ROKU TV PERFECT ADDITION TO GUEST ROOM AND CAN'T BEAT THE $$$$$
935822
I bought this TV on the July 12th sale.  I had bought another one which was the later year model and really like it.  So for the great price of around $100+ how could I go wrong.  Both TV's went in guest bedrooms.  Not sure what the difference is yet in the two sets because they look the same to me but I am sure the later has some updates.  I had read reviews on the TV's came broken in shipping but mine was shipped well.  This one has a glass base where the newer model has two plastic legs.  So that is a difference I can see so far.  Do I care about that....no.  Some people mentioned that there was light coming from the edge of the screen but haven't noticed that either.  I feel the pictures is very clear and the sound is fine as well.  Now if I were paying a lot more money I might be a little more critical or pay attention more but for the price this TV is great.  The size is fine for the 3rd bedroom.  I do not have cable hooked up to this bedroom so the items that Roku has set up on this screen are just perfect since I have Hulu, Netflix and Amazon Prime.  I do say that I did delete one app that I clicked on which has sexy/nudity movies offered.  My grandson will be watching this TV so no thank you to that nor am I interested.  But deleting was very easy as well.  So far - so good.  If for some reason I have any issues, I will surely add to this review.  But for now I am enjoying this additional TV for my guest and family.
2135882
I bought this tv on sale at Costco a couple of months ago. I LOVE it. I'm a college kid and just rent a room from someone, so this is the only tv I have and works perfect for everything I need.
I love hooking it up to my macbook pro (the back of the tv has a built in computer vga cable input) and using it for streaming things from the internet, or just to have some extra desktop space while doing big graphic design projects.
The picture quality is great - clear, bright colors.
The sound isn't just incredible, but is great for a small TV. I'm considering getting some external speakers though for when I want to boost the bass - but the built in speakers do the job well and are plenty loud for everyone in the room to hear (I NEVER have to turn it up all the way).
The interface for switching between Computer/TV/Wii works great - I enjoy the menu gui that is semi-transparent while still showing whatever you have playing behind it.
Aesthetically speaking, this is a beautiful machine... I adore the red "rose black" color with the clear see-through framing (and pedestal) around it - very fun.
Overall I highly recommend this TV. Perfect size for dorm/kitchen/bedroom use, and not so small that you couldn't use it in the living room if you want to have a nice quality tv on a lower budget.

Update: 4/18/11
I've now had this for about a year and still no complaints. For Christmas I got a blu-ray player, so that has only added to my fun of owning my first HD tv (no matter how small :-)). Mostly just used for watching blu-rays/DVD's and playing my Wii/Netflix instant stream. I'm sure the actual "tv" part is still fine, I just never watch broadcast and stick with internet streaming.
STILL A GOOD BUY, although I'm sure they are always coming out with newer stuff :-)
3459171
I bought my first Roku player in 2010 when I was traveling a lot and cut the cable from satellite TV.  I bought it for Netflix streaming, then discovered Hulu Plus for current TV shows and for about $18 a month (and internet service which I would have regardless) I could watch just about everything I wanted on my own schedule with limited or no commercials.

Since then I've discovered Amazon streaming with thousands of movies and TV shows available for free with my Prime membership and new release films available for rent or purchase.  the Roku news channel has news from all over the globe, Vudu for movies and TV shows, Crackle with tons of free movies, and lots of other free channels with classic and independent movies for just about any taste.

There's also music from Pandora and now Spotify - there is even a channel (Roku holiday) that turns your TV into a relaxing fireplace (with option for Christmas music as well).  That was a big hit at a Christmas party!

Our original Roku now resides in the bedroom and I had been using the internet streaming options on our blu-ray player in the living room.  But I wasn't happy with the clunky interface and lack of channel options so I upgraded our living room to this newer HD model Roku.  Same features and channels I love about my original Roku but faster responsiveness with the remote, games available (Angry Birds on the big screen is way better than my phone!), and it's about half the size of our original box.

This is a fantastic product and the deal with the HDMI player is the lowest price I've seen for this model.  A great buy.
3654545
Ordered the Roku HD, have a nice standard definition tv that's in great shape, but only could get whatever the Verizon gods deemed of value. Wanted to be able to stream videos from my Amazon Prime account, and Hulu, on the tv rather than just my laptop.
Got the Roku in one day (thank you, Ontrac!). Set up was easy. Went online to complete setup, and was up and running in no time at all. Sound is great, better than the fiber optic service I have. Picture quality is excellent. Best $60 I have ever spent!
2867301
We received this Roku TV as a gift. That said, I would have happily bought it. The setup and interface of Roku devices are very intuitive. We have other devices, such as a Blu-Ray player and other TV, which have similar types of interfaces for streaming from Amazon or Netflix. But the Roku responsiveness is just better.

