Roku Streaming Stick on HDMI Port Can Make Your TV Smart
Roku has released one of its latest gadgets the Roku Streaming Stick, it connects to the HDMI port of the TV and would convert any into a Smart TV. It would essentially be powered by a standard power source or can be connected to an available USB port on the TV and connects to the local WiFi via an extended range 802.11 dual-band (a/b/g/n compatible) with WEP, WPA, and WPA2 support.
Users would need a HDTV with HDMI port, a WiFi Router and an internet connection with a minimum of 1.5 Mbps for Standard Definition or 3Mbps for High Definition. Just by connecting this little device the consumers can have access to more than 1000+ channels and 31000+ movies with more added from time to time, in up to 1080P HD Video. Some channels are free to view while some are paid.
Downloading an app to your Android or iOS phone or tablets would give you access to control the Roku Streaming Stick or you can directly control it with the bundled Remote. Users can also play personal media like music, photos and videos stored on the SmartPhones or Tablets with the help of the App and also stream videos from Youtube or Netflix.
Roku Search makes it easy to search for your favorite channels, shows and movies from major channels like Netflix, Hulu Plus, HBO Go, Amazon Instant Video and VUDU along with a possibility to compare pricing. There is also a facility to set some favorite channels too.
“Over 1.7 billion hours of entertainment was streamed via Roku last year, a 70 per cent rise year on year” Lloyd Clarke, Director of Product Management said “In the UK we have doubled our number of channels to about 750 and we add around two or three channels each day. Over in the US YouTube has been particularly popular, whether it’s Jared Leto’s Oscars acceptance speech or anything else, it’s very quick and easy. We ship with more channels than our competitors, and we think that’s one of the core drivers behind why a consumer chooses a service” .
The Roku HDMI Streaming Stick is priced at $49.99 and comes with a free shipping and 30 day money back guarantee. The Roku Streaming Stick is expected to be available in the UK around mid April 2014.
