Category: Roku

Roku Inc., a leading provider of streaming devices and smart televisions, is currently under investigation for a potential class action lawsuit concerning defects in its Roku TVs, including models produced in collaboration with TCL Electronics. The probe centers on reports of screen malfunctions that have left numerous consumers with inoperable devices, prompting questions about product…

Roku has begun deploying its latest software enhancement, known as OS 15.1, across its lineup of televisions and streaming players, introducing a series of improvements designed to refine the user experience and support developers in creating more efficient applications. This update focuses on subtle yet impactful changes that address common pain points in video playback,…

Roku has long maintained a habit of introducing new elements to its home screen, often without much regard for users who prefer a streamlined, personalized interface. Now, Roku has launched a new homescreen feature in the menus, labeled “Subscriptions,” which now appears on the home screen. It intelligently aggregates and displays the last programs you…

Roku has rolled out an update to its operating system that brings several improvements aimed at helping developers create better streaming apps for Roku devices. Known as Roku OS 15.1, this version focuses on tools that make app performance smoother, video playback more precise, and development processes more efficient. One major enhancement involves how videos…

Roku has made it simpler for owners of its popular Streaming Stick devices to obtain a complimentary HDMI extender. Unlike many competing streaming players that bundle such accessories directly in the packaging, Roku opts for an on-demand approach, allowing customers to request the extender only when needed. This strategy not only reduces unnecessary waste but…

Roku has introduced an innovative feature that integrates localized weather updates directly into viewing experiences on the Roku Channel and compatible Roku TVs and Roku Players. This new approach delivers short, personalized weather segments during ad breaks when users stream content on the free, ad-supported Roku Channel. These segments feature current local conditions, short-term forecasts,…

Roku continues to refine its streaming platform with the ongoing expansion of the Instant Resume feature, a capability that allows users to seamlessly return to their exact spot in content when reopening supported apps. This functionality, which has been gradually rolling out to more channels and devices, eliminates the need to manually navigate back to…

A widespread software glitch affecting Roku’s voice search feature has left thousands of users unable to watch content without constant interruptions, turning what should be a seamless streaming experience into a cycle of repeated searches and restarts if they use the voice search. The problem, which began surfacing in large numbers over the past week,…