What’s New In Roku New Hardware And Its OS 8?

One year ago, Roku had added three streaming devices namely Roku Express, Roku ultra, and Roku premiere. At that time, its sale was totally swept by its rival company Google Chromecast due to its low-cost streaming device available with same features and functionalities. Now, Company has launched new hardware along with refreshed OS 8 in it. Now, we are going to discuss the same in this post.

If you are planning to buy Roku streaming device, then do read this post or go to Roku com link to stay updated.

What’s new in hardware?

Roku has added a lot to its new hardware. Earlier if you want to purchase Roku express, then you need to spend $29 and if Express+, then $39 and the main feature that you were getting in it was the support for 1080p playback. In mid-range products, Roku Premiere and Premiere+ was the only option. Yes, if you want to purchase the high-end product, then Roku ultra was the only option and you need to spend $129 for it. It employs Dolby digital sound and voice remote feature.

Now the company has totally changed the lineup and made the mid-range products smarter and powerful. Every model is upgraded now. You will find some new features in every model of Roku media streaming player. The complete list of Roku update is also available on www Roku com support link.

1.   Roku express and express+: Though the price of both these models remains unchanged Roku has added some new functionalities to it. Roku Express supports HDMI connection whereas Roku Express+ supports HDMI as well as A/V. None of these support voice remote feature.

2.     Roku streaming stick: This is the replacement for Roku Premiere and costs $49. It has a quad-core processor with MIMO wireless AC dual band. You will get voice remote with it. The video resolution which it supports is 1080p.

3.    Roku streaming stick +: This is just a competitor of Google Chromecast ultra. It supports 4K and HDR videos. If we talk about its wireless range, then it is 4 times the normal streaming stick.

4.      Roku ultra: You can get this device as low as for $99 only which was earlier sold for $129. It has all the features and functions which are available on the Streaming stick +. Apart from this, there is an Ethernet port and microSD slot. If you love to listen to music privately, then there is a headphone jack on the remote.

So, if you want to order any of the products, then you can order them on Walmart, Amazon and another online retailer.

What’s new in OS 8?

Roku has released the new OS version 8 for all its devices. You will find this update on Roku account setup page or on the update page. This update is mainly released with the view to provide support for over the air transmission. You can broadcast the content with the help of antenna. Apart from this, there is a new Roku search feature included in ‘over the air’ content.

Voice control is another highlighting feature of this update. You can use your voice inputs to control the switch input, local broadcast channel and streaming app. Besides this, you can install the Roku app on android, IOS platform. This will act as a voice remote.

Like Apple TV, Roku has also started single sign-in feature. With this, you don’t need to sign-in to the account again and again. Your cable provider credentials will be used every time to access the content from the Roku app. It has also changed the Roku4 Spotlight channel to make search easier on Roku device.

What Are The Steps To Activate Roku Box?

Every device needs to be activated at its initial stage same way we need to activate the Roku to start streaming. So today we have the step by step procedure to activate Roku.

Whenever we bring a new Roku box, the first thing that comes to mind is that how to get started to make it work. Roku is a digital media player set top box that provides a less expensive way to watch TV whereas a regular television connection costs a lot more. It works with the help of internet. So to use Roku, you first need to create a Roku account and then start streaming by connecting to the Internet. Before starting the Roku activation, you need to make sure that Roku is properly connecting to an internet network and any output video device may be a computer, laptop, television, etc. Just go through the following procedure to make the connections. 

          

Steps to connect Roku to an output video device.

1.      Connect the audio and video wires. The component cable is used for video, and the composite wire is used for audio.

2.      Insert the one end of Component cable to the video port of the output media device i.e. computer or television and insert the other end to the video port of Roku box

3.      Insert the one end of the composite wire to the audio port of the output media device i.e. computer or television and insert the other end to the audio port of Roku box.

Steps to do the network settings.

1.      First of all, decide whether you want to get a hard wired Internet connection or a wireless internet connection.

2.      For a wired connection, plug in one side of the Ethernet cable to the Internet port provided on Roku and put the other end into one of the open network port on your router.

3.      For a wireless connection, you will have to verify your internet network username and the passkey to get connected to your internet network.

Now, when we have completed the setup procedure, we will now proceed towards the main steps for activating the Roku.

