Roku Ultra | Streaming Media Player 4K/HD/HDR
Arrived and was setup within 30 minutes with all the apps i wanted. Hulu, amazon prime, sling, siriusxm, etc. Are all running fine and made me so glad i got the version with the ethernet port. Between this and the really strong antenna i got last month for local channels, i can now finally cut the cord. Goodbye blackouts due to contract negotiations every six months. Goodbye slowly increasing bills for dish. I was also able to connect to my plex server and watch across my network quickly and tested the usb connection to an external drive with media on it. Everything worked right out of the box. I have seldom been this happy with a piece of new tech so quickly.
The roku ultra 2019 is great as my previous 2018 and 2017 models. The 2018 and 2017 models is pretty much the same. Zero difference in performance between the two. I’m a geek who normally upgrades with each new model. I have followed this process since the original roku was first available. I like the ultra for the ethernet port, sd card slot, and tv controls on the remote. The 2019 model adds a mute button, and two two personal shortcut buttons. You have to use the voice command on the remote to set the two shortcut buttons as it is not an option in the settings to set this up via the menu. Some channels start a little faster than the 2018, some the same, and a couple a little slower. I’m hoping a later firmware update will help make it a little faster for the new 9.
The roku ultra 2019 version is the best roku experience i’ve ever had. Short list of features in the 2019 ultra over other models: 4k streaming, lowest loading time on apps, accepts media on usb thumb drives, remote finder, television volume mute, headphone port for private listening, two voice buttons to save common commands. Versions: regardless of how they’re marketed roku really has 3 major versions that matter. The first is a basic streaming stick, which is fine for people who want to try the service for the first time. The second is a premium streaming stick with volume control for your tv. This allows you to use only one remote for all your streaming, and i recommend this as the real entry point if price isn’t your top concern. The third version is a home hub with volume control. The ultra is the hub model, and it’s definitely a premium experience that you only pay more for when you’re sure you love this ecosystem. Why i upgraded: i was already happy with a premium roku stick with television volume, so upgrading to the ‘best’ version was eventually going to happen. The ultra 2019 offers a mute control – instead of having to hold the volume down.
So far, i haven’t noticed much difference between this 2019 model & the 2018. The remote is problematic- sometimes i hit a button & it performs the action incorrectly. I dislike the location of the mute button – it’s located on the side, right where my fingers touch it accidentally when holding the remote. So far i see no reason to upgrade to the 2019 ultra.
The 2019 roku ultra was a huge step up from our six year old roku 3. Set-up is super easy simply by following the clear quick start guide and then the on-screen prompts. If you have had rokus in the past, all of your existing apps will download as part of setup. Unfortunately, you will also get a bunch of other apps in the process too. You will have to delete these one by one. You will also have to re-sign in to each of your subscription services. This is tedious, but i suppose it’s necessary for security reasons. In operation, boot-up, navigation and app loading were all faster than on our old roku. Voice search and the ability to control basic tv functions from the remote are nice conveniences. A new feature that i particularly like is the presence of two programmable buttons on the remote.
Roku Ultra is our top of the line player with a powerful quad core processor and our best wireless. Whether you’re watching in HD, 4K, or HDR, you’ll enjoy picture quality that’s optimized for your TV with sharp detail and vivid color. The enhanced voice remote features new personal shortcut buttons for one touch control, Premium JBL headphones for private listening, and TV controls. Get to your favorite entertainment faster than ever with channels that launch in a snap and enjoy features like lost remote finder, USB and micro SD ports, and an Ethernet port for ultimate connectivity. Stream it all, including free TV, live news, sports, and more; never miss award winning shows, the latest blockbuster hits, and more; access 500,000+ movies and TV episodes; stream what you love and cut back on cable TV bills. Enjoy free TV: stream live TV, 24/7 news, sports, movies, shows, and more on the Roku channel, plus a huge collection of free entertainment from top channels on Featured Free. The free Roku mobile app turns your iOS or android device into the ultimate 4K streaming companion; control your Roku Media Player, use voice search, enjoy private listening, and more on iOS and Android. Automatic software updates.