It took less than 20 min from unpacking to having the device fully set up with all the desired channels added. My spouse is not tech savvy and without any issue she's been able to navigate through the Roku screens to find shows. This is a fantastic TV.
1950653
I have a competing product, but the price point was compelling so I bought this one for a lightly watched bedroom based TV.  It had a slightly longer cable and I needed it.  Very pleased.  Placed it in a south facing window four feet off the floor.  We get 49 channels, but the big 4 were the ones that I wanted and they are pristine.  A review of the TV Guide App shows a very high percentage of channels received for my zip code.  Plus the Heroes channel that they don't show.  Who doesn't love The Rat Patrol?  Also, get 5 or 6 PBS channels that I watch off and on.  I bought the 50 mile version because off some trees in the sight line and heavy rains that are common here.  Easy install and works with older TVs courtesy of the two option power amp (USB or 110v plug).  With two PC based TV cards in the house one of my PCs may become a DVR replacement.  That will save $20 a month for the old Verizon box. $240 a year will pay for Amazon Prime and Netflix. Sent one to my daughter I like this one so much.  Will be a Christmas gift for several folks.  Cut the cord! Your mom did and you survived it!
1 3.1 WEDU-PBS
2 3.2 V Me  Spanish
3 3.3 WEDU World
4 3.4 WEDU +
5 8.1 WFLA-NBC 1080i
6 8.2 Me TV
7 10.1 WTSP-CBS 1080i
8 10.2 WTSP-SD
9 10.3 WTSP-JN
10 13.1 FOX 720p
11 13.2 Movies!
12 13.3 Buzzr
13 13.4 Heroes
14 16.1 WUSF-PBS
15 16.2 WUSF-Kids
16 16.3 WUSF-Create
17 16.4 WUSF-Knowledge
18 18.1 WSVT-LD 1080i
19 22.1 WCLF-TV 1080i
20 22.2 CTNi  Spanish
21 22.3 CTN
22 22.4 Lifesty
23 28.1 WFTS-HD-ABC 720HD
24 28.2 WFTS
25 28.3 WFTS D3
26 30.1 WTAM LD1  Spanish
27 30.2 WTAM LD2  Spanish
28 30.3 WTAM LD3  Spanish
29 30.4 WTAM LD4  Spanish
30 32.1 WMOR-TV 1080i
31 32.2 this TV
32 32.3 ESTRELL  Spanish
33 38.1 WTTA 720P
34 38.2 COZI
35 44.1 WTOG-CW 1080i
36 44.2 Decades
37 50.1 WFTT-DT  Spanish
39 50.2 Bounce
40 50.3 Get-TV
41 50.4 Escape
42 62.1 WVEA-DT  Spanish
43 62.2 LATV  Spanish
44 66.1 ION 720p
45 66.2 Qubo
46 66.3 IONlife
47 66.4 Shop
48 66.5 QVC
49 66.6 HSN
2822592
My family and I have been using out 40" TCL-Roku tv for approximately a month now and it has worked flawlessly since we received it. The setup was seamless, from its ability to recognize the components plugged into the system/available on our home network, to designating the various components for easier recognition, to final setup, everything was smooth. The system integrated easily with our cable and online services and imported most of our data from the wireless system. The color and clarity of this tv is comparable to our other tv (40" 1080p LG LCD) but there are many features that would maximize the image and picture quality of the TCL/Roku tv. Additionally, the ability to use the iPhone remote app is another very useful and cool feature. We did not set up the front retaining clips for the base, as one broke when attempting to install it, but the tv is so light we don't anticipate needing these clips. Overall, we love this tv and will continue to use it.
1737279
I bought the Roku 2 XD shortly after getting a Netflix account, and a week later I canceled my cable subscription!  I used to pay $140 a month for hundreds of channels I never watched....  NOW I pay $7.99 a month for unlimited movies and TV shows OF MY CHOICE on Netflix, plus I added several other free movie and specialty channels from the online Channel Store!  Set-up of the Roku was a breeze, the device works flawlessly and is a joy to use, and I'm no longer a slave to my local cable company.  Life is good!  Thanks, Roku, for an amazing product!!!  HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

By the way, if you are trying to synch your Roku player with a Logitech Harmony Remote but can't find the device listed, I have the answer!  The Roku players' remote codes are found in the "Select A Device" Menu under Music Players >> Digital Music Server.  Scroll down the list of manufacturers till you find Roku.  Enter your Roku model number, and voila!  When you then update your remote, all the Roku's commands will be transferred to the appropriate buttons on your Harmony remote. (I have no idea why Roku players are listed under Music Players, but there you have it.)
4563993
My 3rd Apple TV in the apartment! should say enough!