Steps for activating Roku are as follows:

1.     

Now as you are done with the initial setup, you might find a unique code for activation and a popup activation window on your video output device.

2.      Click on that popup window. It will direct you to the activation process. The popup window will ask you to visit the official website of Roku i.e. www.roku.com for activation. Also, visit www Roku Com Link for more activation procedures for Roku devices.

3.      When you open the site, it will ask you to enter the unique code for activation that you received on you output screen. So enter that code and press “Enter.”

4.      If in case that unique code is rejected then take up your Roku remote control pointing it towards your output screen and press “help” from help menu you can ask for generating a new unique activation code. After getting the new Unique Code use it for activation. Note that every unique Code has a life cycle which consists of a short period. So it’s recommended to use the Code just within one minute of its generation.

5.      Once you are done with the acceptance of that unique code for activation, you now need to decide the mode of making a payment that you would prefer i.e. credit or debit card.

6.      You would now be asked to enter a valid preferred card number. So enter a valid card number.

7.      After this, you need to provide some of your Personal details like your full name, address, country you live in and your mobile no. So fill all these fields and press “Continue” to proceed further. Note if you don’t want to share your Personal details you can click on “skip” button to move to next phase.

8.      Now you are directed to a window where you have a list of channels. Select multiple channels that you would like to watch through the Roku box. After you have selected the channels, press “Continue” button.

Now you can start streaming the content using your Roku box. For more help related to Roku, please visit www Roku Com Support and get the detailed troubleshooting steps for all Roku problems.

Tips for Improving Wireless Connection to Your Roku

For streaming your favorite content through your Roku device, you need to connect it to a wireless network. If your network is not good, then content that you will stream will also not be good. Reda the article and get some tips for improving the network connection.

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You can stream the content of your choice with the help of your Roku streaming devices. These devices work with the help of network connection. You need a good connection from your router for good streaming. If you are experiencing some connection issues or unable to connect to your network, then follow these steps or you can take help from our experts at Roku Com Link:

Checking Signal Strength

You can get the information about the signals that your device is receiving on your Roku device. For this:

·         Go to Settings and then Network.

·         If your device is not connected, then select the option of Set up new wireless connection.

·         If you are unable to see the name of your network, then your device may too far from the router. Change the position of your device and select the option of Set up new wireless connection.

·         When the device will be connected to the network, the signal strength will be shown on the screen as poor, Fair, Good, or Excellent.

Having Connection or Playback Issues Despite Having Full Signals

Your wireless network is having excellent signal strength and still Roku Not Connecting issue continues then follow these steps:

·         Check for the interference that stops the signals like cordless phones, wireless devices or microwave ovens. These objects if are near the router will disturb the signals.

·         Check whether your internet provider is currently experiencing some issues along with the internet package that you are using.

·         Reduce the usage of other devices that are currently connected to the network.

Issues Despite following Above Steps with fair or Poor Signals

Despite following the above steps, you are still experiencing the issue of RokuNot Working, then try these steps:

·         Try to move your router and Roku device closer.

·         You can try to move the Roku device to check whether the issue is related to weak signals.

·         Try to re-orient the antennas of router.

·         Try to move your router and Roku device at a higher place.

·         If either of them is in a cabinet. Then take them out.

·         If TV is in between both, then try to move them to know whether TV is not the disturbing element.

·         If you are using Roku streaming stick, then try to move it away from your TV.

·         You can also take help from www Support Roku Com.

Some Additional Tips

·         Buy a new router that provides strong signals and has more reliable software.

·         There are some advanced options also that can be tried like range extenders, powerline extenders, or mesh network routers for increasing the coverage of your network.

·         If your Roku has Ethernet jack, then Ethernet can be temporarily solution to confirm whether the wireless network is the real culprit or not.

·         If you have Roku player, then move It to that TV which is closer to router.

Resolving P6 Error on your Roku device

It is really annoying as it interrupts your entertainment as well as utilizes your precious time and efforts. This issue can be resolved by following some simple tips that will help you in fixing the issue in just couple of time. In case you are not capable of dealing with the issue, you can get in touch with the support team by visiting the official website at www support Roku com. Make sure that you have your device ready to get an instant resolution of the issue. 

