Google TV Streamer faces fresh competition as Roku launches its best stream

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• Roku has launched the latest iteration of its Ultra streaming box, called the Roku Ultra 2024.
• The Roku Ultra 2024 supports 4K HDR streaming and has a new remote with backlit buttons and USB-C charging.
• It integrates with Roku smart home devices, allowing voice control and access to cameras and smart lights directly from the TV.

Roku has launched its latest streaming device, the Roku Ultra 2024, coinciding with the release of the all-new Google TV Streamer. Both devices promise top-tier streaming experiences and the convenience of smart home functionality, setting the stage for a head-to-head clash between two industry giants.

The Roku Ultra 2024 is equipped with support for 4K resolution, HDR10 Plus, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos audio for an immersive viewing and listening experience. Roku claims that the Ultra 2024 is “more than 30% faster than other Roku players,” though it has not provided specifics on RAM or storage capacity. The device employs advanced machine learning to predict which app the user will open next, delivering the “snappiest app loading to date,” according to Roku.




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