Roku 3500R Streaming Stick (HDMI)

Plug in, and start streaming loads of entertainment to your TV with the Roku Streaming Stick. Enjoy 2,000+ channels with the most movies, TV episodes, music, news, sports, kids" shows and free programming of any streaming player all in up to 1080p*. Control your entertainment from your smartphone with the free Roku app, or use the included remote that everyone can share. Even cast videos from mobile apps, such as Netflix and YouTube, from your phone straight to your TV. And with features like one-stop search**, channel shortcut buttons, and extended-range wireless, you'll fall in love with the simplest, speediest streaming experience out there. The all-new Roku Streaming Stick-it's the stick that streams the most. *Availability of 1080p HD video limited by channel provider and speed of broadband connection.** One-stop search is for movies and TV shows and does not work with all channels. Subscription may be required to access some channels.

User Experience :

I really liked this idea as a x-mas gift for my dad - it's not that expensive, and there's loads you can do from your phone to your TV that make any HD TV with HDMI truly a smart, unique experience. That said, there are a number of different features that the Roku vs Apple vs Fire TV provide that affect your viewing experience. For example, what content is available, process speed, and memory on the device itself. If you know what your dad wants, for example, if he likes to download and store a lot of movies vs stream them, then getting something with more storage is key. Luckily all of these devices have HBO, (game of thrones is a must!) but many have apps that are specific only to their platform. I suggest you check out justfax.com/mediastick - it's a good place to compare side-by-side each platform and see which one would be best for you or the person you're giving it to. Happy shopping!

These are my thoughts after a few days with the Stick. I will update my review as I learn and experience more if needed but I don't believe I've missed a lot because, as a current Roku 3 and Roku LT and Google Chromecast user, this is an easy to write review. 

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