STREAMING
WHAT IS A STREAMING MEDIA DEVICE?
Streaming media devices connect your TV or home theater to the internet, enabling you to stream content through various streaming services.
WHAT IS A SMART TV?
Smart TVs, also called connected TVs, are television sets with integrated internet connectivity and interactive web features. These features enable users to stream music and videos, browse the internet, and view photos. Smart TVs combine computers, televisions, and digital media players with built-in streaming apps.
STREAMING DEVICES OVERVIEW
Roku Features
User-Friendly Interface - The Roku TV has an easy-to-navigate interface, making locating the content you want to watch simple. Also, the interface is customizable, allowing users to rearrange and remove channels as per their desire.
Large Content Library - Roku TV has a massive content library with popular movies, TV episodes, live TV channels, and more. The device also enables 4K and HDR content, which leads to a more immersive viewing experience.
Voice Control - The voice command feature makes it easy to find and watch your favorite content without having to type in the commands manually. With voice capability, users can also turn the TV on /off or adjust the volume, making the viewing experience even easier.
The Benefits of Roku TV
Screen Mirroring - Roku TV supports screen mirroring, which allows users to display content from their smartphones or tablets on their TV screens. This feature is useful for sharing content with friends and relatives.
Simpler Interface - While most modern network devices have easy-to-use interfaces, Roku TV is generally considered simpler and more intuitive than Amazon Fire TV, making it a better choice for non-tech-savvy users.
Universal Search - Roku TV has a universal search feature that allows end-users to search for content across multiple apps and channels at once, making it easier to find the specific movie or TV show that you want to watch.
Roku Streaming Stick+
EASY START-UP - Plug it in, connect to the internet, and start streaming.
LONG-RANGE WI-FI—The long-range wireless receiver provides extended range and a stronger signal for smooth streaming even in rooms farther from your router.
VOICE ASSISTANTS - Works with Siri, Alexa, and Hey Google.
PICTURE QUALITY - Enjoy picture quality that’s optimized for your TV with sharp resolution and vivid color.
Roku Streaming Stick - Portable 4K/HDR/Dolby Vision
SUPER FAST START-UP
PORTABLE
LONG RANGE WI-FI - Enjoy fast, no-buffering TV streaming in any room with a strong Wi-Fi connection.
VOICE SEARCH & CONTROL - You can quickly search, play entertainment, and control your streaming device.
VOICE ASSISTANTS - Works with Siri, Alexa, and Hey Google.
TV PICTURE - Stream in 4K, Dolby Vision, and HDR10 plus with sharp resolution and vivid color.
Roku Device and power cord plug into HDMI port on the backside of a TV.
Amazon Fire TV Features
Dolby Atmos Audio - Amazon Fire TV comes with Dolby Atmos audio support, providing a cinematic audio experience for users with compatible sound systems. This feature enhances the overall experience and provides a more immersive sound experience, especially for movies and TV shows that support 3D audio.
Parental Controls - Amazon Fire TV provides a useful feature to set up parental controls to restrict access to certain content and limit screen time for their children. This feature can help parents ensure that their children only access age-appropriate content on the device.
Low-Cost Gaming - Amazon Fire Stick offers a range of low-cost gaming options for casual gamers, including free games and paid titles. This makes it affordable for users who want to play games on their TV. The device supports a variety of game controllers, including a Fire TV Game Controller.
The Benefits Of Amazon TV
Alexa Integration - The integration of Alexa makes Amazon Fire TV a more versatile device than others on the market, as it can be used to control other smart TV app home devices and access Amazon’s range of services, making it a feature for all.
Gaming Support - As mentioned above, Amazon Fire TV’s gaming support is a unique feature that sets it apart from others, making it a good choice for users who are interested in gaming on their TV. The device supports a wide range of games and even has its own game controller for a more immersive gaming experience.
More Powerful Processor - Amazon Fire TV generally has a more powerful processor, allowing users to experience faster load times and smoother performance. This is especially important for users who frequently stream high-quality content or play games on their TV.
Streaming service shortcuts on the remote
Great for basic streaming
Works with Alexa
Does not support 4K Streaming. If you want this enhanced feature, you will need to purchase the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
4K playback with Dolby Vision for top video quality
Robust storage space to hold more apps and games
Fastest navigation speed
Voice-controlled Alexa remote
A Fire TV device and power cord are plugged into the HDMI port on the back of a TV.