseguests
Being able to use a Roku device for streaming your favorite shows while staying at a hotel or Airbnb is awesome. What is less awesome is leaving yourself signed in after you leave. Thanks to a new automatic sign-out feature, this fear should become a thing of the past for both hosts and guests alike.
TCL S405 setup and unboxing guide: How to get your Roku-powered TV running
Having trouble with your new TV? Learn how to get started with your new, Roku-enabled television with our TCL S405 setup & unboxing guide.
Save $10 on the 2016 Roku Streaming Stick, a DT Editors’ Choice pick
The 2016 Roku Streaming Stick won our Editor's Choice award earlier this year. Now selling for a mere $40, it's one of the best bargains you can find.
Roku revamps entire line, adds 4K HDR models, stick-on form factor, $30 Express
Roku updates nearly its entire fleet of devices with 4K, HDR and a new $30 entry level set-top box for budget-conscious buyers.
Budget TVs are finally worth buying, and you can thank Roku
Not all that long ago, budget TVs were only worth looking at if, well, you were on a budget. Thanks to Roku and its platform, not only are budget TVs now a viable option for anyone, they might even be a better buy than more expensive TVs, depending on what you're looking for.
Roku adds features, subtracts cost with its cheapest 4K streamer to date
It wasn’t that long ago that watching TV shows or movies in 4K resolution meant paying big bucks, but that has changed in recent years, and it now it has gotten even cheaper with the debut of the new Roku Premiere, the cheapest 4K streaming media player the company has ever produced.
Roku makes free movies and TV shows even easier to find
Roku’s streaming devices offer up a ton of free movies and TV shows, but they’re scattered across different streaming services and can be hard to find. The new “Featured Free” section ties together shows and movies across various services, making it easier than ever to find something to watch for free.
Roku TV Wireless Speakers make Roku TVs an even smarter choice
If you’re looking for simplicity, a Roku TV is great, as you get a TV with all the functionality of Roku’s streaming boxes built right into it. The company wants to make things even easier for you with its Roku TV Wireless Speakers, which pair wirelessly and make setup a snap.
Viewers of online content are starting to prefer gaming consoles over computers
While gamers are enjoying the barrage of Fall releases in the fourth quarter like Battlefield 3, more console owners are utilizing the gaming device to consume movies and television.
Google Play Movies & TV gets new features and a fresh coat of paint on Roku
If you have a Roku streaming box or Roku-powered TV and you’re invested in the Google ecosystem, the Google Movies & TV channel is probably one of your favorites. Now the app is getting even better with an updated user interface and new features for finding movies and TV shows to watch.
Twitter kills some TV apps, but updates Windows and other support
Twitter seems to be in the midst of an evolution which involves both some deaths and rebirths. Beginning May 24, the social media company will no longer support its TV apps on Roku, Android TV, or Xbox. But if you're a Twitter Lite or Twitter for Windows user, you're in for some snazzy new updates.
Hisense’s latest 4K UHD Roku TV models are big on features, small on price
If you’re looking for a TV that will let you kick back and watch without having to plug anything else in, Hisense’s new R7 series of 4K UHD Roku TVs has you covered. You'll find plenty of streaming channels, as well as DTS TruSurround for up to 30 watts of audio power -- no soundbar necessary.
Roku OS 8.1 update includes free live news, updated Roku Channel, multicast audio
Roku has announced that its next big update to the Roku OS, Roku OS 8.1, will be hitting your Roku streaming devices in the coming weeks, bringing with it a host of new features like free 24-hour news, updates to the Roku Channel, and multicast listening. ABC News Live is the main focus for the live news channels.
Sling TV’s Roku app gets a major upgrade, with other platforms to follow soon
Sling TV has introduced major updates to its Roku app, including the ability to upgrade your programming package inside the app.
Your Samsung or Roku smart TV could be vulnerable to hackers, but don’t panic
After testing various smart TVs, Consumer Reports says it found vulnerabilities in Samsung and TCL Roku TV models that allow could allow a hacker to remotely change channels, adjust the volume, or possibly play offensive content.