Your Roku puts thousands of TV shows, movies, apps, and services at your fingertips. Because of this, you’ll want to ensure that it runs the latest software, so you have the newest features, security fixes, and, more importantly, the best performance.
We’ll show you how it only takes a few clicks of your Roku Remote to stay updated.
Why You Should Update Your Roku Streaming Player or TV
Although Roku’s software automatically checks for and applies updates regularly in the background, there are some instances where you might want to check manually. Like most connected devices, your first step when troubleshooting your Roku should be ensuring that it runs the latest software to rule out known bugs and performance issues.
Manually checking for updates may also allow you to experience new features as soon as they are released. For example, Roku OS 9.4 allowed users toset up their Roku devices with Apple HomeKit, while earlier releases brought support for Roku’s line of wireless speakers.
You’ll also want to manually check for updates if you recently downloaded a channel from the Roku Store, as the process will grab the latest build. And, of course, since your Roku relies on internet connectivity, you’ll want to periodically check for updates to ensure it has the latest security fixes.
How to Update Your Roku Streaming Player or TV
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Thanks to Roku’s remarkable consistency across platforms, the software update process is the same no matter which streaming player or TV you use. All it takes is a few clicks of your remote, and you’ll be up-to-date in no time.
That’s all there is to it. Your Roku will now check for the latest Channel and software updates and apply them automatically. After updating, you can go back to binge-watchingtons of free content in Roku Originalswhile enjoying the latest features.
Update Your Roku for the Best Streaming Experience
By keeping your Roku up-to-date, you’ll benefit from the latest security, performance, and bug fixes and unlock powerful new features. All it takes is a few clicks of the Roku Remote to ensure that you are experiencing the best that your Streaming Player or TV has to offer.
