Roku Expands Free Streaming Options with 16 New Channels
Roku continues to bolster its free streaming service, The Roku Channel, with the addition of 16 new channels, offering viewers more diverse content without a monthly fee. This expansion comes as consumers increasingly seek alternatives to rising streaming costs.
A Growing Lineup of Free Ad-Supported Television (FAST) Channels
The Roku Channel already boasts over 500 FAST channels, providing a cable-like experience. The latest additions span a variety of genres, including sports, animation, comedy, and outdoor programming. Here’s a look at the new channels:
- DP World Tour
- Flo Racing 24/7
- Game and Fish
- Grizzly and the Lemmings
- Inspector Gadget
- Jail en Español
- Life with Derek
- MotoGP Channel
- National Geographic Animals
- National Geographic History
- National Geographic Travel
- Roku Moods Nature
- Scripps Sports
- Shark Tank Latino
- Vive Kanal D Drama
- Salem News Channel
How to Find the New Channels
Accessing these new channels is straightforward. Navigate to the Live TV tab on your Roku device or Roku TV home screen. From there, open the Live TV Guide. You can browse all available channels or leverage the search feature to quickly locate a specific channel.
To easily find your favorite channels in the future, you can “favorite” them. Simply hover over the channel in the Live TV Guide and press the star (*) button on your Roku remote, then select “Favorite this channel.” This will add the channel to the Favorites category within the Live TV Guide.
Beyond Roku Devices
The Roku Channel isn’t limited to Roku devices. You can also access it through the Roku Channel app on Fire TV devices, Samsung Smart TVs, and iOS and Android mobile devices.
For those looking to further explore free streaming options, platforms like Plex, Tubi, and Pluto TV offer extensive libraries of free movies, and shows.
Worth a look