Author: Andre Prince

Roku has a set of pre-installed apps that allow you to stream the content just by launching the hot buttons on your remote. Meanwhile, Roku has a dedicated app store named the Channel Store that allows adding third-party apps. From there, you can easily add your favorite Roku channels with a stable internet connection. Besides using the direct method, we’ve also listed the alternative approaches to add apps on your Roku Streaming Stick or Roku TV. How to Add Channels on Roku Directly from the Channel Store Here are the steps to install an app on Roku TV or Streaming…

Is your Roku showing error code 009, and are you looking for troubleshooting methods to fix the issue? Then this guide is for you. The error code 009 on the Roku Streaming Stick or Roku TV might be caused by the WiFi router issues, blocked WiFi signal, damaged cable, etc. This error indicates that your ‘Roku is connected to the WiFi router but unable to connect to the internet.’ Follow the below guidelines to fix this error code in no time. Effective Fixes for Roku Error Code 009 Here are the possible workarounds to fix Roku error code 009. Follow…

If you decide to control your Roku TV via voice commands, then it’s better to connect your device to the Google Home app. It benefits you by helping you find your desired entertainment, control playback, and adjust the volume on Roku without using the remote control. In this article, we’ll discuss pairing the Google Home app and controlling it using voice commands on Roku. Steps to Connect Roku TV to Google Home Since it is a pairing process, you must connect both your smartphone and Roku to the same WiFi network. Alternative Ways to Connect Roku and Google Home As an…

Unfortunately, Roku doesn’t have a built-in web browser, and there is no browser app available on the Roku Channel Store. If you really intend to view the browser screen on Roku, try the alternative method discussed in this article. How to Screen Mirror Web Browser on Roku Screen Mirroring is the only way to view the browser screen on Roku TV. Before proceeding with the steps, refer to the pre-requisites below and do it. Pre-Requisites Screen Mirror Browser on Roku from Android Phone / iPhone 1. Grab your smartphone and launch any browser of your choice. Then, visit your desired…

Kodi Media Player is a media center application that allows you to easily stream TV channels, movies, TV shows, and more for free through add-ons. The Kodi app is not officially available on the Roku Channel Store. So, try out the alternative way explained in this guide and stream Kodi on your Roku TV. How to Watch Kodi on Roku TV Due to the app’s unavailability, try screen mirroring the Kodi app from your smartphone/PC to the Roku TV. This is the only possible way to watch the Kodi content on a big screen. Before that, follow the below pre-requisites.…

Do you have an Alexa device at your home and are looking for ways to connect it to your Roku TV? If so, this article is for you. Once you connect the Alexa device to your Roku TV, you can control the actions using voice commands. This eliminates the need for a physical remote control to access all the settings and to use it hands-free. Scroll through this entire article to learn the pairing procedure in detail to control your Roku using voice commands. Pre-Requesties! Before connecting the Alexa device to your Roku TV, you need the following: How to…

Jailbreaking is usually modifying the device according to your preference. It is purely personalizing your device contrary to the manufacturer’s intention. However, if you own a Roku and are thinking about how to jailbreak the device, then this article will clarify your doubts. Is It Possible to Jailbreak Roku? No. It is not possible to Jailbreak on Roku. The traditional jailbreaking procedure must be carried out only on devices like Fire TV, Google Chromecast, etc. These devices allow you to sideload third-party apps. Since sideloading is not possible on Roku, you can try out the below-mentioned methods to access the…

Following their recent announcement about video ads, the advertising company is bursting with joy about its partnership with the MLB Sunday Leadoff Games. “As television programming, live sports, and the leagues have fragmented across networks, apps, and multiple packages, Roku-home to all of them — plays an increasingly crucial role for viewers and advertisers. With this deal, Roku delivers free, live, weekly Sunday baseball and 24/7 baseball curation, destinations, and channels across our platform. This lead-in to all of the televisions is now the lead-off for the Sunday baseball as well. It’s terrific partnership.” said Charlie Collier, President, Roku Media.…

HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) is very important to protect digital content from being copied illegally. Meanwhile, if your Roku is subjected to any loose connection or your HDMI Cable is not HDCP-compliant, then it is possible to get an HDCP error message. It will display the message “HDCP Error Detected,” “HDCP Unauthorised. Content Disabled,” or Error Code 020. In that case, you have to fix the problem without any further delay to enjoy hassle-free streaming. Follow the guidelines mentioned in this article one by one to avoid getting frequent HDCP errors. Causes for the HDCP Error HDCP’s main aim…

Are you tired of watching Roku’s idle wallpaper for a long time? If so, it’s time to set an eye-catching screensaver on your Roku streaming devices. After setting one, your Roku background will change, and a slideshow will be displayed after a specific time of inactivity. With our detailed guide, you can set your favorite screensaver on Roku within a minute or two. How to Set Screensaver on Roku Devices Here is the procedure to set up a screensaver on your Roku TV or Streaming Stick using a remote control. How to Change Screensaver Time on Roku After setting the…