What to Expect from Roku in 2015

Roku is one of the most popular streaming services around. Basically, it is a small stick device that you plug into your TV. You can then watch different shows from internet services, such as Hulu Plus. One of the biggest flaws with the Roku device is that you can’t use your TV remote to operate it. This leaves you trying to juggle two remotes at once. Fortunately, there have been some TV models in 2014 that had Roku built right in, making it accessible with your regular remote. Even better — in 2015, Roku will be built into even more TV models!

This is an exciting revelation because the brands will be affordable. This means that you won’t have to invest thousands of dollars into a TV just to have the Roku. The TVs will be geared more toward the regular folks just like yourself that need and want access to streaming services. TCL televisions currently offer 4 models with Roku. That number will increase to 12 models, giving you a much larger selection. You will also see Roku in Insignia and Haier televisions, providing you with even more shopping power.

With the addition of Roku to more TV models, and with the wide availability of the Roku streaming stick, there will be little reason why a household isn’t streaming in 2015. So, if you have been waiting for an affordable TV to stream from the comfort of one remote, you will soon have it. To learn more about the latest TV models available, and to find out which one might be right for you, contact us at Replacement Remotes.

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Streaming on a Budget: The Roku LT

Who would think such small purple boxes and their remotes could take the country by storm? The Roku box sure did. This small device is one of the most popular streaming media devices that there is. It offers more apps than Apple TV and costs just half the price, which makes the Roku LT very appealing.

Roku offers 1,000 channels, including the very popular Netflix, Vudu, HBO Go, Amazon, Hulu, and several sports options. Video output is limited to 720p, but it’s hard to notice. The Roku LT is a small streaming player and is very purple. However, given its size, no one is likely to notice it on the entertainment center.

The factory remote is small, but handy. It has few buttons, but what buttons are there really complement the device. It offers a home and back button at the top, a directional pad, playback buttons, and four dedicated channel buttons. The direct access to Netflix and Amazon Instant are very nice to have.

Pros:

  • 1,000 supported channels
  • Cross-platform search
  • Great little remote
  • Small footprint
  • Small price

Cons:

  • No YouTube channel
  • Some channels have outdated interfaces
  • 720p streaming content

Bottom Line:

If you want a streaming device for a low price, this one hits all the right marks. It offers more than the Chromecast, and nothing else at the price point can beat it. Even without YouTube, this Roku box is worth every penny. As with any streaming device, many channels/apps require subscriptions. However, this cost pales in comparison to the cost of cable.

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