Features, settings & updates

[DevilDawgg]

Ok am I missing something? How do you use this new Roku Backdrops? and before you ask yes I have the os13 update but it can't find anything about backdrops in the menu anywhere

[RokuERey]

Hi @DevilDawgg,

A warm welcome here in the Roku Community!

Thank you for contacting us regarding this matter. We are equally excited about the full launch of this feature in the system. This will allow us to enjoy a more personalized experience with the ability to choose the number of images and frequency of image swapping and even upload our own photos to display on the big screen. However, this feature is not yet available at the OS 13 launch, and we do not have an exact date for its release. You can still use the Photo Stream while we're on our way to it. Check here on how to use Photo Streams on your Roku® streaming device.

Please keep yourself updated and stay tuned for further updates here at our Roku Official Blog.

Thanks,
Rey

[countrylizzard]

I wanna know why when my new tv updated to 13 it still says 12.5.0 but I know it updated because I manually updated it and I noticed all the cool new features like the food reciepe etc. PLUS my old tv in the other room also updated and it says 13 so they both have the same new features but my new tv says the old software version 12.5.0 is it a glitch or something?

[VeganWizard]

Deleting backdrops app does not work. I would like to remove it from the home screen

[IvanW]

It hasn't been released yet.  Promised since April.  What is wrong with Roku? Wouldn't have bought TV without backdrops, and now all it is, is a false promise.  Shame on Roku. No release date even suggested by them besides 'coming months."  That's misleading and suggest Roku has no idea what it's doing.  No explanation of delay. Nada. Nothing.

[VeganWizard]

It was released on my TCL TV two days ago the backdrops and it doesn’t allow you to delete the backdrop app on the home screen. I hope they fix that

[RMaddox]

I purchased a new Roku TV on Sunday and it had backdrops. Today it does not have backdrops. And I was so excited about it too. 😞

[RokuMaryEF · Accepted solution]

Hey Roku Community! 🌟

Exciting news! We’re currently rolling out our new Backdrops feature across supported Roku devices. This means you’ll soon be able to enhance your Roku experience with stunning backgrounds. 🎨📸

Stay tuned for updates on when this feature will be available on your device. We appreciate your patience and can’t wait for you to enjoy Backdrops!

To find out more, including which devices support this feature, take a look at the article that provides all the details: How to use Backdrops on your Roku streaming devices | Official Roku Support

Best regards,
The Roku Community Team

[letstv]

I'm curious.  What is the point of backdrops vs screensavers?  Are you going to eventually get rid of screensavers?  Seems like competing concepts and confusing to Roku users.

[AndrewBean90]

Backdrops replaces the power button unless you hold down the power button. Basically it's their attempt to make sure you're always giving Roku data. The screensaver still shows up after a set time on its own, but Backdrops you have to press the power button.