09/20/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/20/2021 05:09
Free Roku Software Update Includes New Live TV Tile for Streaming Players, Voice Control of Netflix and Spotify, Plus Additional Performance Enhancements
SAN JOSE, Calif. - September 20, 2021 - Roku, Inc.(NASDAQ: ROKU) today announced Roku® OS 10.5 will begin rolling out to Roku devices in the coming weeks. Roku OS 10.5 introduces new features putting Live TV front and center for streaming player users, tips on how to get the most out of Roku Voice, new surround sound configurations for audio device owners, more voice control options and updates to Roku mobile app features. Additionally, Roku announced an all-new Roku Streaming Stick 4K and Roku Streaming Stick 4K+ in another announcement today.
'The Roku OS is purpose-built for streaming TV and our laser focus enables us to deliver updates that have an impact and make streaming easier for our wide variety of customers,' said Ilya Asnis, senior vice president of Roku OS at Roku. 'With Roku OS 10.5, consumers who want to use their voice can now access new features and ways to get to content quickly. Live TV lovers have fast access to a one-click guide on all Roku streaming devices. In the Roku mobile app we've made private listening even better and added a Save List, as well as other helpful features. Roku audio device users can build out complete 3.1 or 5.1 surround sound systems for a truly premium audio and streaming experience. We hope everyone enjoys the update and look forward to feedback.'
ROKU OS 10.5 FEATURES:
EASY ACCESS TO CONTENT
SIMPLIFYING SET UP
Additional Roku OS 10.5 features include:
Availability
Roku OS 10.5 will begin rolling out to Roku devices in the coming weeks.
For more information visit Roku.com.
About Roku, Inc.
Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. We connect users to the streaming content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers with unique capabilities to engage consumers. Roku streaming players and TV-related audio devices are available in the U.S. and in select countries through direct retail sales and licensing arrangements with service operators. Roku TV™ models are available in the U.S. and in select countries through licensing arrangements with TV brands. Roku is headquartered in San Jose, Calif. U.S.A.
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