Hi, As a grandparent, I am not really offended by some of your remarks, since you do explain some things in a simple manner. In my research, I wanted to know about this “new” technology, and I now have a better idea of what Roku does. I will now read your articles on how to get TV channels for free, or at least find out if is really possible to get free access to TV without having to pay the cable company for a bunch of useless channels I never use. Thank you! Reply
Do NOT confuse statements saying ‘live TV’ with OTA live broadcasts, as it is different and is intentionally misleading. Reply
Just got a streaming stick on cyber Monday and I love it. I want to get a roku for my main tv as I’m getting rid of cable. I don’t have a 4K tv, but probably will upgrade in the next year or two. Only difference I notice btw the ultra and streaming stick + is the Ethernet connection. Anything else I’m missing? I leaning towards the stick + to save a little money Reply
The Roku Ultra has a headphone jack (headphones included) for private listening. It also has SD and USB ports for external storage (not really necessary for most users). Wired internet connections are always faster than their Wi-Fi counterparts, so the Ethernet jack is definitely nice to have, but the Streaming Stick+ has a great Wi-Fi antenna and is a great value. It’s hard to go wrong with either, if you ask me! Reply
Yep, that should work just fine! A Roku Ultra can plug into any TV with an HDMI input (and all TVs have those, unless they’re pretty ancient). And the Roku Ultra is 4K-capable, so a 4K TV like that Vizio you mentioned would be a good choice. Reply
Yes, you can! Check out some options here: https://cordcutting.com/how-to-watch/live-tv-on-roku/ Reply
I have a Roku ultra will not operate more than an hour without overheating issue it is almost useless Reply
Why don’t they post the year of the device on the box? I see several Roku ultras on amazon at wide ranging prices. which one is the newest? Why should I have to guess? Reply
Hi Stephen, this is good review. Thank you for your time. Can you please comment on the addition of Airplay 2 to select 4K streaming device, which was announced on September 28? Does this mean I can screen mirror my iPhone onto my non-smart TV thru Roku Ultra?Even some HDCP and DRM video (e.g. those on Amazon Prime Video) should be able to play on Roku Ultra, right? Many thanks again. Reply
That’s how it would work with any device with Airplay 2, but I don’t think Roku has yet confirmed which “select 4K devices” are getting AirPlay 2. I know that some of Roku’s smart TVs are getting it, but it’s not clear to me whether or not it’s coming to the Roku Ultra (and which model years will be supported if it does). Hopefully, we’ll learn more soon! If Roku does confirm Airplay 2 on the Roku Ultra, then I believe it should work just as you’re describing. Reply
This generation supports Dolby Vision for the first time ever in a Roku streaming device. If you are going to review a product you should at least put in some effort. No mention of it supporting Dolby Atmos, which just like the previous version it does support. Reply
I just purchased this, and was extremely disappointed. The picture was always unstable, and the screen constantly blinked in and out. It was impossible to watch. I had to restart the device every time I turned on the TV to just make it watchable. No matter what I tried, I couldn’t fix it. I returned it for a full refund. Reply
I have been trying to find if the 2020 ultra model still has the ability for the remote control to be used without line of sight, but there is no information anywhere about that. Your reviews states, “Roku’s universal remote is a step in the right direction, even if lacks a feature or two.” However, you don’t mention the feature of two that is lacking making me wonder if the feature I’m looking for is present. I ready your review, along with a couple of others, twice in case I missed that tidbit. I mount my roku behind the media center cabinet, so this feature is a must for me. Also, stating the streaming stick+ is better when the new ultra is the only roku to support the new Dolby Vision is rather odd to me. Good review otherwise. Reply
Hi Jeff, thanks for reading! We haven’t gotten our hands on the 2020 model just yet, but from what I can tell it appears to come with the regular line of sight remote. Roku has an “enhanced” remote that uses radio frequency signals and doesn’t have to have line-of-sight — it’s sold separately and works with the Roku Ultra and Roku Ultra LT. Reply
I’m new @ streaming and just not sure which Roku do I need for a Vizio V series tv and FUBO . I currently have to cast it from my phone. The Amazon Fire tv gets Fubo fine The Vizio is barely a year old and was htI wouldn’t have to replace the tv but FUBO has tons of channels that I love Reply