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Say what you will about Roku in light of its impending takeover by Fox, but its products are a model of simplicity. There’s nothing cryptic about its hardware or software controls, and for the most part, Roku has resisted the temptation to jam its OS full of unnecessary visual flair or recommendations. You can be…

There are few things more terrifying than watching one of your favorite shows on Roku at night and suddenly hearing a disembodied voice coming from your screen. This robotic-sounding entity seems to know your every move, almost as if they’re narrating your life — but not in a fun Stranger Than Fiction kind of way.

Roku is giving its users a chance to try experimental apps before they become part of the wider platform, with a new programme called Roku Labs. Unlike more closed beta schemes, the programme is available to any Roku owner directly from the home screen.

Roku will let users play with experimental apps for its home entertainment platform through a new program called Roku Labs. The program is launching with four in-development apps, and unlike other beta programs like Xbox Insider, it can be accessed by any Roku owner through a new Roku Labs tile directly on the Roku home…

Roku is rolling out a collection of updates, including a wider release of its homescreen redesign, new “Labs” features, and the ability to bundle streaming service subscriptions to save money.

If you’re a Roku user, you’re getting a new way to save money on streaming and a new way to help influence the design of new Roku apps and features. 

Roku is turning your TV into its own testing grounds. On Thursday, the connected TV device maker unveiled the latest update to Roku OS, which introduces a new experience called Roku Labs that allows U.S. customers to access experimental apps made by the company.

The Roku line of streaming devices has a lot of features that aren’t necessarily obvious. Some can be incredibly useful, like built-in Bluetooth support for night owls, while others may not be everyone’s cup of tea, like the recently added AI slop Roku channel. There’s one function in particular that might be cutting your time…

The Justice Department sent Fox and Roku what’s known as a “second request” on Tuesday, asking the companies to turn over more data and documents as it takes a closer look at the deal. That’s a fairly standard step in a major antitrust review, but it also means the DOJ has more questions than it…

If you’ve ever watched an AI-generated clip on your phone and wished it came with an actual TV channel, Fairground has you covered. Fairground AI Creator TV takes films made with generative AI and packages them into a free, ad-supported channel available through Roku and other platforms. Fairground says its programming features come from more…