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| Roku Ultra Streaming Media Player 4K/HD/HDR 2019 with Premium JBL Headphones | Roku Streaming Stick+ | HD/4K/HDR with Long-range Wireless and Voice Remote | Roku Premiere HD/4K/HDR Streaming Media Player with Simple Remote and HDMI Cable | Roku Express HD Streaming Media Player 2019 | |
| Access to 500,000+ movies and TV episodes, with search across 1,000+ top channels | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connect to TV via | HDMI | HDMI | HDMI (Premium HDMI cable included) | HDMI |
| Picture quality | 1080p HD, 4K UHD up to 2160p at 60 fps, HDR 10, HLG | 1080p HD, 4K UHD up to 2160p at 60 fps, HDR 10, HLG | 1080p HD, 4K UHD up to 2160p at 60 fps, HDR 10, HLG | Up to 1080p HD |
| Supported Audio | DTS Digital Surround, Dolby Audio and Dolby ATMOS pass through over HDMI, Digital stereo over HDMI | DTS Digital Surround, Dolby Audio and Dolby ATMOS pass through over HDMI, Digital stereo over HDMI | DTS Digital Surround, Dolby Audio and Dolby ATMOS pass through over HDMI, Digital stereo over HDMI | DTS Digital Surround, Dolby Audio and Dolby ATMOS pass through over HDMI, Digital stereo over HDMI |
| Voice remote with TV power and volume buttons | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Works with Alexa and the Google Assistant | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Internet connectivity | 802.11ac MIMO dual-band wireless | 802.11ac MIMO dual-band wireless | 802.11bgn single-band wireless | 802.11bgn single-band wireless |
| Long-range wireless receiver for up to 4x the range | ✓ | |||
| JBL headphones, remote finder, personal shortcut buttons, headphone jack, microSD/USB/Ethernet ports | ✓ | |||
| Free Roku mobile app to control your player, watch The Roku Channel, use private listening | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Features and Spesification
- New Disney and Apple TV are now streaming on all Roku devices
- Power, picture, performance: Roku Ultra lets you stream free, live and premium TV over the Internet; right on your 4K TV; Roku’s top of the line media player with a quad-core processor and our best wireless, Roku Ultra is perfect for heavy streaming in HD, 4K, and HDR
- Ultimate connectivity: No matter what you’re streaming, enjoy a strong connection with dual-band wireless or use the Ethernet port for wired streaming
- Brilliant picture quality: Experience your favorite TV in stunning detail and clarity; Perfect for HD, HDR, and 4K streaming, enjoy picture that’s optimized for your TV with sharp resolution and vivid color
- Take control of your TV: Use your voice to set personal shortcuts for one-touch control, search across channels, turn captions on, and more with the enhanced voice remote; plus, enjoy private listening with the included Premium JBL headphones and TV controls
- Fully loaded: It’s got all the bells and whistles, including channels that launch in a snap, lost remote finder, USB and micro SD ports; You can stream from movies and series on Apple TV, Prime Video, Netflix, Disney , The Roku Channel, HBO, Showtime and Google Play to cable alternatives like Hulu with Live TV
- Endless entertainment: Stream it all, including free TV, live news, sports, and more; never miss award-winning shows, the latest blockbuster hits, and more; access 500,000+ movies and TV episodes; stream what you love and cut back on cable TV bills
- Enjoy free TV: Stream live TV, 24/7 news, sports, movies, shows, and more on The Roku Channel, plus a huge collection of free entertainment from top channels on Featured Free
- The free Roku mobile app: Turn your iOS or Android device into the ultimate companion; control your Roku media player or Roku TV, use voice search, enjoy private listening, and more on iOS and Android
- Automatic software updates: Get the most up to date software including all the latest features and available channels without even thinking about it
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