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Roku HD XR Player

Based on 5 reviews

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Pros

Integrated wireless network adapter.
Simple, intuitive interface.
Affordable and compact.
Access to online HD content.
Built-in WiFi.
Simple RF remote control.
13 Channels with more to come.
Dual-band 802.11n Wi-Fi.
Works with all TVs.
Upgradeable firmware.
Diverse collection of content in addition to Netflix, including MLB.

Cons

Can't stream YouTube videos or your own content.
Max resolution of 720p.
You can’t play back personal digital media directly from your computer.
No HD video or ethernet cables included.
No support for Hulu, and Vudu.
No access to local drives or content.
Need laptop to link to most channels.

By Maximum PC on September 16, 2010

For a time, Roku was the only game in town when it came to streaming Netflix movies without a PC. That’s probably because development of the device started at Neflix, where Roku founder Anthony Wood toiled for a time as VP of Internet TV. The Roku...

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By TopTenREVIEWS on June 01, 2010

It's great as a Netflix and internet media player, but not for direct playback of personal...

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By ASE Labs on February 04, 2010

The Roku XR is a nice update in the line of Roku players. On the low end, they have the SD which is just standard definition with no wireless and no USB port. In the middle, the HD model includes 802.11g and HD picture support. The XR is the top end...

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By PCWorld on January 25, 2010

The Roku HD-XR does a superb job of delivering high-def video from Netflix, Amazon, MLB.TV, and several smaller services to your HDTV, either via ethernet or 802.11n Wi-Fi....

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By Digital Trends on December 15, 2009

The Roku HD-XR delivers a wealth of high-definition content from a variety of Internet sources straight to your...

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By Geek.com on December 11, 2009

If you’re looking for an easy way to stream movies and shows to your television, take a closer look at what Roku has to offer. The company has been in the game a while now and with its most recent offering, the HD-XR, it brings not just 802.11n...

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By cnet on December 09, 2009

New content channels and faster Wi-Fi make the Roku HD XR Player a good choice for anyone who wants a quick and easy way to add Netflix--and a variety of other Internet media channels--to any TV. Read full review See all...

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