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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Roku's 65-inch QLED TV is half off at Amazon
All products featured here are independently selected by our editors and writers. If you buy something through links on our site, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. SAVE $600: As of June 3, the 65-inch Roku Pro Series QLED TV is on sale for $599.99 at Amazon. That's 50% off its usual price of $1,199.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku 65-inch Pro Series QLED TV $599.99 at Amazon $1,199.99 Save $600 Get Deal Finding a good and cheap QLED TV isn't hard in 2025. Finding a good and cheap gaming TV that can actually keep up with new graphics-heavy drops? That's another story. If you're specifically looking for a budget television 65 inches or larger, one solid option happens to be 50% off at Amazon: As of June 3, score the 65-inch Roku Pro Series QLED TV for $599.99. That's $600 off its original price of $1,199.99. SEE ALSO: What's the best time of year to buy a TV? Yes, there's an answer. Gamers will appreciate four HDMI inputs (two of which support 120Hz), an automatic gaming mode, and compatibility with Freesync Premium Pro. CNET's Ty Pendlebury particularly shouted out the low input lag on the Pro Series, noting that it has some of the best response times that CNET's team has seen in competing TVs recently. Picture quality-wise, the Roku Pro Series is pretty mid — this just isn't the punchiest combination of vibrant colors and deep blacks you'll find on a TV in this price range. However, the full array of local dimming zones and mini quantum dots at least promise to provide snappier color than any old LED TV you may be trying to get rid of. For scenery-heavy new releases like Atomfall or Mario Kart World, that'll be crucial for the playing experience. Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $79.99 (List Price $99.99) Amazon Fire TV 4-Series (43 inches, 2024) — $329.99 55-inch Sony Bravia 3 4K LED Smart Google TV (2024 Model) — $648.00 (List Price $699.99) Hisense 85-Inch Class U8 Series Mini-LED ULED 4K UHD Google Smart TV — $1,699.99 LG 65-inch Class UR9000 Series 4K Smart TV — $496.99 (List Price $629.99)
Tom's Guide
3 days ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Don't wait! This 65-inch Roku TV just fell to $599 — that's 50% off its usual price
If you've been searching for an affordable smart TV with a simple interface and a never-ending selection of streaming options, your time has come. The 65-inch Roku Pro Series just fell to $599 at Amazon. That's a full 50% off its usual price of $1,199, and according to Amazon's limited-time designation, this sale isn't going to last. The Roku Pro Series combines the simple-but-powerful Roku smart platform with the high-octane performance of a Mini-LED TV. As a Roku TV, it wears its streaming capabilities on its sleeve, but you might not be aware of the fact that it's a great set for gaming, also worth noting that the 75-inch version has crashed in price, too — all the way down to its lowest price ever, in fact. Right now, you can land the 75-inch Roku Pro Series for just $799 at Amazon. It's big-screen streaming for less. The Roku Pro Series is a budget-friendly Mini-LED 4K TV that offers a simple-but-powerful backdrop for all of your streaming needs. It's not the brightest mid-range TV, but quantum-dot color and Mini-LED backlighting make this TV a step above most TVs in its price range. Plus, there are enough gaming features here to satisfy both casual and dedicated gamers. Want something a little bigger? The 75-inch Roku Pro Series is just $799 at Amazon. That's its lowest price to date. The Pro Series sets itself apart from entry-level TVs with some much-appreciated hardware upgrades. For one thing, its addition of quantum dots allows for excellent color volume. For another, the Pro Series' Mini-LED backlighting gives it an edge when it comes to brightness and overall contrast. According to our test results, the Pro Series delivers over 1,200 nits of highlight brightness in HDR. For context, the entry-level Roku Plus Series — which doesn't come with Mini-LED backlighting — tops out at around 450 to 500 nits of HDR brightness. The Pro Series delivers over 1,200 nits of highlight brightness in HDR. The TV's built-in Roku features are obviously the main attraction here, but the Pro Series is also a pretty solid gaming companion, too. It arrives with two HDMI 2.1-compatible inputs that support 4K gaming up to 120Hz. That's the maximum 4K spec for current-generation consoles. In addition, the Pro Series supports Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro for ultra-smooth gaming. You can read more about this sneaky-good mid-range set in our full Roku Pro Series TV review. That said, I wouldn't wait too long to pounce on this one — Amazon has branded the listing with a limited-time deal tag, indicating that it's probably gonna tick back up in price soon.
