Roku - Streaming Stick (2016 Model) - Black
- Key Specs
- Maximum Supported Resolution: 1080p
- High Dynamic Range (HDR): true (An HDR-compatible 4K TV or other HDR-compatible product displays HDR video content when it's available from sources like 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs and 4K streaming services.)
- Operating System Compatibility: Android, Apple iOS
- Remote Control Included: true
- Power Source: Battery-powered
- General
- Product Name: Streaming Stick (2016 Model)
- Brand: Roku
- TV Compatibility: Most HDTVs with an HDMI interface
- Model Number: 3600R
- Features
- Smart Capable: true (Smart, or smart-capable devices are able to connect directly to your home network in order to stream content from the Internet, run Internet-based apps, or connect to other smart devices.)
- Compatibility
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- Compatible Wireless Standard(s): Wireless AC (The wireless networking standard(s) the device is backwards compatible with. This includes networking protocols based on the IEEE 802.11 standard (alphabetically ascending) and the Wi-Fi Alliance standard (numerically ascending), both of which provide high-throughput wireless local area networks (WLANs). Devices designed to work with specific standard(s) will be backwards compatible with previous versions but may not run at optimal performance when using earlier iterations.)
- Playable Formats: AAC, JPEG, MKV, MP3, MP4, PNG
- Interface(s): HDMI (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Audio
- Surround Sound Supported: Dolby Digital Plus (Surround sound systems use multiple audio channels and speakers to create an immersive sound experience for the listener. There are also various proprietary technologies that imitate this kind of sound via a device's built-in speakers or soundbar.)
- Gameplay
- Game Controller Support: false
- Display
- High Dynamic Range Format: Dolby Vision (There are a few HDR formats that tell the TV or other HDR-compatible product how to best utilize its capabilities to display HDR content. HDR technology can support one or multiple formats, each with various benefits to picture quality.)
- Power
- Charging Interface(s): USB (The connection for transmitting power to charge the device.)
- Rechargeable Battery: true
- Other
- UPC: 829610000855
Enjoy HD programming with the Roku Streaming Stick. Plug it into any flat-screen television that has a built-in USB port to view streaming media. This device provides more than 4500 channels on demand and features more than 450,000 movies and TV episodes. Control the Roku Streaming Stick with the included remote or with your smartphone via the Roku Mobile App. 
- A huge selection of entertainment: More than 450,000 TV episodes and movies on more than 4500 channels.
- Powerful: The new Roku Streaming Stick delivers fast performance with a quad-core processor and dual-band wireless.8x more procession power than before.
- Simple: Access your own subscriptions like Amazon Instant Video, VUDU, Google Play, Netflix, or Hulu*. Rent or buy on-demand, and enjoy hundreds of free channels.
- Searchable: Save time and money with search results that show you where movies and TV shows are free or cheapest to watch.
- Totally portable: Take your entertainment wherever you go. Stream to different HDTVs in your home, dorm, or hotel room.
- Private listening via mobile: Use your smartphone or tablet and the Roku mobile app for iOS and Android to enjoy private listening anytime via your Bluetooth or plug-in headphones.
- Powerful mobile control: Transform your iOS or Android mobile device into a Roku remote, search with voice or text, and send photos, video or music, to your TV from your phone or tablet.
- The Roku Feed: Follow movies, TV shows, actors, and directors and get automatic updates when and where the content you want is ready to stream.
- 1, 2, 3 easy setup: Works with virtually any HDTV with HDMI input and sets up via a wired or wireless connection in minutes.
- Stunning HD video quality: Immerse yourself in the action with clear, vibrant 1080p video streaming.
Whats Included
- Roku Streaming Stick (2016 Model)
- RF remote control
- 2 AAA batteries
- Power adapter
- USB cable
- Product manual
Q: explain to me how this stick works, please.
A: The Roku stick plugs into the HDMI port of your television and connects via WiFi to your internet through your wireless network router, providing you with access to streaming content.
Q: If I was to purchase this, where do I go to find out what channels I can get for free?
A: Once you've powered up the device and connected to Wi-Fi, these will be located on the Roku Channel Store (the Streaming Channels category in the side bar). Under the Top Free category, some of them are: QVC, PBS, Crackle, YouTube, CBS News, to name a few. A great feature of this new Roku model is the ability to search for any movie or television show across multiple platforms such as FandangoNOW, Vudu, Hulu, Netflix, Googleplay. Hope this helps.
A: The USB connection provides power to the Roku Stick. If your TV does not have a USB connection, an AC plug in adapter is included.
A: There are many reasons to get a streaming device like the Roku. However, as is the case with most entertainment devices, the Roku isn't really necessary, but it is very convenient. One reason is simply to get your content on your big screen TV, wherever it may be in your home, instead of your tablet or computer. Another reason is user experience. Example: If I subscribe to Netflix, Amazon Video, and Hulu, I can search on the Roku home screen for a movie or show and the Roku will instantly bring up the show from whatever subscription service it is on. One more reason is TV compatibility. Lots of people still have TVs that don't connect to the internet, a Roku will get Netflix or Amazon Video onto your TV.
Q: How is the 2016 better than previous roku streaming stick?
A: The short answer is the CPU on this one is way more powerful than the original, so it's on-par with the Roku 4 in terms of performance. I haven't experienced any lag yet.
Q: I have two HD tvs in separate rooms does that mean I need two separate Roku sticks ?
A: Yes, unless you wish to manually unplug it from one tv and plug it into the other one. This device is a receiver.
Q: whats the difference between roku and fire stick?
A: Other than the obvious, manufacturer. They are very similar but the Fire Stick offers a few more options than the Roku stick. I purchased both and felt that the Fire stick had a siperior user interface and was more aesthetically pleasing.
Q: What is the purpose of roku stick? How/what is it connected too?
A: In simplistic terms, the ROKU allows one, with a HDMI ported TV, and wifi high speed internet service, to receive streamed (canned if you will) TV programming. Most major networks offer free programming of this nature. Some programming, e.g. HGTV, might charge for its programming.