Beats Roku/amazon/google's units.  at $60... you cannot beat that price.  My friend has the Amazon stick thing and he hates it! My brother has the google chrome and it is a pain to get it to work.
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I live in teh sticks where cable is not available. We got by for quite a while on broadcast TV and that was pretty good but not great. As soon as we got a reasonable fast internet connection (1.5 meg) I joined Netflix and started streaming on an x-box. A month later, the x-box wanted 50 bucks to keep streaming and another 50 or so every year after that. I spent that much on this Roku and don't have any subscription fees. The interface is very intuitive. There are very few buttons, but it doesn't seem like a chore to work through the menus at all.
18982
This Roku devive adds a lot to your video entertainment capabilities.  Get feeds to all the popular news channels, Hulu, Amazon Prime Videos, and Netflix sent directly to my TV with it's built in WiFi capabilities.  Also streams over 100 channels to my TV, most of them free.  A reall bargain iat about $55 dollars If you're into streaming entertainment.  It's definately as must have for me.
3815593
I bought the roku , as I was tired of high cable bills , not being able to see all my favorite programs etc. I can now watch virtually any program I like, and all the rest. It has channels such as radio stations etc . I love it . The only improvements I would like to see in future is a logitech revue (google tv) type roku box that sells for much cheaper than 300. that and nfl tv streaming as well as espn.com or something like that
3042288
I purchased this TV at Costco for a tiny bit more than the amazon sale price and I still feel like it's an incredible deal! My family are tv/movie people  and this TV has everything we need. It's fun to have a TV you can personalize all the wall from apps/channels/devices to your home theme. Picture quality is wonderful, it has a very easy layout and the remote is simple but sweet. One thing I wish is the remote not have pre-set buttons like Netflix, amazon... but have numbers so the user could choose? My daughter is young and is constantly going to apps we don't use. Overall I LOVE this tv, we shopped around for a long time and I am very happy with our choice.
We purchased the 40 inch and have since not been able to use our kitchen table because of feet being so wide. We have purchased a wall mount so hopefully it will free up some precious space in our tiny home.
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My experience with the set has been nothing but positive.  I purchased a 40" from Amazon last year and found this 32" at my local Sam's Club this spring.  Now that I have the secondary rooms taken care of, I am hoping they release a 4K version for my family room.  The experience of Roku integration cannot be beat!
287800
Cut the CORD the other day, using the Roku3 (& the 4 channel Tablo DVR & Mohu amplified antenna for OTA HD broadcasts). This was the easiest thing to setup!!  I plugged it into the HDMI port on my HDTV, and followed a few steps of setup. I started a Roku account just prior to plugging the Roku in, but that is not necessary, you can do it as part of the install. I even hesitate to call it an "install" as it was a straight forward even-a-non-tech-noob could do it, in mere minutes.

OK, so how does it perform? I set it to stream 1080p (720p is the other choice & is an easy menu selection) & connected to my wireless network. I have 100 Mbps Internet (yes, even on the wireless most of the time) & streaming to 2 HDTV and a laptop was smooth. The video is crisp and clear. Watched a few movies with 5.1 surround and that worked nicely too. Spent some enjoyable time looking at the available channels. Chose a bunch and started checking some of them out.

Wish I had Cut the CORD before this, then again, some of this fine hardware is just getting dialed-in about now. If you are on the fence about the CORD thing, check one of these Rokus out. I have a few other HDTVs that will probably get outfitted with the Roku Stick. For now, in the Home Theatre and the Master Bedroom, the Roku3 rocks. Not having to point the remote at the Roku (it is wireless) is refreshing, and I have already found use for the headphones (connected to the remote) feature, and the voice search using the remote.

Pretty feature laden, video and audio is clear and crisp. SOLD!
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We use it to stream Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon videos, and a few other channels.  It was easy to set up and configure.  The price was very competitive and so far we've had no issues.  We have had a problem with the NBC channel stopping a lot to buffer, but I suspect the channel and not the Roku.

Would I buy again, sure.  Would I suggest to friend, already have and they're happy too.
3854121
Great tv for the price.  You essentially save 70 bucks by not needing a media box AND you get a decent size tv with a pretty good picture.  Great tv for the bedroom.  As a long-time Roku user (since the very first product they released) the interface is almost identical to that of the boxes and functions much better than your average smart tv.  It's centered around the Roku functionality and other inputs are accessed from within the Roku interface, but this is an easy thing to get used to.