And yet it is not a universal problem. Over the last 10 years or so I've had five or more different Roku models, all connected via WiFi, and none of them have had batteries that didn't last 3 months or more, even with heavy daily use. I don't know of anyone reporting they figured out why some people's remotes eat up batteries prematurely and others don't.
One thing known to reduce remote battery life is on those few remote models that have a built-in headphone jack. Headphone use does reduce battery life. The remote's internal headphone amplifier is energized any time there is something plugged into the headphone jack, even when the Roku is not in use, so one should always unplug the headphones when done using this feature..
There is a bit of anecdotal evidence from a few people who have found that by changing their router configuration to use a less congested WiFi channel they have improved remote battery life.
I've had ROKU for about 2 years in the bedroom and have been able to watch TV for about a month due to remote issues. I've given up, occasionally I'll turn it on just to see if I hit it lucky, rare chance it happens. What's the purpose of purchasing this product? None!
Have you tried a Universal remote? I don't have a tv in my bedroom so I put my remote in there every night and I find it lasts much longer when I don't have it near the tv when I'm not using it. I can use my bluray player remote to turn my Roku off and on. A universal remote may help you.
