Roku has announced the Roku 3, the latest version of its flagship
media player that will go on sale online Wednesday for $99.
The company says that the new player is the fastest and most
powerful streaming player to-date. It features a new interface, a
remote with built-in headphone jack for private listening.
The new Roku interface features a streamlined layout to provide
quicker access 750+ channels. The Roku Channel Store and Search are
now fully integrated into the home screen, and both have been
redesigned.
The new interface will also automatically roll out as a free
software update in April to all Roku 2 models, Roku HD (model
2500), Roku LT and the Roku Streaming Stick.
The Roku 3 replaces the Roku 2 XS but will still have the ability
to do the same types of functions, including showing full 1080p HD
video and the capability of 7.1 and 5.1 surround sound. The device
will also be capable of connecting to the Internet through an
Ethernet port, it comes with USB ports and it'll also have a
microSD card slot.
The Roku 3 is available now for $99.99 in the U.S. through
Roku.com, Amazon.com and several other leading online retailers. It
will be available at major retail chains beginning in April.
Specifications
- Networking: 802.11 dual-band (a/b/g/n compatible) with WEP, WPA, and WPA2 support
10/100 Base-T Ethernet
- Video Outputs: 480p,
720p,
1080p
- Audio Output: Digital over HDMI (7.1 and 5.1 surround pass through)
- Storage Expansion: microSD card slot for additional game and channel storage
- Remote Control: Roku 3 enhanced remote with headphone jack and motion-control (uses Wi-Fi Direct)
Streaming player includes IR receiver (compatible with various universal remotes)
- Power Consumption: Less than 3.5W (typical) when streaming HD video
- Power Input: 12V – 1A power adapter
Video: MP4 (H.264), MKV (H.264)Audio: AAC, MP3Image: JPG, PNG
- Size: 3.5 x 3.5 x 1 inches
- Weight: 5 ounces