Tag Archives: software update

Rolling out the new Roku interface

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Tom Markworth

When we launched the Roku 3 in March, we also announced an entirely new Roku interface. The new experience has gotten rave reviews for its intuitive layout, quick reflexes, built-in search tool, redesigned Channel Store and home screen themes. We think you’ll … Continue reading →

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Software update for Roku 3

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Tom Markworth

We’re always working to improve the Roku experience, and today we’ve released the very first software update for Roku 3. The update—version 5.0, build 7070—includes the following fixes: Added a progress dialog during the download of a home screen theme Added … Continue reading →

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Play on Roku mobile feature updated

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Tom Markworth

The ultimate Roku command center just got a little bit better. Today, we released version 2.1 of our iOS and Android apps. In version 2.0 of our apps, we introduced Play on Roku, which enables users to stream music and … Continue reading →

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Updates for Roku 2, Roku LT and new Roku HD

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Tom Markworth

As always, the Roku team has been hard at work improving the streaming experience on the Roku platform. In that spirit, we’ve released Roku software 4.9 build 5060 for Roku 2, Roku LT and new Roku HD players. For users, we … Continue reading →

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Minor update for Roku 2, Roku LT and new Roku HD

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Tom Markworth

Today, we’ve released a minor software update for Roku 2, Roku LT and new Roku HD players. Our goals with this release are to get your player ready for some upcoming channels and to fix a number of small issues. Here’s … Continue reading →

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New software update for Roku 2, Roku LT and new Roku HD

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Tom Markworth

Today, we’re rolling out a free software update—Roku software 4.8 for Roku 2, Roku LT and new Roku HD players. Like most of our software updates, this release is a combination of improvements, bug fixes, and new features for the … Continue reading →

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Minor update for original Roku players released

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Tom Markworth

Today, we released a minor update for original Roku players. Roku software version 3.1 build 1017 includes the following fixes: Fixed issues that can cause freezes and crashes in Hulu Plus Improved SSDP device discover support used by mobile applications, … Continue reading →

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Update available for Roku 2, Roku LT and new Roku HD

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Tom Markworth

The team here at Roku has been hard at work on another software update for Roku 2, Roku LT and new Roku HD players. Rolling out today, Roku software version 4.7 contains several “under the hood” improvements and fixes: Added … Continue reading →

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Spring Software Update for Roku 2 and Roku LT

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Tom Markworth

Update: The 4.6 firmware rollout has been resumed as of 4/23. Thanks for your patience! Today, we are rolling out 4.6, our latest free software update for Roku 2 and Roku LT players. In addition to performance and stability improvements, … Continue reading →

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New software release 4.3 for Roku 2 and Roku LT players

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Tom Markworth

Just in time for a rainy, perfect-for-streaming weekend, we bring you a fresh software update for Roku 2 and Roku LT players. Most of the updates center around a better Netflix experience and improved app discovery. Read on for the … Continue reading →

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