Roku Express | Easy High Definition (HD) Streaming Media Player (2018)

I was looking for the easiest way to get streaming apps on a TV in the kitchen, and the Roku Express fit the bill. It comes with a two-prong USB wall power adapter, but most modern TVs, including mine, have a USB port that can power the Roku directly from the TV. There's even an included velcro tie to keep any excess length in the power cable tidy. The included HDMI cable was long enough to reach but not so long that routing it out of sight was difficult. The included adhesive strip was a nice touch, making mounting it to the underside of the TV quick and easy. The biggest drawback compared to the higher-end Roku devices is that the remote is IR, which means it does require line of sight in order to work, but since sticking it on the TV is so easy it's not an issue. Just know that you can't have it hidden behind the TV or inside a cabinet and still have the included remote work. The best thing about all Rokus is the software. It's dead simple to setup and navigate, and the search is better than the Amazon Fire stick because it doesn't prioritize any service. You can search for a title (or actor, etc) and it will show you results from every service available. This is especially nice for surfacing results from the free apps that I wouldn't think to search otherwise, like Sony Crackle or the Roku channel. There's a "Featured Free" category that's very nice for surfacing content that's available outside of the major streaming players like Netflix and Prime. The remote is small and lightweight, and uses two included AAA batteries. Unlike fancier Rokus, it doesn't have a headphone jack on it, but if you put the Roku app on your phone you can achieve the same thing and listen through headphones. That's particularly handy in the bedroom for late-night viewing that won't bother your partner. The phone app also let's you use your phone as a remote control. Even though the chip in the Express is the least powerful in the Roku line, navigating and starting videos is still responsive. It takes about five seconds for the unit to "boot up" when it first powers on, but after that there aren't any slowdowns or stutters. The value is fantastic. For any secondary, non-4k TV, like in a bedroom, guest room or kitchen, the Express is the best streaming option to get. Everything you need to get up and running is included-- it's nice that on such an inexpensive item they're not nickel and diming you by not including batteries or HDMI cable.

Bought this to stream content to a 32" bedroom TV. I already have the Roku Ultra 4K in my theater and a FireStick in my living room. They both do the same thing, but I prefer the UI of Roku a bit more, and for $25, it was a great deal. Had it connected and up and running in about 15mins. The longest part was waiting for all of the apps to download. I run Sling, Hulu, NetFlix, Showtime, YouTube, and Amazon Prime Video, and all work flawlessly and display 1080P video on the TV. I like how small the module is as well, and have it affixed to the bottom of the TV which is wall-mounted about 6ft high. Don't forget to download the Roku remote app on your smartphone to control your Roku right from your phone, especially if you'll be typing any information. It's much easier on a keyboard on your phone than it is to select each letter/number using the Roku remote. Bottom line - if you don't need 4K and want a simple to use, compact streaming solution, this is the best bet and works great. Even comes with an HDMI cable, power cable and USB outlet base (I don't use the base, but instead use the USB out from the TV to power the Roku), and batteries for the remote. Also comes with a double-sided sticky strip to affix the Roku module to your TV.

Have had this for a very long time multiple years and still use it to this day.

The Roku Express is a great product for customers that are looking for high definition entertainment, easy to set up, and it is used for televisions that are not smarts. This brand is very popular, because it has a lot of programs in just one device, making it so easy for the customer to purchase a product that has everything related to entertainment in order to satisfy people's needs. If you are looking for a device that has great quality and multiple types of entertainment in a quick installation process, then the Roku Express is the best option for you. You do not have to spend a lot of money on smart TVs that offer you the same as this device. This is extremely easy to set up in any TV, and very cheap compering to the competition. The package provides several tools in order to start the experience. This has an USB cable that connects to the TV, as well as the charger. Once it is connected, then you just have to read the instructions in order to set up the account, connecting to the internet, and choosing programs. This process would take a maximum of five minutes. After that, the customer would be able to start enjoying the high definition of channels. This device would offer a lot of benefits to the customer. The user can purchase any channel that they are interested on. In addition, it has a lot of free and very popular channels such as; Netflix, YouTube, Hulu, HBO, Direct Channel, Vudu and so on. The device has something unique called The Roku Channel, which it has a lot of different movies, TV shows, and music for every customer's pleasure. Lastly, the speed of the device and the channels are very good. It is very rare to wait for the start of any program. So, if you would like to enjoy high definition with multiple options of entertainment in just one device, then the Roku Express is the option for you. This is a small product that makes it so easy to carry everywhere, so the user could have the opportunity to enjoy high quality of entertainment at any time.

