Pros of the Roku 3
Faster processor than earlier Roku versions. The menus move faster, and videos start quicker.Over 700 channels of content. This includes a wide variety of free and paid options.One time purchase. No monthly or yearly Roku charge. (But you will need to pay monthly subscription charges for Netflix, Hulu, and many of the other premium subscription channels that cost money.)Wired Ethernet portUSB portDual band wireless card makes it easier to connect to networksRemote control with a headphone jack lets you redirect the Roku audio from the TV through headphones connected to the remoteIncludes a MicroSD slot to expand the memory on the Roku 3 for additional channel downloadsThe user interface is incredibly simple to navigateThe search feature makes it easy to find content
Cons of the Roku 3
Some of the more popular channels do require a monthly subscriptionOnly has an HDMI connection (but you can read this article to learn how to bypass that)Less expensive Roku models will be more than adequate for many peopleYou either need an existing wireless network in your house to use it, or the Roku 3 needs to be located somewhere that it can easily connect to a wired networkNo comparable alternative to the Apple TV’s AirPlayNo access to iTunes contentDoesn’t come with an HDMI cable
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