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Streaming Stick Roku Ready MHL Version - Purple
Average Customer Rating:
3.6
Rating breakdown 34 reviews
5 Stars
16
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
4
1 Star
6
56%of customers recommend this product.
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19 out of
34)
Customer Reviews for Streaming Stick Roku Ready MHL Version - Purple
Customer Rating
5
Better then the bult-in Smart TV application
on October 31, 2013
Posted by: JetSpeed
from Salt Lake City, UT
Gender:Male
Using Roku's website it's easy to research if your TV's make and model has MHL-HDMI capability, most TV's with MHL clearly list the feature on the box and literature.
The Streaming Stick could not be easier to install (just plugs into MHL-HDMI port), set-up is a breeze by following the menu and the device couldn't be easier to use, your TV's remote controls the functions just like it came installed from the factory, but the Roku's available programming is extensive, more so than any other I've seen.
You can use the slick Smartphone app to control the Streaming Stick.
My only small concern is that the device remains powered up even after the TV is powered off and the little Streaming Stick stays fairly warm to the touch.
I had been using a Samsung BluRay device for video streaming and it proved to be a lesson in frustration, it was slow to boot up and respond to commands and would constantly re-buffer when playing HD video content even though I have plenty of Internet bandwidth and a capable N Dual band WiFi router, the Roku in comparison is brilliant with instant response and never any re-buffering.
Final thought is that: Unlike the Smart TV aplications built-in to televisions this device can be (easily and inexpensively) unplugged and replaced should it ever become physically obsolete, it does automatically check for and install any software updates on a daily basis.
I couldn't be any happier with this Streaming Stick.
I couldn't be any happier with this Streaming Stick.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
5
Awesome!
on December 9, 2013
Posted by: sallyann7
from Colorado Springs, CO
Gender:Female
Exactly as described, a whiz to install :) Works great on my Roku ready TV.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
5
Works Great
on March 28, 2014
Posted by: cimmay
from Seattle, WA, United States
Gender:Male
It is used to watch live NHL hockey games and Netflix. Always ready to go, no booting up needed. My DSL WiFi modem radio is setup to broadcast signal at 20% power to keep neighbors off of it. The Roku does well with that. I also setup MAC authentication for security and no problems. It does not do well with hidden WiFi or with modem based firewall, so those are not used. One thing is I don't know how Roku can say it has 1000 channels, I see about 30, and most of them are subscription. Since NHL and Netflix has so much, it's not a big problem. I just hope Roku supports the device for at least 15 more years, my TV is brand new and I got this one because it's Roku Ready.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
5
Streaming Stick packs a punch
on December 2, 2013
Posted by: Yay4Roku
from Minneapolis, MN, United States
Gender:Female
The Steaming Stick/3M projector combo is a great space saver for a small city apartment that offers a multitude of viewing options for us non-tv owners. Roku has introduced me to new news organizations, great movies, and tv shows. I just purchased the Roku 2 as a gift for my mom. Whatever Roku you decide to purchase, you'll love it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
1
Horrible product
on June 29, 2014
Posted by: Kate101
from Pelham, NH, United States
Gender:Female
I bought this a few months ago and had to return the first one I bought because it didn't work. I exchanged it for a new one to see if the product was any good. It worked for a few weeks then stopped. It doesn't work well at all. I tried to contact customer service on chat and it was going to take 3 hours to talk to a person. Not worth it at all. I'll just bring the thing back.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
1
Should have been made for HDMI
on October 18, 2013
Posted by: TL3411
from Atlanta, GA
Gender:Male
Before you buy, remember this: If your TV doesn't have an mhl port, you are forced to buy an adapter that costs around 20 bucks before you can use the Streaming Stick. MHL is a nice thing to have, but it's still in its infancy and most people with newer TV's only have HDMI ports to work with. So on top of the cost of the Streaming Stick, you have to shell out another 20 bucks or so for an adapter. I appreciate Roku providing an option to compete with their competitors, but they made a big mistake by going the mhl route that only a few manufacturers of the newest TV's even offer. Big mistake Roku, big mistake. If you're going to spend this much for the stick, why not spend a few extra bucks and get the Roku 3 that comes with a remote and cable?
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
3
Great little Stick!
on December 26, 2013
Posted by: 52Ray
from Mason City, IA, United States
Gender:Male
I thought i was getting something that i could watch over a 1000 channels and now that i have it you have to PAY EXTRA to watch most of them! :(
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com
Customer Rating
2
Connectivity Problem Many Times
on May 10, 2014
Posted by: Firoz
from Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
Gender:Male
I bought 3 week back I am not happy with connectivity while I have 15mbps speed
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from roku.comBy Roku Team, roku.com, May 13, 2014
We're sorry you're having problems with your Streaming Stick. Have you contacted our support team? We will be happy to help you fix the issue and send you an HDMI extender if needed. Please email us at help@roku.com or use our live chat at support.roku.com, available 24/7.
Roku Team
Roku Team
Written by a customer while visiting roku.com