CNET
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNET
This 65-Inch Roku Pro Series TV Is Now Down to $600, a Massive 50% Off
A high-quality TV can truly improve your living room, especially if you love to catch up on your favorite shows, film, gaming or online content after a long day at work. We've spotted this 65-inch Roku Pro series TV for just $600 at Amazon right now. That discount amounts to a savings of 50% off for a top-tier TV with every feature you need to enjoy your favorite content right away. To sweeten this news, Best Buy is also matching this deal for those that prefer shopping with that retailer. Now you have twice the chance to grab this TV while it's half the price. This 65-inch Roku Pro Series TV includes a Roku voice remote so you can have multiple ways to sift through your home entertainment options. The Roku Pro Series TV also includes a QLED lighting system that supports 4K resolution and plenty of brightness, contrast and overall detail. Love gaming or watching sports and action shows from your favorite streaming services? A refresh rate of 120Hz will let you enjoy your favorites with no lag. This Pro Series TV also includes multiple ports so you can connect devices using its HDMI or Ethernet ports. Plus, you'll get Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity as well. Your purchase also includes a TV stand and screws for effortless installation. If you're looking for a TV in a different size, both Amazon and Best Buy are offering discounts on Roku Pro Series TVs with other measurements so you can find the right TV for you. Looking for more options? We've got a list of the best 4K TVs and best Father's Day gifts. Why this deal matters Roku is our favorite streaming interface and whether you're getting a media streamer or a Roku TV, the upgrade will be perfect for streamlining your smart TV experience. This Pro-line selection is no dud either. This 65-inch Roku Pro Series TV brings you Roku's smart TV experience, includes a fast refresh rate of 120Hz and offers multiple connectivity options -- all for 50% off right now at Amazon and Best Buy. Sounds good to us.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Yahoo
Philips 65-inch OLED Roku TV review: A budget-friendly OLED with an interface that's actually good
Time for a new TV? I'm sure a bigger screen is on the agenda, but consider these two upgrades as well: interface and image quality. For the former I recommend Roku, with its unrivaled ease of setup and operation. For the latter: OLED, with its eye-popping color and contrast. Now you can have both in the same place: The new Philips 974 Series (model 65OLED974/F7) is a 65-inch OLED TV with built-in Roku — only the second model ever to make that claim and the first that's available at nationwide retail: You can get it from Sam's Club (and only Sam's Club, at least for now — more on that below). Here's hoping you like that size, though, because for the moment it's the only option. No doubt others will follow, but as of this writing the manufacturer isn't saying when. (Prefer a 55-inch? Check out the Sansui S55VOUG.) The good news is it's also a bargain compared to most 65-inch OLEDs. But what do you sacrifice by choosing a "budget OLED" over more premium models from LG, Samsung and Sony? (Spoiler alert: not much.) Here's my Philips 974 Series TV review. Related: Battle of the OLED TVs: How a budget newcomer stands up to top-rated LG and Sony models Roku Pro Series TV review: My favorite TV of 2024, and not for the reasons you think The best soundbars for 2025: My top picks for theater-quality audio at home At this writing, the Philips 974 Series is available only in a 65-inch size and only at Sam's Club. Yes, that means you need a membership in order to buy the TV, but consider this: It costs only $50 (though you can often find it discounted to $25) and comes with various perks, including discounts on gas and free curbside pickup. More important to this discussion, Sam's Club members get a 3-year warranty on the TV. It's normally one year, same as most other TVs from most other stores. I think that benefit alone more than justifies the cost of a membership. (Also, you need it only at the time of purchase; according to a Roku representative, the 3-year warranty is good even if your Sam's Club membership is no longer active.) Although the TV has a list price of $1,299 — a close match to LG's popular B3 Series in the same size — there's an "introductory special" right now: $899. That's an almost unheard-of price for a 65-inch OLED. And while this is ostensibly a limited-time deal, I'd be surprised if Sam's Club didn't run similar discounts around Mother's Day, Father's Day and