Cord Cutters News Urges Roku Users to Consider Alternatives After Fox's $22 Billion Deal
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Updated · Cord Cutters News · Jun 18
Cord Cutters News Urges Roku Users to Consider Alternatives After Fox's $22 Billion Deal
3 articles · Updated · Cord Cutters News · Jun 18
Summary
Cord Cutters News said Fox’s $22 billion cash-and-stock acquisition of Roku is pushing some users to consider switching streaming platforms, even though Roku’s service remains unchanged for now.
Google TV Streamer 4K was its top recommendation, with the outlet highlighting a 22% faster processor, 32GB of storage, Gemini AI features and broader smart-home integration than Roku.
Amazon’s Fire TV and Apple TV 4K were pitched as ecosystem-driven alternatives: Fire TV for Alexa and Ring households, and Apple TV for users already invested in iPhone, iPad and HomeKit devices.
Price cuts were part of the pitch, including 20% off Google TV Streamer 4K, up to 55% off select Fire TV sticks and Apple TV 4K at $129, alongside lower-cost Walmart onn devices and discounted smart TVs.
The report said Fox’s takeover still faces regulatory hurdles, but framed the deal as a catalyst for consumers to upgrade to faster hardware and more feature-rich streaming systems.