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Dec 3, 2022 4:02 AM
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expired Posted by SlickDealio | Staff • Dec 3, 2022
Dec 3, 2022 4:02 AM
Select Walmart Stores: Roku Ultra LT 2021 4K HDR Dolby Vision Streaming Device
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I figured it out. The settings are hidden under Settings > Remotes & Devices > Remotes > Voice Remote > Set up remote for TV control
I started with Roku from their Roku2 version. Each upgraded model over time rendered the HDCP error at random. I switched out cables, using the best that monoprice offered, tried different hdmi ports but still no luck. The fix was to power down the roku and have it go through a reboot.
Last year, out of frustration, I purchased Apple TV 4K model. So, same tv, same cable, no more HDCP issue. Over time, i now have replaced all my Rokus with Apple TV streamers. I do miss the roku simplicity but have gotten used to Apple TV.
This is just a perspective, not a bash of roku. If you plan to get one, just be aware of this HDCP bug.
I received a hand-me-down of an NVidia shield TV. Ran it with default setting and it's been chugging without any problems.
Due to the recent BF steal, my wife upgraded me to the Pro model. Sadly, it's wrapped and under the tree. No experience with this baby yet.
I get it, shield is in a different price point. Save your hard earn money and give the shield a shot and let me know what you think.
If you care about cutting the cord with out subscriptions, Roku has better free curated content. Roku with headphone support is pretty slick. Owning an apple TV will give you the best "show me all my apps" interface and a modern remote that you will easily lose and has low tactile feel. If you watch YouTube a lot, get a Chromecast to get a YouTube app with no ads. If you want a box that works best offline for vehicle(RV, mini van) use with your own curated content, get a chromecast... You can connect it to an SD card, run Kodi and have a library of movies on the go. apple and Roku imo are too much of a pain to customize.
For performance, Apple fan boys will say, but this version is 2 seconds faster to launch YouTube... Well guess what "since you don't have a YouTube, Netflix or Disney+ button on the physical remote... You need those extra seconds to actually get to the app and launch it instead of 1 button press on remote like others have".
Speed is relative.. are we talking about remote control launch speed process, app startup speed or voice launch speed process because they are different for all and I'd argue that the physical remote is king especially for elderly and developing children.
My reco per priority:
Chromecast: ad free YouTube, offline media box use, maximum universal remote functions, finding new curated content per your habits, Google assistant bias, gphotos ambiance mode
apple: slick interface flex, air pod connectivity, iphone screen sharing, icloud photo screensaver
roku: cable cutter wanting to minimize paid subscriptions, durable and tactile remote for young and elderly, simplest interface
fire stick: Alexa assistance bias
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If ONN is the Android TV then it's really up to personal preference. Roku is just a very simple and clean UI. Android TV is more fun for techies who want to play with stuff like sideloading and also has decent support for game streaming.
The Roku 4 had a few batches that had thermal issues. I know they replaced some later one, but they did not replace my Roku 4 because they did not think it was one of these batches that had thermal issues. So that is kinda why I still used my Roku 3 for a long time.
Then near the start of COVID-19, I bought an extra Roku remote from Walmart, and volume down and mute buttons broke on this remote after about three months. I tried to get it warrantied out, but they kept on telling me that the warranty is for items bought from Roku.com. They told me to go back to the retailer to get a replacement or order from Roku.com, but the retailer said it was past their return policy. The retailer said to contact Roku about it. So I kept on getting nowhere. Luckily the remote was only around $20.
That is kinda why when these come sale during Black Friday, I buy a Roku unless I do not think is worth the upgrade. I do not want to get hit by an expensive hit from their policy issue.
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All in all I am pleased. Thanks to the OP.
Ih....It also is working my set (vizio) volume. Auto detected the set.