Tag: Roku
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Food Network Kitchen is Now Available on Roku
Great news for foodies – Food Network Kitchen is launching on the Roku platform per an announcement from Discovery, Inc. The channel is a one-of-a-kind experience geared toward home chefs everywhere with special on-demand cooking classes, recipes, as well as direct access to Food Network experts, and more. Roku customers can now access all that…
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Weekend Wrap-Up: Roku’s Big News, More Apple TV Rumors, and More
This week, we learned all about Roku’s spring 2021 plans, including new hardware and updated software. Elsewhere, Netflix is trying out a new Kids profile look; Plex has big plans for content aggregation, and Google Play Movies & TV is shutting down on several major smart TV platforms. Here’s what happened in the world of…
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Here Are All The Roku Devices Slated to Get the Roku OS 10 Software Upgrade
(Editor’s note: Updated our list to include more information about supported Roku TVs) Earlier this week, Roku officially announced the latest version of its operating system, an update the company is calling Roku OS 10. And while we’ve covered the included new features in earlier posts and videos, many have been wondering which specific streaming…
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Roku’s Spring 2021 Hardware Lineup Includes Express 4K+, Voice Remote Pro, Streambar Pro
In addition to its latest operating system update, OS 10, Roku also announced the newest additions to its hardware lineup. The company’s spring 2021 offerings include a 4K-capable Express model, a souped-up remote control and more. Here’s an initial look at what Roku’s got in store for the next few months. Roku Express 4K+ The…
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Roku is Rolling Out an OS 10 Update with Virtual Surround Sound, Customized Live Channel Guide & More
Roku announced today that Roku OS 10 has started rolling out to devices, including streaming devices, audio products, and Roku TVs. With the OS update, Roku users will find new ways to customize their viewing experience, connect to gaming consoles more easily, and overall improved performance. “The Roku OS adds new choices, more value and…
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March Madness Streaming Up 88% According to Roku
After last year’s cancelation, the 2021 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament made a triumphant return via TV streaming. Through data provided by Roku for this year’s Sweet 16 and Elite Eight, nearly 6 out of 10 traditional linear TV viewers (59%) did not return to watch the tournament via traditional TV, while TV streaming rose by…
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The Roku Channel is Adding Content to the Kids & Family Section
The Roku Channel has a section dedicated to Kids & Family content, with programming available for free and more offered through premium subscriptions. This week, The Roku Channel is adding more content to the section, including some of the most popular kids’ titles, for viewers in the US and the UK. Here’s what’s new on…
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Roku Brings in Funny or Die Team for New Advertising Studio
Roku announced today the launch of a new advertising brand studio to create branded content experiences. Roku has partnered with Funny or Die and will bring several of the company’s branded content team members over for the launch. Those joining Roku from Funny or Die include executives Chris Buss and Brian Toombs, along with former…
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Younger Households are More Likely to Stream Live Events Than Watch on Traditional TV
Awards season is in full force with the Golden Globes behind us and the Grammys wrapping up last Sunday. Oscar Nominations are in and the live event is scheduled for later in April. However, this year’s shows have seen a bit of a decline in viewership. It’s possible a virtually-hosted live show just doesn’t carry…
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Weekend Wrap-Up: Netflix Tests Ways to Thwart Password Sharing and More
This week, we saw Netflix trying out ways to reduce password sharing, fuboTV testing new plans, and Roku getting into the exclusive content game. Elsewhere, we learned more about parental controls on Google TV and Disney announced a new deal with the NHL. Here’s what happened in the world of cord cutting and streaming. Breaking…