A:AnswerThe Roku streaming stick connects to your home wi-fi, so it will work by itself because there are TV channels on Roku, but it may not have ALL of the local or major network broadcasts that you enjoy or are used to watching. For that programming, you will have to subscribe to some sort of streaming service (examples: Amazon Prime, YouTubeTV). So it depends on which TV shows you like to watch.
A:AnswerThis is a Yes and No, it all depends on where you live and whether or not your local channels have apps. Most major cities have apps or are shown on the Roku Channel or their own perspective apps.
A:AnswerHello Mimi! Yes, Roku gives you access to Peacock! If you are ever curious what Roku has to offer here is a link to our Roku channel store. https://channelstore.roku.com/search
A:AnswerWi fi extender is is a tool to boost your Wi-fi signal and ensure more consistent connection through out your space. Roku has improved its wi capabilities of its streaming stick 4K, generally good wi-Fi performance.
Not sure why you need extender for your Ruko? It can work good alone if you don't have a large place. If your space is large and have walls between your router than go for it.
A:AnswerYou do have this option of fast forward and rewind if you have a DVR or some sort of "recording" or "library" on your App. For instance, we subscribe to YouTubeTV for our regular broadcast channels, and there is an unlimited library DVR feature that you can retrieve shows with the ability to fast-forward through most of the commercials by using the Roku ULtra remote. I appreciate this function greatly!
A:AnswerYour Wi-Fi connection needs to be relatively good, to stream videos without an issue. With weak Wi-Fi you may get buffering (when the video stops to preload video into the buffer), pixelation (picture gets very grainy) and lost connection.
A:AnswerHello patimco! Yes, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K is good for travel because it's portable and easy to use:
Portable: The Roku Streaming Stick 4K is small and compact, so it's easy to pack in your suitcase.
Easy to use: You can plug it into your TV's HDMI port and start streaming right away.
Good for hotel Wi-Fi: Some say Roku devices are good at signing into complicated hotel Wi-Fi networks.
Voice control: You can use the voice remote to search, play entertainment, and control your streaming device.
Works with popular voice assistants: You can use voice control with Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant.
A:AnswerIn order to get local channels you need to sign up for a serive that has them, like Directv Stream of YouTube TV. You can download those apps on Roku stick.
