Category Archives: Roku News

Introducing Roku 3 [VIDEO]

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Jim

It’s a great day for TV lovers. Today, we’re excited to introduce the new, fully loaded Roku 3 – our fastest, most powerful streaming player to-date. From an intuitive new interface to an enhanced remote with built-in headphone jack for … Continue reading →

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TWC TV launches on Roku

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Kacie

In January, we announced that Time Warner Cable, the second largest cable company in the U.S., would bring its authenticated cable service, TWC TV, to Roku. We were very excited to be selected as the first connected TV device to … Continue reading →

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Blockbuster On Demand launches on Roku

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Tom Markworth

Attention, movie lovers! We’re excited to announce that Blockbuster On Demand is now available on Roku. The Blockbuster On Demand channel offers rentals for thousands of movie titles, including recent releases and classic favorites. You can browse by new releases, … Continue reading →

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New releases and recommendations for February 15

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Kacie

Valentine’s Day went by too fast, but we’ve got everything you need to make this a cozy Valentine’s weekend. Cuddle up with your sweetie, fight over share the leftover chocolates and enjoy our lineup of new releases. Happy streaming! Amazon … Continue reading →

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Roku named one of the world’s 50 Most Innovative Companies

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Kacie

Fast Company Magazine’s annual list of the world’s Top 50 Most Innovative Companies is out today, and we’re proud to be listed as one of the top ranking companies! Roku® is slated at #42, and credited for leading the evolution of … Continue reading →

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Roku Review: House of Cards

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Eric

Hi, I’m Eric Lachter, Roku Marketing Director and Lover of Great Shows and Movies. This week I watched ‘House of Cards,’ a brand new Netflix original series, on my Roku. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but David Fincher (Fight Club) delivers a … Continue reading →

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New releases and recommendations for February 4

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Kacie

Friday may seem far away, but we’ve got a piping hot batch of new releases to take your mind off the week ahead. Whether you’re in the mood for epic rock ‘n’ roll, thrilling political drama, or comic relief, you’ll find … Continue reading →

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New releases and recommendations for January 28

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Kacie

There’s no cure for Monday, but Roku can help. Put your feet up and ease into the week with our lineup of new releases – we’ve got everything you need to stream your cares away. Amazon Instant Video New Releases: … Continue reading →

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Roku mobile app tops one million downloads

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Tom Markworth

Today, we are excited to share that the Roku mobile app, available on both Android and iOS, has surpassed one million downloads! Our users have provided overwhelmingly positive feedback on the app. It currently maintains a 4.6 star rating (out … Continue reading →

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New releases and recommendations for Jan 18

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Kacie

This year, we resolve to make relaxation a priority. Even when our days are packed with meetings, errands, and dirty dishes. Even when to-do lists are calling and we don’t have a moment to spare. Join us and make some … Continue reading →

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