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Are you able to plug the USB cable into a USB power adapter (like a 5 volt, 1 amp cell phone charging adapter) and plug into a wall outlet (instead of the TV USB port if currently doing so)?
The Roku devices can run hotter if struggling for power depending on content being streamed.
- JoeD05235 months agoReel Rookie
Thanks for your suggestion. I did what you suggested. Unfortunately the stick got hot and turned off in about 5 minutes. Wish it had worked!
- AvsGunnar5 months agoCommunity Streaming Expert
Too bad. I think you just have a bad device on your hands. Once they start to overheat, only the extender and the power supply are the two end-user things to try.
I am assuming you cannot get FOX via antenna to watch the Super Bowl today, but if you have a laptop and HDMI cable, you can stream it directly from the Tubi website (free) to your TV. (basically use your TV as an extended monitor and bypass the Roku altogether).
https://tubitv.com/ - just have to create a Tubi account to watch it.
- JoeD05235 months agoReel Rookie
Many thanks for your suggestion. I watched the Super Bowl via Tubi and cast it to my TV. Worked great! Too bad the game was so lopsided.
- RokuEmmanuel-D5 months agoCommunity Moderator
Hey there, JoeD0523!
Great to see you here in the Roku Community!
We see that you're encountering overheating issues with your Roku streaming Stick, and we'd like to be able to help.
To expedite the resolution of this issue, we would recommend keeping an eye on your inbox, as we will be sending you a private message.
We are looking forward to your response from there!
Best,
The Roku Community Team