Equipment for Streaming Video

For most people looking for an inexpensive way to stream movies and TV shows to their television, Roku will be the best choice for the following reasons:

• Low cost
• Wide selection of streaming content available
• Roku 2 XD and 2 XS stream at up to 1080p Hi-Def, highest streaming resolution available
• High degree of reliability
• Easy set up
• Strong Customer Service
• Excellent Neflix interface
• Can connect to older TV’s that don’t have a HDMI connection

View all the Roku models on Amazon by clicking here: Roku Streaming Players

The Roku 2 XS and 2 XD stream at 1080p Hi-Def, the lower priced Roku models stream to 720p Hi-Def. Many people are using Roku to eliminate their TV cable company altogether. You can stream Netflix, Hulu Plus, HBO GO and Amazon Instant Video – which provide access to tens of  thousands of  movies and TV episodes and enjoy a large monthly savings over cable TV and with vastly greater viewing choice. Additional available content includes NBA Gametime and NHL Gamecenter LIVE (subscriptions required), Pandora Radio and Roku Newscaster.  You get access to the most popular news sources such as NBC, CNN and FOX, plus channels featuring international and lifestyle programming, tech news, podcasts, cartoons, clips, and more.  Most importantly, you get to watch what you want when you want.

The top of the line 2 XS sells for 94.99 at the time of this writing and the 2 XD for $79. The lowest priced model is the LT for $49.99  Set up  is easy, the Roku connects to your router wirelessly (for which you need a wireless router). If you don’t have a wireless router, you can purchase the 2 XS which has a wired ethernet connection. You can have your Roku up and running in ten minutes.  If you have any problems with set up you can call Roku’s customer service line (no charge) and they’ll resolve your  issue. The Roku box is very small, just 4.9 x 4.9 x 1.2 inches.   

Roku 2 XS

The Roku 2 XS and Roku 2 XD provide the highest quality streaming available, up to 1080p in Hi-Def video. There are a few features of the Roku 2 XS that are not available on the Roku 2 XD or Roku 2 HD models, as follows:

• Enhanced RF remote provides motion control which is excellent for playing games
• FREE Angry Birds™ game
• Ethernet Port for Wired Connection

Click here to see prices and reviews for the Roku 2 XS

To view prices and reviews of all the Roku models, click the following link: Roku Streaming Players on Amazon