other sale-rich events. Modern TV setup is pretty simple: Take it out of the box, plug it in, follow the onscreen prompts. Philips supplies a nicely detailed quick-start guide that walks you through every step, from putting batteries in the remote to setting up parental controls — something you rarely see in a print guide and which I greatly appreciated. Equally welcome: a note that Roku doesn't charge for support if you need help getting the TV activated, and that you should beware of scams related to this. There's also a QR code you can scan to get a more detailed user manual, though it merely takes you to Philips' main support page; you have to manually enter the TV's model number to retrieve the manual, which is common but irksome. With a friend's assistance, I had an easy time unboxing the 46.5-pound TV and attaching its two feet. Like a lot of OLEDs, this one is razor-thin from the top to the middle and then thicker to accommodate things like ports and speakers. (There are four HDMI 2.1 inputs, by the way, including the obligatory eARC/ARC for use with a soundbar or audio receiver.) The TV's feet sit about 41 inches apart but can be left off if you decide to wall-mount it. I love Roku for how simple it is to set up, from pairing the remote to getting connected to Wi-Fi. You do need to create a Roku account if you don't already have one, so be prepared to devise (and record) another password. I'll contrast this with the setup procedures for Amazon Fire TV and Google TV, which are also relatively straightforward but inundate you with questions, options, ads for additional services, etc. Roku is without question the fastest and easiest interface when it comes to getting started. Same goes for the actual user interface, which has changed little over the years and still consists of large, colorful tiles for whatever streaming apps you care to use (Netflix, Hulu, etc.). And those exist alongside an options menu with actual text, not cryptic icons. It's difficult enough to navigate today's TV landscape without having to fight the TV itself. There's no fighting here; Roku remains the simplicity champ. Partial credit goes to the superbly designed remote, which offers a simple, straightforward button layout that I find easy to navigate by feel. It is not, however, Roku's best remote: If you want backlit buttons, a rechargeable battery and support for hands-free voice commands, you'll need to spring for the Voice Remote Pro (available separately). It adds all that and a lost-remote finder. Pretty good upgrade for just $30, though obviously I wish Philips had opted to include that version with the TV. You can still use voice commands, by the way, but it's a push-to-talk situation: You need to hold a button on the remote. I've never seen a bad OLED TV. The underlying technology ("Organic Light-Emitting Diode," for what that's worth) produces unrivaled color vibrancy and black levels, with amazing contrast and viewing angles to boot. Put an OLED side-by-side with, say, a QLED (which is likely to cost hundreds less) and you'll immediately see the difference. That said, this is a "budget" OLED, so it may lack some of the more advanced tech or fine-tuning tweaks found in LG and Sony models that literally cost twice as much. Indeed, I noticed a bit less "color pop" than I've seen elsewhere, though one could argue that's a good thing: over-saturated color can actually be a distraction. For those interested in specs, the 974 Series offers a 120Hz refresh rate and support for AMD FreeSync, a technology Xbox consoles and gaming PCs can leverage for the smoothest possible video. Dolby Vision IQ and HDR10 are on hand as well for the content that supports them, though to my thinking they're just more icing on the OLED cake. Indeed, in my humble opinion, not much of this matters to the average viewer. If the 974 Series is replacing a non-OLED TV, you'll be blown away by the exceptional color and contrast. Everything I watched looked sharp, smooth, richly detailed, vibrant. And my setup-assisting friend remarked at how great the picture appeared even when he sat off to one side; his older, non-OLED TV had terrible viewing angles in comparison. However, I did have to make one adjustment to the image settings: motion-smoothing. When it's on, it produces the so-called soap-opera effect, which is horrible and should be avoided at all costs (except when watching sports, in which case it's desirable). Roku Smart Picture, a feature now baked into the Roku OS, is supposed to optimize the image for whatever you're viewing — including dialing back motion-smoothing when appropriate. Unfortunately, it didn't work as effectively here as on the Roku Pro