As we revealed about a week ago, Roku will shortly release an updated Streaming Stick. And, by way of TechHive, the $50 price point, retirement of MHL, and power via microUSB details have all been confirmed.
Sadly, there’s no mention of Miracast screen mirroring functionality… but Roku’s mobile apps will soon inherit the streamer’s universal search capabilities. The “New” Roku Streaming Stick (HDMI Version) is now available for pre-order with shipping and store availability expected in early April. While the new HDMI Roku Streaming Stick will replace the Roku 1 on Best Buy’s shelves, as indicated by BBY Insider, that $50 model will remain in Roku’s lineup (for those without HDMI).
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Amazon Instant via AirPlay is getting old. Think I might pick up one of these new Roku sticks and unload my Apple TV. Until the next one is released anyway... or that incoming Amazon streamer! And some good news... YouTube is listed as an app on the new Stick.
YouTube!!
I may be old-fashioned but I really like on-screen interface of Roku vs the on-the-iPad functionality of Chromecast.
I'm the opposite. I prefer the Chromecast style of control to adding yet another remote to the mix. I wonder if any of the new devices will start setting themselves up as Chromecast receivers. Would be nice to have the extra functionality of the Roku with the ability to cast to it like it is a Chromecast.
Also, the last of ethernet takes away one of my personal advantages of Roku over Chromecast.