Best Buy knocks $10 off the Roku Streaming Stick+ 4K — now only $40
The Roku Streaming Stick+ 4K lets you stream from all your favorite streaming services like Netflix, Apple TV+, and Disney+
Roku Ultra on sale for only $70 at Amazon right now — save $30
Enjoy the best streaming experience with the 4K Roku Ultra, giving you great picture quality and useful voice features for only $70 right now at Amazon.
You won’t be able to watch Peacock on Roku or Amazon platforms
NBCUniversal did not strike a deal with the platforms in time for Peacock's debut due to issues over control of user data and sharing of advertising inventory.
Roku, Peloton partner to provide premium workouts at home
Roku and Peloton have partnered to bring the Peloton App to Roku's streaming platform, providing access to thousands of workouts from the comfort of your home.
Is your Roku about to lose Hulu? Here’s how you can check
Hulu has quietly said that it will discontinue its support for Roku's oldest devices. Here are the affected boxes and how can you check if yours is one of them.
Roku targets free streaming, adds 100+ live TV channels
Roku announced that it will be expanding its catalog of live TV on The Roku Channel to more than 100 channels. It also added a new Live TV Channel Guide.
I’m not mad, HBO Max, I’m just disappointed
The launch of HBO Max not only didn't bring 4K or HDR, but also wasn't supported by either Roku or Amazon Fire, raising eyebrows and testing patience.
Add streaming to any TV with the Roku Smart Soundbar — now $50 off
Through Memorial Day, save $30 on the Roku Smart Soundbar which performs double duty, with 4K HDR streaming and better audio than your TV speakers.
Don’t miss these last-minute Mother’s Day sales with delivery before May 10
From flowers to iPads and yoga mats to fitness watches, today is your last chance to order your gifts in time for Mother's Day 2020 from these retailers.
Roku OS 9.3 update aimed at helping viewers find content quicker
Roku has announced its new operating system, dubbed Roku OS 9.3, which provides new features and focuses on enhancements to the streaming devices' voice search.
Roku is offering 30-day free trial of premium video
Roku is giving new users 30 days of free access to premium channels, but it comes with a slight catch.
Chromecast vs. Roku Streaming Stick+ vs. Fire TV Stick 4K
Streaming sticks are a smaller alternative to set-top boxes. But which one is king? We compare the Chromecast, Fire TV Stick 4K, and Roku Streaming Stick+.
Roku’s surround sound system is simple, immersive, and not for everyone
Roku's software update allows you to link up the company’s Soundbar, Subwoofer and Roku Wireless Speakers for a surround setup that costs just $500.
Roku reaches agreement with Fox to allow Super Bowl streaming
Football fans hoping to watch the Super Bowl via Roku tomorrow will be pleased to hear the platform has hammered out a last-minute agreement with content supplier Fox.
Roku will likely lose all Fox channels a day before Super Bowl LIV
In a surprising turn of events, Roku has announced it will pull all of Fox cable channels from its platform on February 1st -- a day before the Super Bowl 2020 takes place. Viewers who wish to stream the annual sporting event will have no choice other than to subscribe to a separate streaming service.
Roku’s Wireless speakers will link up with its smart soundbar for true surround
Getting a surround sound system for your home theater is both affordable and easy now that Roku's Smart Soundbar and Wireless Subwoofer work with the company's Wireless Speakers to create a $500 wireless surround system. Though it may not pack the punch of other surround systems, for this price it's hard to knock it.
Roku TV Ready lets you control your entire soundbar from a Roku TV remote
Tired of a pile of remotes taking up space on your coffee table? Roku is making it easier than ever to use a soundbar with your TV remote with its new Roku Ready program. If soundbar manufacturers opt in, they can allow you to control every parameter right on your Roku TV.
Hulu is finally offering 4K and 5.1 surround sound audio on Roku
Hulu has long struggled to implement 4K video streaming on its platform. However, they recently announced they are now offering 4K streaming and 5.1 surround sound audio on Roku devices. Here's what you need to know about the latest upgrade for Hulu on your Roku streamer.
Last chance to get a Roku Ultra for just $50 on Cyber Monday
Cyber Monday has arrived, and with it a huge range of deals on all sorts of electronics products. And here we've got one of the best streaming device deals for Cyber Monday: The Roku Ultra at Amazon for just $50, which is half the list price of $100. This offer is just for Cyber Monday, so snap it up today!
