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  • Roku's Android app updated with user-created video streaming

    by 
    Timothy J. Seppala
    Timothy J. Seppala
    09.09.2013

    Just over a month after its iOS debut, video support for "Play on Roku" is now available for the streaming box's Android app. You'll need a second gen or newer Roku running at least software version 5.1 to push hand-crafted video from your Google gizmo, and then it only works with "select" Ice Cream Sandwich or later devices. Which ones? The company's blog lists the Samsung Galaxy S III and S4, HTC One, Nexus 4 and 2012's Nexus 7 tablet. You have one of those, right?

  • Roku's iOS app updated with user video streaming

    by 
    Richard Lawler
    Richard Lawler
    08.08.2013

    Roku introduced the "Play on Roku" feature to broadcast still images and music from mobile devices to its set-top box late last year, and now it's iOS app has added video support to the mix. Currently available only for user-recorded videos it's no AirPlay-replacement, but in the crowded media streamer market any extra functionality is welcome. As is the case with many recently introduced features on the platform, you'll need some of Roku's second gen or newer hardware to take advantage, but if you're properly equipped then just grab the update at the link below. Update: The Roku blog post also notes a 5.1 update is rolling out to those newer players that adds support for the FLAC and WAV audio formats.

  • Roku's official iOS and Android remote apps add 'Play on Roku' to stream music and pics

    by 
    Richard Lawler
    Richard Lawler
    09.20.2012

    Along with price and release date details of its new Streaming Stick plus the launch of Vudu, Roku is announcing upgrades for its mobile remote control apps. Hinted at earlier this year when software updates went out to its newer boxes preparing them for future upgrades, the updates for its official app on Android and iOS bring a new "Play on Roku" feature. While it's not quite as feature-filled as AirPlay or DLNA streaming, it will allow owners to present images (JPG or PNG) and DRM-free music files (MP3 or M4A) right through their home theater with the press of a button. The update also includes international support, the ability to name different Roku boxes, a one touch quick rewind button and a few other tweaks. Currently there's no support for video or anything else more complicated, but we're told this is a first step as it plans to build up the second screen experience going forward. Hit your respective app stores to try out the new feature yourself, or check out the press release and demo video after the break.