Tag: Roku
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Roku Adds 15 New Live Channels Free on Roku TVs & Roku Players Include Live PD & Alaska State Troopers
The Roku Channel has expanded its free streaming lineup with the addition of 15 new channels now available at no cost to owners of Roku TVs and Roku Players. This latest update delivers fresh entertainment options across genres, giving users instant access to reality programming, creative arts, family-friendly content, sports highlights, breaking news, science education,…
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Another Cable TV Network is Shutting Down its App on Roku, Fire TV, Google TV, & Apple TV This Month
Fox Corporation is preparing to discontinue its standalone Fox Sports application on several leading connected television platforms, marking another step in the ongoing evolution of media delivery for sports content. The shutdown will impact users on Roku devices, Amazon Fire TV sticks and televisions, Google TV systems, and Apple TV hardware, with the change taking…
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Roku’s New Home Screen Won’t Let You Go Back To The Old Version on Roku TVs & Roku Players, Over 10 Cable TV Channels Shutting Down, & More – The Top Cord Cutting Stories From The Past Week
The cord-cutting movement continues to reshape the entertainment industry, with major players adapting to declining cable subscriptions and growing demand for flexible streaming options. This past week brought several significant updates that underscore the accelerating transition away from traditional pay television toward more affordable and user-centric digital experiences. From hardware innovations at Roku to widespread…
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This $19.99 Roku Camera Turns Any Room Into a Budget-Friendly Smart Security Setup
Adding a little peace of mind to your home just got a lot cheaper. For a limited time, you can get the Roku Indoor Camera for $19.99, 33% off the $29.99 list price on Amazon, making it one of the more affordable ways to add basic home monitoring to a streaming-focused setup. Why the Roku…
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Roku and TCL Hit with Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Defective Roku TV Software Updates That Brick Smart Televisions
A federal class action lawsuit accuses electronics giants Roku Inc. and TCL North America of marketing and selling smart televisions that stop working properly after receiving automatic software updates. The complaint, filed on behalf of affected consumers across the country, claims that these updates have turned otherwise functional devices into expensive paperweights by causing repeated…
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Roku is Adding a New Cloud DVR Service For Streaming – Here is Everything We Know
Roku has launched its first cloud-based digital video recorder features, marking a significant step forward for live television viewing on its streaming platform. The new capabilities, introduced on April 28, 2026, are available exclusively to customers in the United States who subscribe to Peacock Premium Plus directly through The Roku Channel. This update integrates the…
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Roku Confirms Its New Home Screen Will NOT Be Optional When It Launches To All Roku TV & Roku Player Owners, & Everyone Will Be Forced To Use It
Update: Roku reached out to Cord Cutters News to say that Roku’s new Homescreen will NOT be optional. The current option for Roku owners who are in the beta of the new home screen that lets them switch back to the old home screen will be going away. All Roku owners will be forced to…
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Roku Now Has 10s of Millions of Subscriptions Through The Roku Channel From Places Like HBO Max & Paramount+
The Roku Channel has emerged as a powerhouse in the streaming industry, now managing tens of millions of subscriptions to a wide array of premium services including Peacock, Max, and others. This subscription management feature has transformed into one of the company’s most significant profit drivers. Every time a user signs up for a service…
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Roku Net Revenue Tops $1.25 Billion, But Revenue From The Sale of Roku TVs & Roku Players Fell As Subscriptions & Advertising Jumps
Roku Inc. reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, reflecting continued expansion in its streaming platform business alongside a decline in device sales. The company, which operates a leading streaming platform connecting users to entertainment options through its operating system and The Roku Channel, posted total net revenue of $1.25 billion for…
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Your Local ABC, CBS, FOX, or NBC Station May Have to Give Up Their Free OTA TV Channel & Move – Roku Adds 22 New Channels, & More – The Top Cord Cutting Stories From April 2026
April 2026 stood out as a pivotal month in the cord cutting movement, with developments that accelerated the shift from traditional cable and satellite television toward streaming platforms, free over-the-air options, and digital-first delivery methods. Consumers seeking to eliminate expensive monthly bills encountered both opportunities for expanded free content and new uncertainties around legacy broadcast…