The 4K-ready Roku Streaming Stick+ is just $30 for Cyber Monday
If you picked up a super cheap 4K TV on Black Friday or Cyber Monday — we're talking as cheap as $100 — chances are it doesn't have a smart TV platform. You can add one on the cheap with the Roku Streaming Stick+. Best Buy is letting it go for $20 off on Cyber Monday.
Roku Smart Soundbar is cheaper than ever for Cyber Monday, but for how long?
In the market for a new soundbar? Consider the Roku Smart Soundbar, which is $30 off at Best Buy for Cyber Monday 2019! It combines upgraded TV audio with a full-fledged streaming platform. If you just scored a basic TV for super cheap on Black Friday, this is a great complement.
Best Buy’s Black Friday deals feature $30 off the Roku Smart Soundbar
Get a new TV for Black Friday? Wish it were smart and had better sound than two tin cans can produce? You could add a Roku stick and a soundbar, but the Roku Smart Soundbar kills both birds with one stone, and a $30 Black Friday discount at Best Buy brings its price down to $150.
Disney+ has a Dolby Atmos problem. Here’s what you need to know
Disney+ might be the latest and greatest streaming service, but it's not without flaws. We've discovered that not all streaming devices that have a Disney+ app are getting the best available Dolby Atmos audio content. Here are the devices that work and those that are having problems.
Roku devices crashing due to Pokémon Sword and Shield: Here’s a temporary fix
Roku device owners recently started reporting crashes, and apparently, the issue is linked to Pokémon Sword and Shield for the Nintendo Switch. Roku said that it is aware of the issue and is working to roll out a permanent fix, but in the meantime, there is a temporary solution to the problem.
Roku app transforms Apple Watch into wearable remote control with voice commands
The Roku app is now available as a free download for the Apple Watch, enabling basic remote control functions on the wearable device's screen. The app also offers a Channel Launcher, voice search and voice command capabilities, and a way to find the Roku remote control in case it gets lost.
Roku bundles Starz and Showtime for $17 per month just ahead of Disney+ launch
With Disney+ about to make our choice for streaming subscription services both better and worse, Roku has put together a discounted deal on Starz and Showtime. If you subscribe via the Roku Channel, you can get both for $17 per month -- a $3 savings. That price is guaranteed for the life of the subscription.
Some Samsung smart TVs won’t be compatible with Netflix starting in December
Netflix subscribers with certain Samsung smart TVs won’t be able to stream their favorite binge-worthy shows on the streaming service beginning December 1. Samsung attributed the removal of Netflix from specific devices to “technical limitations."
Roku OS 9.2: All the new features
Roku OS version 9.2, rolling out to users in October, powers the company’s streaming devices such as the Roku Streaming Stick and Roku Ultra. It has fun new features including brand-new ways to search for your favorite films.
New Roku Ultra, Express streamers are faster and more customizable
Roku's new streaming devices include a faster and more customizable Roku Ultra, plus a slimmed-down Roku Express. And Roku OS 9.2 has some cool upgrades, like the ability to find movies with just a quoted line of dialogue and an improved user interface.
Older smart TVs and Roku devices won’t play Netflix after December 1
If you're the owner of one of Roku's first-generation devices or an older smart TV, you might be losing access to Netflix content on December 1. That's due to a technical problem that prevents these players from getting the latest version of the Netflix channel. Here's how to know if you're affected.
New Roku Streaming Stick+ adds a mute button, cuts price to just $50
Roku has quietly dropped the price on its popular Streaming Stick+ 4K HDR streaming device to just $50 -- the same price as its biggest competitor, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K. The move comes as Roku revamps its lineup of devices and becomes the first non-Apple streaming platform to get the Apple TV app.
Apple TV app now available on select Roku devices, Apple TV+ coming November 1
The Apple TV app is now available for Roku users to download and add to their media streamers. Though not supported by all of Roku's devices -- some as recent as 2016 will not access Apple TV -- the announcement is nonetheless an important step as it also includes access to Apple TV+, Apple's subscription service.
Shades of Big Brother? Study finds smart TVs are keeping tabs on us
Turns out that our televisions may be watching us, too. A study by Princeton University found that internet-connected TVs have data trackers that collect things such as your location, what type of device you have, Wi-Fi network, and advertising ID. Another study shows that this isn't uncommon.
Walmart-exclusive Roku soundbar and sub put price before performance
The new Roku Smart Soundbar and Wireless Subwoofer are great ways to add streaming smarts and better audio quality to any TV setup, but at $180 each, they're still not affordable for everyone. Walmart's exclusive versions of these products fix that, but the performance and features have taken a hit.