The Roku Channel
The Roku Channel is a free, ad-supported streaming service operated by electronics maker Roku. The app is available on all modern Roku devices, as well as on Amazon’s line of Fire TV streaming gadgets. The app is available in the United States and Mexico.
The Roku Channels adds Apple TV to streaming marketplace
The integration includes Apple’s live sports slate, timed with the new Formula 1 season, which streams exclusively on Apple TV in the U.S.
Nielsen: NFL games boost Netflix, Prime Video viewing on Christmas Day
Live sports and holiday movie programming drove record-breaking viewership to television during the December measurement month.
Nielsen: Streaming chips away at broadcast lead during Christmas month
Streaming platforms continued to chip away at broadcast and cable television's lead in terms of time spent with TV platforms during December.
THE GAUGE
Roku wants to help eliminate streaming sports confusion
As sports moves across different channels and apps, Roku sees an opportunity to help fans find the games they want.
Roku grabs $1.21 billion during Q3, posts first profitable quarter since 2021
Roku posted its first profit since 2021 as ad sales and streaming growth boost platform revenue and lift full-year outlook.
EARNINGS REPORT
Roku unveils first native smart projector built by Aurzen
Roku has expanded beyond televisions and streaming boxes with the release of its first-ever smart projector for the U.S. market.
Frndly TV becomes default app on new Roku devices
Frndly TV now comes pre-installed on new Roku devices and is integrated into Roku's Live TV guide, boosting its visibility to users.
Swerve Sports, dedicated to women’s sports, launches on free streaming platforms
Swerve TV has launched a new free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel focused exclusively on women’s sports.
Rich Eisen Show to debut on ESPN platforms in September
ESPN will become the new home of "The Rich Eisen Show" on broadcast radio and streaming TV platforms in September.
Nielsen: Streaming platforms surpass traditional TV in May
Streaming video platforms surpassed the collective efforts of broadcast and cable television channels as the most-used medium for watching TV in May.
Nielsen: Linear TV continues dominance in April
Traditional linear TV continued to dominate over streaming, with news and sports boosting broadcast and cable TV platforms.
The Roku Channel adds FAST streams from Formula 1, One Championship
The new channels appear to be part of Roku's ongoing mission to beef up its FAST platform with sports content.