The New Roku Update Is Terrible And Everyone Hates It
Roku's latest update has sparked controversy among users and critics alike.
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The brief
Roku has released a significant update to its Roku TVs and streaming devices. The update includes changes to the home screen and the removal of a major free streaming feature that had been available for a decade. Coverage emphasizes the mixed reactions to the update.
Cord Cutters News highlights a change that Roku owners will love. However, outlets like Comic Book Resources, Collider, and Kotaku report widespread dissatisfaction, with some users referring to the update as 'trash.' Pocket-lint focuses on the home screen changes, suggesting they are an improvement. Watch for Roku's response to the backlash and any potential rollbacks or further updates addressing user concerns.
Coverage does not yet specify whether Roku has acknowledged the criticism or plans to make changes.
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Quick answers
What changes did Roku make to its home screen?
Coverage from Pocket-lint indicates that Roku has changed its home screen for the better, but does not specify the details of these changes.
Which major streaming feature was removed?
Coverage from Comic Book Resources and Collider mentions the removal of a major free streaming feature that had been available for a decade, but does not specify which feature was removed.
How have users reacted to the new Roku update?
Reactions are mixed. While Cord Cutters News suggests some users will love the changes, outlets like Kotaku report that many users hate the new update.
Coverage (5)
- Roku Makes a Big Change to Its Roku TVs That Roku Owners Will Love | Cord Cutters News · 5h ago
- Roku Removes Major Streaming Feature After a Decade: 'Trash Update' Comic Book Resources · 5h ago
- After 10 Years, a Major Free Streaming Favorite Loses a Key Feature Collider · 5h ago
- Roku is finally changing its home screen for the better Pocket-lint · 5h ago
- The New Roku Update Is Terrible And Everyone Hates It Kotaku · 5h ago
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