Author: Andre Prince

Hi! I am Andre, the mind behind Roku Discussions. I am passionate about simplifying concepts and making Roku topics accessible and engaging for all readers.

Recently, Roku has planned to slightly tune in the picture settings to improve the viewing experience. It all started with the high-definition 720p picture quality, but now, Roku frequently launched tremendous features since 2008 and is rated as the best among users. Roku’s latest innovations include backdrops, discovery sections, Roku smart picture, and the Roku remote app interface for US devices. For users who prefer an aesthete display, this backdrop is favored better with the different murals featuring a collection of museums, classics, abstracts, etc. Even personalized artwork can also be set up on the display screen. The introduction of…

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An IP address is a temporary number assigned to your device by your Internet service provider (ISP). Similarly, every Roku device gets a unique IP address when connected to the internet. You can use this address to locate your device, perform network diagnostics, and even connect your Roku to a VPN. Those who want to find Roku IP address will find this section useful as it uncovers multiple ways. Can I Find the Roku IP Address Without WIFI? No. An IP address is assigned only if your Roku is connected to a WIFI network. Hence, you can’t find the IP…

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By accessing the Roku Secret Menu using remote combinations, you can unlock several features that are not available on the home screen. Using this, you can get a unique set of information, which is quite helpful when you are trying to troubleshoot your Roku device. For more details, follow the below instructions. How to Get to Roku Secret Menu Using Remote There are 13 secret menus available on all Roku devices. Press the Remote codes we have provided in the following steps and access those menus. 1. WIFI Secret Menu Remote Combo! Hit the Home button 5 times → Up…

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For those who don’t know, Roku Voice is an Audio description feature that users can turn off/on at their will. Though this feature is helpful, users might feel annoyed at some point when their Roku starts narrating everything on the screen. At that point, you can easily turn off the voice guide feature by following a few simple steps, which we have given below. How to Turn Off Voice from Roku Settings It doesn’t matter if you own a TCL Roku, Hisense Roku, or a Roku Express; you can turn off its Voice Narration by following the steps below. 1.…

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The MAC Address, or Media Access Control Address, is essential to connecting your Roku device to the Internet. This address is a 12-digit hexadecimal number assigned to each Roku device at the time of its manufacture. Unlike a Roku IP Address, the MAC is static and can’t be changed unless you change it yourself. Even though you don’t need to know your MAC addresses for your day-to-day usage, you still need to troubleshoot your Roku when it encounters any network-related issues. Hence, we advise all our readers to note this information by following the methods we’ve given below. Find MAC…

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If you have bought a new device or performed a factory reset on your Roku, you need to pair its remote to control the device. The pairing process is quite straightforward, and it can be done in a few minutes. However, the pairing procedure varies slightly between different models, which are explained below. How to Pair Roku Simple Remote Roku Simple Remotes do not have a microphone or a pairing button. To pair the remote, follow the methods below. How to Pair Roku Voice Remote With Pairing Button Roku Voice remotes come with a built-in Pairing button at the back,…

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This article covers the three possible methods to update the apps on your Roku Streaming Stick or Roku TV. Using the apps for a long time without a software update might cause technical issues. The app might crash, freeze, or not respond to your commands properly. If you’re in this situation, it’s better to update the malfunctioning app on your Roku device to fix the error. How to Update Apps on Roku Directly How to Update Apps Via the Roku App If you don’t have the Roku remote with you, then use the Roku remote app to perform the app…

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You can quickly turn on the Roku TV by pressing the Power button on the remote. But what if the Roku remote doesn’t work suddenly, and you face trouble turning on the TV? No worries! This guide explains two possible ways to turn on the Roku TV without a remote control. How to Turn On Roku TV Without Remote Use the Roku App to Turn On Roku TV Without Remote Quick Tip! Press the Mic icon on the virtual remote interface and say, “Turn on Roku” to power on the device with the help of the Roku Voice assistant. Roku…

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Owing to the losses it has incurred in FY 2023, Roku is looking for new ways to generate revenue and make up for it. Ads are what they are looking at. Last year, Roku proposed to push ads on any device connected to it through its HDMI port. Even though this proposal has not yet been implemented, Roku has filed a patent for it and is keen to implement it. The mechanism it has proposed involves collecting data from the device connected to its HDMI port. What Roku does unique is that whenever users pause the TV screen, Roku will…

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After setting up the Roku, connecting your device to the WiFi network is mandatory. With a stable internet connection, you can watch multiple streaming services and you can listen to songs. In addition, you can connect your Roku TV to WiFi/internet to enjoy playing games hassle-free. This curated guide covers the detailed steps to connect your Roku device to the internet via wired and wireless connections. How To Connect Roku TV to the WiFi for the First Time During Roku’s initial setup itself, it prompts you to connect to the WiFi network. So, from the setup screen, you have to…

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