How can I access the original free Hulu on my Roku streaming player? I just see Hulu Plus.
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I don't know of a way to do it directly. However, using PlayOn a person can use a Roku to access anything their PC can access. PlayOn is basically set up on the PC and a PlayOn channel is set up on the Roku. Then the home network is used to by the Roku to access the content on the PC. PlayOn does cost a little but they do have a "lifetime" option which makes it quite cheap. Also, they have a Roku/PlayOn bundle that I wish I'd known about before purchasing a Roku.
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Hulu (Free) is only available on PC. Hulu Plus is what is available as an app for media streaming on 3rd party devices such cell phones, smart tvs and "Roku."You do have the ability to use other apps on your "Roku" such as: "Playon" & also "Plex." These apps allow you to stream what is already playing on your PC, and stream it over to the Roku. It essentially turns your PC into a server and the Roku into the client/receiver. In this manner, you could theoretically watch Hulu for free by playing it on your PC first.
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If you can currently stream content ( say from Hulu or Netflix ) from the Internet, then I can think of no reason why a Roku would not work.
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Yes Pandora, Netflix, VUDU, Picasa, and Youtube. Don't know about Hulu plus.
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I went to Roku.com and looked through the channel store. It does have that channel available.
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I love Hulu plus for the fee we pay. I have Dish Network but don't even use it. The picture quality on Hulu plus is much better. The limited commercials aren't too bad either, short.
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Kate, It would be helpful to know which account you are talking about - Amazon? Hulu? Netflix? I'll assume you're using Netflix. When your Roku was first connected to your TV, someone had to enter your password information in order to connect to and use Netflix. I'm guessing someone else did this for you. This information is now stored in the Roku and you are automatically connected to your Netflix account when you turn on the Roku and click on the Netflix icon. Unfortunately, anyone who knows your password can go to the Netflix site on the internet, log on with your information, and watch instant streaming on their own PC, laptop, Roku, or whatever, anywhere at any time. Those "two videos playing simultaneously" on your account means that there are most certainly other people using your Netflix account. I suggest you speak to whoever helped you set up your Roku, or anyone else who has access to your password. If you are paying for the Netflix account, you have the option to contact Netflix and ask them to help you set up a new account with new password info. Perhaps you can even get them to walk you through entering the new information into your Roku, if you need help with that. Good luck, Kate. Sincerely, Kathy
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You can stream from many different apps including hula, you tube, crackle and many more. Remember this is wired not wireless so you will need a Ethernet cord from you internet modem to the player like the cords to your computer that you receive internet on. The price of 312 there showing right now has to be wrong, it goes from between 50 to 100 dollars
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You can watch HGTV shows on the computer. ABC family channel Secret Life of the American Teenager and many others are available via computer streaming. We switched to low cost basic cable, with Netflix and a free 30 day trial to Hulu Plus. Using this ROKU box, and streaming other programs through your computer, will give you a lot of low cost entertainment.Many are in perfect HD. I think HDTV is standard def.
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Yes you can, also Hulu, Netflix and Amazon. I have had no problem streaming these.
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Yes and no. Hulu offers some free content but most of it requires an account with plus. It wouldnt matter what tablet you used, this is just a feature of Hulu itself. That being said, you might run into issues with flash content not loading. If you do, download a browser with HTML5 support like the new dolphin browser beta. Hope this helps
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There are many channels that are free - if you like a lot of older movies and movies you never knew existed then you will love ROKU. I love movies period and I never run out of stuff to watch (except time to watch them) - from tech, news, episodes I never knew I would even like, old horror movies. Keep an open mind and you may be surprised at all the stuff that's available out there ( or ) you may find yourself just wasting time.
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Hi there, I bought a ROKU unit that uses wi-fi or direct plugin from your Internet source. The ROKU then provides access to Netflix, HULU and hundreds of other choices. Simple to use, and comes with handheld controller. Good luck and enjoy the awesome image quality from your new tv!
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Think of the Roku just like another service such as Comcast or U-verse. You can only watch content from channels that Roku offers. Currently Roku doesn't offer any of the channels mentioned I don't believe. Go to Roku's web site to see the complete listing of channels.
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No. once you buy the box, you own it without further fees. however, there are some channels that require paying a subscriber or one-time fee. For example, to stream netflix, you will need to subscribe and pay a monthly fee. The same applies to Hulu+. To access Amazon Prime Membership movies, you need to subscribe to Amazon Prime for about $80. However, there are many channels that are free that you can access on Roku and some which only require a one-time minimal fee of about $3.
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I have seen a few videos from network sites, however it uses to crash after a period of time, depending on the quality of the video images. never tried the Hulu app, however all video streaming apps that I tried, seems not work on the device (e.g. netflix)
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Yes, Mine hows these available: Kaboom, Pandora, Live 365, Spotfly, Thapsody, Podcaster, Also have games and movie choices: Blackjack, Quickmaster, Rockswap, etc. Hulu Plus, Netflix Great system, so glad I got it! Way cheaper than the options out there!
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Hi Bob, I don't have Amazon instant video myself, but I think I can help you. When you turn on your Roku, you'll see the Home screen first. Select the CHANNEL STORE icon and wait for it to load. Find the AMAZON INSTANT VIDEO icon, which is easy, it will be the second icon in the Most Popular category, and select it. Then select "add channel" and when the page loads, select "go to channel". You should now be at the page that says "welcome" at the top right. Now you can see your options. If you don't already have Amazon Prime, you can select the 30-day free trial option and follow the directions on the next page. If you have already purchased Amazon Prime, you can select the next option and follow the directions on the next page. It looks easier to me to use the second option "Get started on the Amazon website", so select that and then follow the directions. I hope this helps.