Here are some of the tips that will help you in resolving the issue:

The issue can be easily fixed without undergoing factory reset. You will find various tutorials in which resetting your device to the factory settings is the only option for resolving this error. In case you are about to reset the device, have a look at some of these tips which worked for many users. 

1.       Firstly, you need to go to the home screen of your Roku device. Here you have to press 3x, Up 2x, Right, Left, Right, Left and Right buttons quickly. This can be only done by using your remote controller of the device. Make sure that you press the buttons in the exact order as it is provided here otherwise there will be no action and you have to perform it again. You may see certain option available on the screen while you are pressing the buttons but you have to ignore it and keep the process going on until all the buttons are pressed in order. 

2.       Now, you have to press “Ok” button in order to enable the installer and to restart it. After that you have to enable developer mode and in that mode you will be asked for a password. For complete information about this step you can visit the website and click on Set up Roku account. Here you can get each and every detail about the process. 

3.       Once you have clicked on the password option, you have to create a new password for the device. You have to wait a little after entering the password in order to take your device to developer mode.

4.       After that, when you see Roku device back to the normal home screen, you need to repeat the step 1 for entering into developer mode and you will now be able to see developer settings screen.

5.       After the entire procedure, you have to press “Ok” button to disable the installer and to take your device out of the developer mode. In case you find it difficult for you to perform these tasks, it is better to seek for an expert help in the matter. Click on the Roku link code to get connected with the support team for further assistance for the issue.

Once the process is completed, you will have to check that whether your device is functioning properly or not. For this, open the TWC application and check that if it is working smoothly or not. In case you see a purple screen, you need not worry. This is a small issue and it can be fixed in just a couple of minutes. Just unplug the device from power and HDMI port and then again plug it. You will now able to enjoy seamless pleasure of entertainment with Roku. For help, please visit Roku Com.

Roku TV Now Comes With An Exclusive Feature Called ‘Pause Live TV’

This is an exclusive feature of Roku and will only be available on Roku TV and not on the set-top boxes. Also, Roku TVs that are manufactured by Sharp, TCL and other companies are also updated with a new version of Roku OS, i.e., OS version 7.5. If you are using Roku TV and got an antenna in the TV, then it is possible for you to pause whatever you are watching for approximately one and a half hour. The only thing that you’ll be requiring to use this feature is a flash drive. The minimum storage capacity of the pen drive should be 16GB. Plug in the pen drive and store the content that you wanted to watch, but due to some work, you were not able to. This feature is quite simple to use and provides people with convenience to watch their favorite digital content at will. You don’t have to suffer from the interruptions caused to you at the time of watching your favorite games or movies. If this feature is not working in your Roku device, then you must log onto www Support Roku com.

There is a new feature that has come with the new OS version. Now, you can access private listening feature on your Roku TV using your smartphone. There is no need to use Roku remote anymore. If you are using Roku player, then you can use private listening by plugging 3.5 headphone jack on the remote control. But, you have to check whether your Roku TV is shipped with such features. In a recent move, the company has decided to update all the TVs that are running on its operating system. With this move, you will be able to listen to programmes by using Roku app on your smartphone. This feature only supports streaming content because there are many hurdles when trying to do the same with live TV. Find more information about this feature at Roku com link.

If you are using a regular set-top box, then there is no need to worry, as Roku OS 7.5 allows you and your friends to use ‘Play on Roku’ feature at the same time. The company is also bringing screen mirroring to its other models. When it comes to Roku remote, the company has given physical volume buttons with which the loudness of the TV can be adjusted over HDMI CEC.

One of the highlighting features of the company is that it continues to update those models, which are no longer available on the market with new features and functionality. This shows that the company is very professional when it comes to its functioning. If you want to know more about the features that have recently been added in Roku, then log onto Roku com. You can get all the details pertaining to these new features.

Like I have mentioned above that Roku has got millions and millions of digital content, which all Roku users can access. But, users will have to set up Roku account in order to access such a huge amount of digital content.

Another great thing about Roku is that it is quite easy to setup, so it doesn’t matter if you have the latest version of Roku TV or the oldest version, the setup process remains the same. You will have to enter Roku link code, which you can get on www.Roku.com.