Series TV I reviewed last year. It's possible that's because the latter includes a special processor devoted to it, allowing for an upgraded version known as Smart Picture Max. All I know is that even with Smart Picture enabled on the 974 Series, I noticed the telltale soap-opera signs: flat, artificial-looking movement. Thankfully, it's easy enough to reduce or disable motion-smoothing; I was just hoping Smart Picture would have handled that for me. As for sound, the 974 Series incorporates a 2.1-channel audio system (meaning two speakers and a subwoofer) that supports Dolby Atmos. While this combo did a respectable job overall — TV speakers rarely produce any bass to speak of, but there's a nice little thump present here — I could detect no trace of surround sound in Atmos-encoded content. And as is so often the case, I had to crank the volume to hear well in this fairly open living room, resulting in audio that started to get a little harsh. My advice here remains the same as always: See if you're satisfied with the built-in speakers (they might sound better in a smaller, more enclosed room, for example), then add a soundbar if you're not. For what it's worth, TV audio improved dramatically when I connected the Hisense AX5125H soundbar (our pick for the best soundbar you can buy right now). There's no question that a 65-inch OLED TV for $899 is a bargain, even if it means signing up for a price-club membership. I'm especially partial to the onboard Roku software that makes setup and operation so easy — and because I've seen even premium TVs develop problems after a year or two, a 3-year warranty is an awfully attractive bonus. I do wish Philips had more than one size to offer, and more than one store selling the TV. It's likely the former will change before long; not sure about the latter. Those nitpicks aside, this is a great TV at a great price. Well, a great promotional price; if and when it goes back to $1,299, consider waiting for the next promotion to come around.
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Roku (NasdaqGS:ROKU) Partners With Monster Jam To Launch New FAST Channel
Roku recently announced a partnership with Monster Jam to launch the Monster Jam FAST Channel, providing broader content accessibility via The Roku Channel. While this collaboration is a positive development, Roku's stock experienced a 2.49% decline over the last quarter, aligning with broader market pressures, as major indexes like the Nasdaq faced substantial losses driven by economic concerns and anticipated tariffs. Despite Roku's improved earnings results and a promising outlook for reduced losses in the coming years, the ongoing market challenges contributed significantly to influencing investor sentiment and the stock's recent performance. Buy, Hold or Sell Roku? View our complete analysis and fair value estimate and you decide. Rare earth metals are an input to most high-tech devices, military and defence systems and electric vehicles. The global race is on to secure supply of these critical minerals. Beat the pack to uncover the 20 best rare earth metal stocks of the very few that mine this essential strategic resource. Over the course of the last year, Roku's total shareholder returns, including share price and dividends, amounted to 12.93%. This represents an outperformance compared to the broader US market, which returned 5.8% during the same period, though Roku underperformed relative to the US Entertainment industry, which saw a return of 31.6%. Several key developments may have influenced this performance. Firstly, Roku's introduction of advanced TV models, including the Roku Pro Series with features such as mini-LED and HDR10+, bolstered its product portfolio. Additionally, partnerships like the integration with Instacart for shoppable ads highlighted its expansion in ad capabilities. Financially, Roku reported a substantial reduction in its net loss for 2024 to US$129.39 million from US$709.56 million the previous year, signaling improved performance. Furthermore, the enhancement of its content offerings, evident from the launch of channels like the NBA FAST channel, expanded its media reach. The $300 million credit facility from Citibank also provided financial flexibility, potentially aiding strategic initiatives and corporate growth. These factors together paint a picture of a business leveraging product innovation and strategic partnerships to deliver shareholder value over this period. Understand Roku's earnings outlook by examining our growth report. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include NasdaqGS:ROKU. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@ Sign in to access your portfolio