Works with smart tv. We like to watch tfc and netflix using roku

I have two Roku Essentials and I must say I am pleased with them, for the quality of picture, and the ease of setup. They do come with a USB power adapter one plugs into a power bar but you can plug them into an LCD tv USB port if the power is sufficient. These devices are designed to be always on unless they are connected to your TV usb port and then switch on and off with that. If you go that way then you have to wait for it to restart. I chose to plug it into the power bar. One of my Roku is connected to an HDMI TV and the other I used a GANA HDMI to AV converter to connect it to our old Tube TV. That works great as well. Our grandchildren play some older console games on the old TV. Roku work wirelessly connecting via a home router wireless connection to the internet. You will want to make sure you have good internet wireless coverage in your home as the Roku have to be able to connect. The picture was steady and clear on both televisions. Setup is pretty easy. Users will need an active internet connection and you do have to log into Roku's website to register and enter the code of each device you have. After initially connecting my Roku received two updates. Roku has both free and paid entertainment available. You can add "apps" easily via the website or the Roku itself such as the Roku channel, tubi, youtube, and much more. Some are free, others such as Netflix and Atop (television stations) for example, are a paid service. You can set up a payment method (credit card) via Roku's website or register without a payment method.

Recientemente adquirí una televisión para ponerla en mi cuarto pero que carecía de características smart por lo que compré este Roku stick ya que estoy familiarizado con la plataforma Roku al estar presente en mi tele TCL como sistema operativo. La interfaz de Roku y su simplicidad de uso es lo que la hace muy atractiva y también en gran parte su rapidez y fluidez al utilizarlo. Espero y mi reseña le ayude de algo a alguien. ***CONTENIDO DEL PAQUETE*** En el paquete donde vino el Roku Express venía incluido todo lo necesario para que te pongas a utilizar el Roku Express. Se incluye un cable micro USB que se conecta a un puerto USB que esté disponible a tu TV o que se puede conectar a la pared en caso de que la tele no cuente con puerto USB (viene con un cubito incluido) -Viene también un cable HDMI que va del Roku a tu Televisión. El Roku Express no cuenta con otros puertos y solamente lo puedes conectar por HDMI (a menos que consigas un adaptador) -Viene su control remoto infrarrojo que es bastante fácil de utilizar y una tira de cinta adhesiva que puedes utilizar para fijar el Roku a tu TV. ***CONFIGURACIÓN Y FUNCIONES*** Al haber conectado tu Roku y haber hecho los ajustes donde fijas la resolución correcta para tu TV saldrá una pantalla donde puedes configurar la conexión de tu Roku a tu modem/router y después de ahí agregar "canales" recomendados (que más bien son como apps, pero dentro del ecosistema de Roku) Una vez haciendo eso ya es cuestión de iniciar sesión en los servicios que utilizas y listo! Como había mencionado anteriormente la interfaz de Roku es muy rápida y el desempeño de las apps es bastante aceptable (excepto Spotify, el canal de Spotify es SUPER lento en Roku) En cuanto a la conexión a tu modem/router que se realiza es solo por la banda de 2.4 ghz pero siendo que solo transmite contenido Full HD como máximo con eso basta. -Funciona de maravilla con el app de control remoto para iOS o Android lo que te permite controlar el Roku por medio de tu celular así como acceder a la magnifica función de audio privado que te permite escuchar el audio de lo que estés viendo en tu Roku a través de tu celular teniendo audífonos conectados a el para esas ocasiones cuando no quieras despertar a quien se encuentre dormido. -Cuenta también con la función de screencast que te permite enviar de manera inalambrica el contenido de tu celular o tablet Android que cuenten con esta función y también con iOS pero por medio de una app especial (no recuerdo el nombre) Con mi celular Mi A1 de Xiaomi las conexiones se realizan rápidamente y se transmiten ambos audio y video lo que lo convierte en una solución ideal para visualizar contenido en tu pantalla que no puede ser reproducido por el mismo aparato de Roku. ***NOTAS FINALES*** Dado que el Roku Express es un producto que considero de entrada no cuenta con funciones más avanzadas como las que tiene el Roku Premiere pero que sirve bien si lo único que buscas es poder acceder a servicios como Netflix, Amazon Video, YouTube, Google Music, Spotify en máximo 1080p. Vuelvo a mencionar lo genial del app de Roku para controlar tu Roku Express ya que si tienes más de un dispositivo Roku te permitirá controlar esos por medio de la app y agregar canales de manera automática por medio de la app. El producto está super barato y funciona de maravilla. Definitivamente lo recomiendo al 100%

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I already have Roku 3 and Roku 2XD. I needed one more for my third TV. I use Roku primarily to stream from my NAS HDD. All my photos as well as music and videos are stored on NAS. The Streaming from WD NAS to Roku is excellent with the help of Roku Media Player(RMP)