Roku’s refreshed Ultra streamer gets a welcome speed boost

Roku’s refreshed Ultra streamer gets a welcome speed boost | TechHive

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It’s fall, and that means it’s time for a revamped version of the Roku OS; plus, some new Roku hardware, including a speedier Ultra streaming player bundled with an eye-catching new remote. 

Available now at Roku’s website and slated to arrive at major retailers in the “coming weeks,” the third-generation Roku Ultra looks an awful lot like its two-year-old predecessor.  

Yes, we’re talking the same rounded rectangular design, complete with HDMI and ethernet and USB 3.0 ports in back.  

Also coming over from the second-gen Ultra is 4K streaming support, along with Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos compatibility,  

But this time around, the flagship Roku Ultra is getting a speed boost on two fronts, starting

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