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Exploring Home and Apartment Essentials with Roku: A Tech Tuesday Special
In this week’s tech segment, we’ll be diving into a range of products ideal for enhancing your home or apartment living. These innovative offerings come from Roku, the company initially recognized for its entertainment devices but now expanding its portfolio to cater to broader home needs.
Since its establishment in 2002, Roku has revolutionized the way we consume entertainment. Initially designed to stream Netflix content, Roku quickly emerged as a versatile platform, seamlessly integrating various subscription services and free content options. One of their latest devices, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K+, exemplifies their user-friendly approach. Simply plug it into an HDMI port, and you gain access to a vast array of content, along with the ability to add your preferred streaming services. Plus, it supports stunning 4K resolution on Enable TV’s. To make things even more convenient, the device includes a hands-free remote that can assist in locating itself if misplaced. Additionally, you can stream music from various music services directly to your devices and use your voice into the voice enabled remote to find Video and Audio features
Expanding beyond entertainment features, Roku has also ventured into home products. Their lineup includes the Smart Bulb SE, a set of app-controlled light bulbs, and the Smart Light Strip, a versatile strip that can be installed under or on top of cabinets, offering 16 feet of customizable, app-controlled lighting. Both these products provide seamless integration with the Roku Smart Home App.
One of the most exciting additions to Roku’s home product range is the New Home Monitoring System SE. This DIY wireless system enables you to monitor movement and track the opening of doors and windows. It includes a keypad for easy arming and disarming, all conveniently controlled through the Smart Home App. You have the option to monitor the system yourself or subscribe to a service that notifies you of any detected intrusions or alerts authorities if you fail to respond. The kit comes with five essential pieces to get you started and is remarkably affordable, retailing at just $99. Moreover, you can monitor your home directly from the Roku Smart Home App or from a Roku-enabled TV. It even offers the capability to control lighting or power off devices with the Roku remote.
Roku’s expansion into home products is aptly named “Welcome Home,” signifying their commitment to creating an all-encompassing home experience.