The Roku Thread
05-16-13, 10:47 AM
#126
Senior Member
Re: The Roku Thread
Yep, manual update worked for me last night. Now if I can just finish the Murdoch Mysteries Marathon from Acorn before it ends I'll be happy. 
Thanks,
Rick
Thanks,
Rick
05-17-13, 11:36 PM
#127
Re: The Roku Thread
OK so the channels are now in a grid rather than a horizontal line. And there's a big ad on the right. Woopdee doo.
Is this the "big update" we've been waiting for?
Is this the "big update" we've been waiting for?
05-18-13, 04:22 PM
#128
Senior Member
05-19-13, 02:53 AM
#129
Moderator
Thread Starter
Re: The Roku Thread
Redbox Instant will be coming to the Roku.
Redbox Instant is coming to Google TV soon, Roku up next
Redbox Instant by Verizon is going to bring its streaming service to Google TV devices soon: The company demonstrated a prototype of its app at Google I/O Friday, and a representative told me that the app will launch in earnest within the next few weeks. After that, the company is going to launch a channel on Roku media streamers.
Redbox Instant by Verizon’s prototype app was on display on an LG Google TV that ran the next version of Google TV that is based on Android 4.2.2, or Jelly Bean. That version will come to Google TV devices in the third quarter of this year, but I was told that the Redbox Instant app will be available before that, and that is going to work just fine with the current version of Google TV. However, the service won’t be available on Google TV devices using an Intel processor, which means that owners of the Logitech Revue and other first-generation devices won’t be able to use it.
Redbox Instant first launched on select Samsung TVs and Blu-ray players as well as PCs and mobile devices in March. The joint-venture between Redbox and Verizon has since added support for Microsoft’s Xbox 360 as well as select LG Smart TVs. I was told by a representative Friday that the company is looking to add support for Roku players soon after rolling out the Google TV app.
http://gigaom.com/2013/05/17/redbox-...google-tv-app/
Redbox Instant by Verizon is going to bring its streaming service to Google TV devices soon: The company demonstrated a prototype of its app at Google I/O Friday, and a representative told me that the app will launch in earnest within the next few weeks. After that, the company is going to launch a channel on Roku media streamers.
Redbox Instant by Verizon’s prototype app was on display on an LG Google TV that ran the next version of Google TV that is based on Android 4.2.2, or Jelly Bean. That version will come to Google TV devices in the third quarter of this year, but I was told that the Redbox Instant app will be available before that, and that is going to work just fine with the current version of Google TV. However, the service won’t be available on Google TV devices using an Intel processor, which means that owners of the Logitech Revue and other first-generation devices won’t be able to use it.
Redbox Instant first launched on select Samsung TVs and Blu-ray players as well as PCs and mobile devices in March. The joint-venture between Redbox and Verizon has since added support for Microsoft’s Xbox 360 as well as select LG Smart TVs. I was told by a representative Friday that the company is looking to add support for Roku players soon after rolling out the Google TV app.
http://gigaom.com/2013/05/17/redbox-...google-tv-app/
Last edited by TheBigDave; 05-19-13 at 02:59 AM.
05-20-13, 02:59 AM
#130
Moderator
Thread Starter
Re: The Roku Thread
Ran across this article and thought it was interesting. Public libraries loaning out Roku boxes with Netflix and Hulu+.
The Ephrata Public Library (Ephrata, PA) purchased a few Rokus, and they are so popular with patrons that they are considering buying more. When a patron checks out a Roku, they receive the Roku box, an HDMI cable, a remote control, and a power cord. Staff also provide instructions and created a short video tutorial. The library subscribes to a variety of entertainment including NetFlix and Hulu Plus as well as PBS and other educational channels. The boxes check out for one week.
This idea sparked a great discussion at my library. Like many libraries, DVDs are in high demand with long waiting lists, shelving space is becoming more limited, and the budget does not allow us to purchase many expensive TV series. Offering Roku as a complement to our DVD collection could help alleviate these issues in a small way. While we all agreed Rokus would be popular with our patrons, we were concerned about patrons having the right technology at home and if we would have the budget to buy the Rokus and subscriptions (the boxes cost $50-$100 each and subscriptions each have additional costs).
Ephrata Public Library - Roku Players
FULL ARTICLE - http://publiclibrariesonline.org/2013/05/ready-to-roku/
This idea sparked a great discussion at my library. Like many libraries, DVDs are in high demand with long waiting lists, shelving space is becoming more limited, and the budget does not allow us to purchase many expensive TV series. Offering Roku as a complement to our DVD collection could help alleviate these issues in a small way. While we all agreed Rokus would be popular with our patrons, we were concerned about patrons having the right technology at home and if we would have the budget to buy the Rokus and subscriptions (the boxes cost $50-$100 each and subscriptions each have additional costs).
Ephrata Public Library - Roku Players
FULL ARTICLE - http://publiclibrariesonline.org/2013/05/ready-to-roku/
05-20-13, 02:43 PM
#131
DVD Talk Legend
Re: The Roku Thread
Here's a tip for anyone whose Roku 3 menus have become laggy, which apparently happens after a few weeks of use. This is a known issue and Roku is working on a fix. In the meantime, rebooting the Roku 3 will fix the problem, but the menu for rebooting is hidden. Here's how to find it:
Press the Home button on your remote five times, then FF, Play, RW, Play, FF.
In that menu, choose System Reboot. Your Roku 3 will restart and the menus will behave as they should.
Press the Home button on your remote five times, then FF, Play, RW, Play, FF.
