Roku reverses update after it breaks Netflix and Disney Plus apps
Roku users, understandably, weren’t pleased
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Rokuhas had to roll back the recent Roku OS 10.5 update amidst complaints that it stopped popular streaming apps from functioning, with reports ranging from lagging playback to being outright unable to stream content across several popular apps.
As reported bySlashGear, Roku had to reverse the update on itsstreaming devices, so that customers could resume watching content on the likes ofNetflix,Disney PlusandPrime Video. The company has since confirmed it is working towards a solution, though there’s still no word on when Roku OS 10.5 will be fit for purpose.
System update got you down? We’re aware of a small set of users on older Roku TVs or Roku Ultra who are experiencing issues after the OS 10.5 release and are working quickly to resolve. See our realtime updates here: https://t.co/fZYqfsgNBSNovember 22, 2021
As pointed out in the above tweet, Roku has pinpointed the issue to be most prevalent on olderRoku TVandRoku Ultradevices. If users of these devices have been experiencing issues with the 10.5 update, the company has encouraged them to manually roll back to the 10.0 version.
Users can do so by accessing the Roku OS settings menu. From there, go to System, followed by System Update, and finally Check Now. Affected users should see the option to roll back to the most stable version, resume watching their favorite content until Roku has its latest update in working order.
Analysis: A rare mishap?
We were honestly quite surprised to learn about this Roku OS update blunder. The company isn’t really prone to widespread errors like this. In fact, the Roku OS experience overall is typically one of the most stable and responsive across all major smart TVoperating systems.
Roku has been on a roll lately, benefiting from recent support fromFunimation,HBO Maxand aVudu mergerthat saw a huge update to its library of entertainment.
News of the Roku OS 10.5 update disaster has been poorly timed, what withBlack Fridaysales in full swing at the time of writing. If you do choose to pick up aRoku Black Friday deal, be aware that you may run into the same issues as highlighted above if you’re using the latest software, meaning you might have to stick with the 10.0 update for the time being.
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