- 1000+ channels with movies, TV shows, music, sports & more
- High-definition streaming up to 1080p HD
- Works with virtually any TV
- Free app for iOS and Android
- Built-in wireless & wired connectiv
A Splendid Device
02/02/2014
This review is from: Roku 2 XS 1080p HD Streaming Media Player W/ Motion Sensor Control & Angry Birds - 3100X-B
Pros:
Reasonably snappy UI and load times, even with GUI updates. Wireless (N300) speed is OK, but Wired Gigabit speed and reliability is how you get the best and most consistent experience. Works well with the PLEX software on the home server, and PLEX itself is pretty well written and engineered, with easy setup and administration.
In the year or so that I've had this device, it has already paid for itself via the electric bill. Instead of using a 95+ Watt PS3 to watch Netflix, Hulu, etc... I use a 3W max Roku that does it all just as well.
Cons:
On rare occasion the Roku will freeze, necessitating a power cycle (unplug and plug back in). I usually have to pull the battery on my smart phones, more often than I have to pull power on the Roku. So it's a non-issue.
Overall Review:
If the Roku 2 XS is this good, the beefier Roku 3 has to be a dream.
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- Eric C.
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Verified Owner
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Owned For:
1 month to 1 year
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