In that menu, choose System Reboot. Your Roku 3 will restart and the menus will behave as they should.
05-20-13, 04:31 PM
#132
DVD Talk Limited Edition
Re: The Roku Thread
Moving around the home/channel selection screen is noticeably faster, which is nice.
05-24-13, 02:55 AM
#134
DVD Talk Legend
Re: The Roku Thread
Redbox Instant will be coming to the Roku.
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05-27-13, 12:52 AM
#137
DVD Talk Legend
Re: The Roku Thread
The update sucks and I'm now in the market for a new streaming device (western digital maybe?) I am not wanting to replace my Roku this instant, but my eyes are open.
05-27-13, 04:56 PM
#138
DVD Talk Legend
05-29-13, 01:55 AM
#139
Banned by request
Re: The Roku Thread
Is anyone else having a problem with the Netflix app on their Roku where, when you finish watching an episode of a show, and it goes back to the menu, Netflix thinks that whatever episode you're on is the last episode of the series? I had this happening all weekend. I'd watch say, episode 7 of a show, and when it would end, it would give me the option to watch only up to episode 7. If I went to the home screen and then back in, then it would give me the option to play episodes 8 and beyond. But when episode 8 finished, same problem, and I'd have to exit and go back in again.
05-29-13, 05:45 AM
#140
DVD Talk Legend
Re: The Roku Thread
Is anyone else having a problem with the Netflix app on their Roku where, when you finish watching an episode of a show, and it goes back to the menu, Netflix thinks that whatever episode you're on is the last episode of the series? I had this happening all weekend. I'd watch say, episode 7 of a show, and when it would end, it would give me the option to watch only up to episode 7. If I went to the home screen and then back in, then it would give me the option to play episodes 8 and beyond. But when episode 8 finished, same problem, and I'd have to exit and go back in again.
05-29-13, 06:45 AM
#141
Moderator
Thread Starter
Re: The Roku Thread
I notice that when you finish an episode, and it goes back to the menu screen, it doesn't show info for the next episode. For example, I finish watching episode 3, and it goes back to the episode 3 screen. So if I want to watch the next episode, I have to go back to the full list of episodes and select episode 4.
There's a couple threads in the Roku Forum about people having various problems with Netflix.
I really wish Roku would automatically play the next episode like it does on the 360 and PS3.
05-29-13, 09:03 AM
#142
DVD Talk Hero
Re: The Roku Thread
I also wish Netflix would update and auto-play the next episode, Hulu has the feature working so there is no reason for Netflix not to. I have been watching all of the new AD season on there and haven't had an issue with the "next episode" thing. Plus the Netflix app, in general, is pretty dated.
Also, Supermallet, what are your thoughts on the device?
Edit: Oh yeah, for anyone having issues with Plex picking up new TV episodes, I've found putting them into properly named folders and hitting refresh fixes almost everything.
Also, Supermallet, what are your thoughts on the device?
Edit: Oh yeah, for anyone having issues with Plex picking up new TV episodes, I've found putting them into properly named folders and hitting refresh fixes almost everything.
Last edited by RichC2; 05-29-13 at 09:19 AM.
05-29-13, 02:59 PM
#143
Banned by request
Re: The Roku Thread
I also wish Netflix would update and auto-play the next episode, Hulu has the feature working so there is no reason for Netflix not to. I have been watching all of the new AD season on there and haven't had an issue with the "next episode" thing. Plus the Netflix app, in general, is pretty dated.
Also, Supermallet, what are your thoughts on the device?
Edit: Oh yeah, for anyone having issues with Plex picking up new TV episodes, I've found putting them into properly named folders and hitting refresh fixes almost everything.
Also, Supermallet, what are your thoughts on the device?
Edit: Oh yeah, for anyone having issues with Plex picking up new TV episodes, I've found putting them into properly named folders and hitting refresh fixes almost everything.
I'm quite liking the Roku. It's a speedy, versatile little box. The remote is easy to use and I like that I don't need to worry about line of sight. Other than this nagging Netflix issue, it's pretty fantastic.
05-29-13, 04:51 PM
#144
DVD Talk Limited Edition
Re: The Roku Thread
I notice that when you finish an episode, and it goes back to the menu screen, it doesn't show info for the next episode. For example, I finish watching episode 3, and it goes back to the episode 3 screen. So if I want to watch the next episode, I have to go back to the full list of episodes and select episode 4.
05-30-13, 03:39 PM
#146
DVD Talk Limited Edition
Re: The Roku Thread
My only gripe after using it for about a week is that it highlights the main menu by default, rather than the channel selection menu. Yes, it's only a single right button press to get to the channel selection menu, but it really makes no sense to default to the main menu. I can't imagine most people prioritize the Channel Store and Settings over the channels themselves.
05-30-13, 04:42 PM
#147
DVD Talk Hero
Re: The Roku Thread
Yeah I wouldn't know on that one, I've been using my tablet as a remote since I received my Roku 3. Much easier.
05-31-13, 12:29 PM
#148
DVD Talk Limited Edition
Re: The Roku Thread
Speaking of which, I just saw the Roku blog post about the updated Hulu Plus channel for Rev. 2 and 3 devices, which should automatically update within the next 48 hours, or can be done manually. The screenshot makes it look pretty nice, but I won't have a chance to actually play around with it until tomorrow.
05-31-13, 09:54 PM
#149
DVD Talk Hero
Re: The Roku Thread
I guess the new Hulu app uses some of the newer dev tools, it's now identical to the PS3 app (but it works better)
Netflix needs to do the same.
Netflix needs to do the same.
