Roku Device Features, Settings & Updates

[mjpm]

With daily use, is there an estimated lifespan for a Roku box? I have a 2 XS that is just over two years old.

[theuser86]

No idea, but it'll probably outlast the usefulness of the device (aka you'll want to upgrade).

[Basil]

"mjpm" wrote:
With daily use, is there an estimated lifespan for a Roku box? I have a 2 XS that is just over two years old.

I got my first Roku in December 2010. I'll let you know when it stops working.

[Elijah_Baley]

I bought a N1000 within a few weeks of its introduction. It is still working albeit limited by the lack of processor power and missing a few channels. But the Lady that is using it is very happy with its functioning.

I would say that, as others have said, the Roku boxes will, most probably, outlive the current mode of streaming. They will, however, probably be predeceased by their power supply.

[kc8pql]

I've never had one die of natural causes. Lightning took my XDS.
My N1000 from Sept.2008 still works fine. My sister uses it almost daily.
She's decided she wants a new R1 however.

[dward]

Less than 6 months for me before it quit and then found out they only offer a 3 month warranty. That 3 months says it all really and having a box last yrs is most likely a fluke. There are many many refurbished boxes for sale so they are breaking down and the company knows it otherwise they would stand behind their product for at least 12 months. I recommended so many friends purchase a box I hope theirs dont break down like mine. This has made me very angry and they have upset a once very loyal promoter and customer. STAND BEHIND YOUR PRODUCT DAMN IT 3 MONTHS WHAT AN EFFING INSULT TO YOUR CUSTOMERS.

[knuckle]

I own 4 have gifted 9 been buying since December 2010 and had to replace 1 power supply ( $ 2.00 at the local pawn shop) --- very satisfied.

[jeffrok]

I've owned 5 Roku boxes (sold two) and none of them have ever died.. first one was purchased in 2008.

[lion7718]

"dward" wrote:
Less than 6 months for me before it quit and then found out they only offer a 3 month warranty.

That happens from time to time...my 2 XS got stuck in a loop @ the 3 month mark after an update...Roku replaced it.
Haven't had any problems with no unit, been over a year now.

I agree that a 12 months would be a better warranty, I'm not sure why they choose 3 months...but I do have a guess...
My Blu-ray Players have 12 months, but they're on maybe once a week...where as my Roku is on 24/7....I think that's why they choose 3 months....JMO

[jeffrok]

"lion7718" wrote:

"dward" wrote:
Less than 6 months for me before it quit and then found out they only offer a 3 month warranty.

That happens from time to time...my 2 XS got stuck in a loop @ the 3 month mark after an update...Roku replaced it.
Haven't had any problems with no unit, been over a year now.

I agree that a 12 months would be a better warranty, I'm not sure why they choose 3 months...but I do have a guess...
My Blu-ray Players have 12 months, but they're on maybe once a week...where as my Roku is on 24/7....I think that's why they choose 3 months....JMO

The original Rokus (2008-2010 I believe) had a 1 year warranty.. I believe as a way to lower the company's overall costs (and the costs of the Roku boxes) they shortened the warranty.