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*Roku states the added forced arbitration clause was a decision made separate of the data breach, however this has been met with scepticism by the community.<ref name=":1">https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/over-15-000-hacked-roku-accounts-sold-for-50-each-to-buy-hardware/</ref> | *Roku states the added forced arbitration clause was a decision made separate of the data breach, however this has been met with scepticism by the community.<ref name=":1">https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/over-15-000-hacked-roku-accounts-sold-for-50-each-to-buy-hardware/</ref> | ||
== Products and Services == | ==Products and Services== | ||
=== Streaming Devices === | ===Streaming Devices=== | ||
Roku's core products are streaming media players that connect to televisions via HDMI, allowing users to stream content from various online services. | Roku's core products are streaming media players that connect to televisions via HDMI, allowing users to stream content from various online services. The lineup includes: | ||
Roku Express - Entry-level HD streaming devices | * Roku Express - Entry-level HD streaming devices | ||
Roku Streaming Stick - Mid-range portable streaming devices | * Roku Streaming Stick - Mid-range portable streaming devices | ||
Roku Ultra - Premium streaming devices with enhanced features | * Roku Ultra - Premium streaming devices with enhanced features | ||
=== Roku TV === | ===Roku TV=== | ||
In 2014, Roku began licensing its operating system to TV manufacturers, creating the Roku TV platform. These smart TVs come with Roku OS built-in. Partners include TCL, Hisense, Sharp, and Philips, among others. | In 2014, Roku began licensing its operating system to TV manufacturers, creating the Roku TV platform. These smart TVs come with Roku OS built-in. Partners include TCL, Hisense, Sharp, and Philips, among others. | ||
=== Roku OS === | ===Roku OS=== | ||
Roku OS is the operating system that powers all Roku devices. Key features include: | Roku OS is the operating system that powers all Roku devices. Key features include: | ||
The Roku Channel Store, which serves streaming channels/apps | * The Roku Channel Store, which serves streaming channels/apps | ||
Universal search across multiple streaming services | * Universal search across multiple streaming services | ||
Voice control capabilities | * Voice control capabilities | ||
The free, ad-supported Roku Channel | * The free, ad-supported Roku Channel | ||
Customizable home screen interface | * Customizable home screen interface | ||
=== Audio Products === | ===Audio Products=== | ||
Roku Streambar - Combines a soundbar with a streaming player | * Roku Streambar - Combines a soundbar with a streaming player | ||
Roku Wireless Speakers - Designed specifically for Roku TV systems | * Roku Wireless Speakers - Designed specifically for Roku TV systems | ||
Roku Wireless Subwoofer - For enhanced bass response | * Roku Wireless Subwoofer - For enhanced bass response | ||
=== Content and Advertising === | ===Content and Advertising=== | ||
The Roku Channel is the company's own ad-supported streaming service, offering free movies, TV shows, and some original content. Roku also operates an advertising business that serves as a significant revenue source, placing ads across its platform. | The Roku Channel is the company's own ad-supported streaming service, offering free movies, TV shows, and some original content. Roku also operates an advertising business that serves as a significant revenue source, placing ads across its platform. | ||