Tag: Roku
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Roku Transforms Beloved Roku City Screensaver into Winter Olympics Wonderland
In a timely nod to the ongoing Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, Roku has rolled out a significant update to its popular Roku City screensaver, replacing its signature movie Easter eggs with thematic references to the global sporting event. The change, which debuted on February 6, 2026, coincides with the opening ceremonies in Italy and…
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Roku Faces a Class Action Lawsuit, Paramount Shuts Down One of Its TV Networks, & More – The Top Cord Cutting Stories of The Past Week
In the ever-evolving world of cord-cutting, where consumers increasingly ditch traditional cable for more flexible and affordable options, the past week has brought a flurry of significant updates. From legal battles over streaming hardware to abrupt network closures and infrastructure upgrades, these stories highlight the industry’s turbulence as it adapts to shifting viewer habits. Millions…
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Big Changes Are Coming to Roku TVs & Roku Players
Roku is advancing its home screen customization options with ongoing testing of features designed to better accommodate the increasing popularity of larger television screens. The company has begun experimenting with a new layout that allows up to five app icons per row, expanding beyond the current standard configurations of three or four icons per row.…
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Roku is Testing a New Home Screen With A New Look
In a move aimed at enhancing user engagement and streamlining access to its core offerings, Roku has begun testing a refreshed home screen interface on select devices. The update, spotted by early adopters in recent software betas, introduces notable changes under the “Picked for You” tab, where personalized recommendations typically appear. This section now features…
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Roku Adds 9 New Free Channels to Roku TVs & Roku Players
Roku has expanded its content offerings by introducing nine new channels to its ecosystem. This update, rolling out immediately to Roku TVs and Roku players, underscores the company’s commitment to providing diverse, free ad-supported programming. Users can now access these additions through the Roku Channel app, which serves as a central hub for thousands of…
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Roku Launches a Winter Olympics Hub
Roku has partnered with NBCUniversal for a unique viewing experience for the Winter Olympics on February 6 – 22. With the partnership, Roku users will be able to easily search for and watch live events, key highlights, and trending clips from the games. And, for the first time, users will be able to set reminders…
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Roku Faces a Class Action Lawsuit over Its Roku TVs
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…
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Roku’s Major Update, YouTube TV’s Improved DVR, & Another Cable TV Network is In Trouble – The Top Cord Cutting Stories From The Past Week
The past week has been a busy week in the world of cord-cutting, including Roku’s big update, YouTube TV’s new DVR, and another cable TV network is in trouble. Here are the top stories from the past week. Roku has introduced meaningful enhancements to its platform, starting with an update to the home screen that…
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The Roku 15.1 Update is Here & Here is Everything New
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,…
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40 and Fabulous: The Movies That Made January 1986
January 1986 brought a wave of iconic cinema to theaters, from teen angst and neurotic family dramas to immortal warriors and crime scene magic. Now, 40 years later, these classics are worth another watch – even if it’s just for the ‘member that feelings. Whether to relive your VHS-era youth or finally understand what all…