The Apple Music app is now available on Roku
Roku has gained the Apple Music app on its smart TV software, streaming players, and audio products.
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Wesley Hilliard
Roku update that broke AirPlay & HomeKit has yet to be fixed weeks later
An apparent bug in a recent Roku software build has broken support for both Apple's HomeKit and AirPlay systems, and weeks later, there doesn't appear to be a fix in sight.
Mike Peterson
Roku's $50 Streaming Stick 4K gains Dolby Vision and speed improvements
As part of its product line refresh, Roku has introduced its Streaming Stick 4K and Streaming Stick 4K+, a pair of low-cost ways to stream content that include support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+, as well as Apple platforms including AirPlay 2 and HomeKit.
Malcolm Owen
Deals: Roku Ultra hits record low $69, $299 iPad, Apple Watch 6 $329
Monday specials are in effect now, with a record-breaking price drop on the Roku Ultra 2020, which is currently 31% off. 10.2-inch iPads are also on sale for $299, while Apple Watch styles are up to $90 off.
Christine McKee
Google adds YouTube TV workaround to main app on Roku amid dispute
Google has implemented a workaround allowing Roku users to access YouTube TV through the main YouTube app, escalating its contract battle with the set-top streaming company.
Roku removes YouTube TV app from its store amid contract dispute with Google
Making good on a threat it made earlier in the week, Roku has pulled the YouTube TV app from its channel store amid an ongoing dispute with Google over contract terms.
Apple TV+ button added to Roku remote, plus more support for HomeKit & AirPlay 2
Roku has launched a new remote control for its set-top boxes sporting a dedicated Apple TV+ button, and the company's new operating system adds HomeKit and AirPlay 2 support for more products.
Roku hires Apple Siri architect Brian Pinkerton to lead advanced technology development
Roku has poached a senior Apple Siri executive to lead development of new technology for its own streaming software and platforms.
Select Roku devices and TVs now support AirPlay 2 and HomeKit
Roku announced that an update rolling out to users now will enable HomeKit and AirPlay 2 on some devices and TVs as soon as today.
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Mike Wuerthele
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