Roku

Roku ($ROKU) is a developer of smart television operating systems and a manufacturer of streaming television devices. It also operates a free, ad-supported streaming service called the Roku Channel. The company is based in Northern California.

Amazon Prime Video to remain on Roku under new deal

Amazon Prime Video will remain available to new and existing Roku users under a new carriage deal struck between the companies this week.

April 4, 2022

Roku debuts refreshed devices with rechargeable remote

Roku has released two new versions of its popular Streaming Stick Plus and Ultra devices.

September 20, 2021

Roku brings Spectrum app back under new agreement with Charter

A long carriage dispute Roku and Charter/Spectrum finally ended this week.

August 17, 2021

HBO Max team working on new app experience

Developers at AT&T are working on a new HBO Max app that will fix common bugs and glitches associated with the app, according to a report.

August 12, 2021

Roku ends quarter with more than 55 million customers

Roku says it now has more than 55 million active users on its smart TV platform.

August 5, 2021

New Sling TV interface lands on some Roku devices

Dish Network's streaming TV service Sling TV is rolling out a new look-and-feel for users of Roku Ultra devices.

July 21, 2021

Roku replaces Sling button on remote with Apple TV Plus

Roku has quietly changed a preset button on its streaming hardware remote controls, bumping Dish Network's Sling TV in favor of Apple TV Plus.

June 30, 2021

Comcast CEO weighed idea of acquiring Roku

Comcast's CEO considered acquiring Roku as part of a streaming TV growth strategy, according to a report.

June 23, 2021

Costco offers deal on two premium Roku streamers

Warehouse retailer Costco is giving streamers two big reasons to upgrade their aging Roku devices or who are looking to add more Roku boxes to TVs in their homes.

June 8, 2021