Roku 2 Review for XD, XS, HD

Roku is a digital video player that can stream TV programs and movies for the internet instantly to you TV. Its easy to operate and you can set it up in just a matter of minutes. No computer system required.

With the Roku, you can easily access content from Netflix, Amazon Video On Demand, Hulu Plus and much more. You can also stream music and pictures from the internet. The best thing about streaming content from the internet, is that the access is instantaneous. Meaning you will not have to wait for any media to download and install.

Three versions of the Roku 2 were released in the Summer of 2011, and three models retail for under $100 -- the HD ($69.99), XD ($79.99) and Roku 2 XS ($99.99).

Product Features....

A Large and Growing Entertainment Base
Roku 2 delivers more than just movies and TV shows from the biggest names in instant entertainment. You also get access to over 300 channels and counting: from the latest news to your favorite music to the craziest cat videos from around the world. Plus, new channels are added all the time...

Live Sports Channels
Any time you want it. Roku streams the action as soon as you say go with the biggest selection of live sports packages anywhere, including NHL, NBA, UFC, MLB and MLS.

Streaming Music Stations
With Roku 2, you can play any music, any time. Let unlimited music from Pandora or MOG take you in new directions or to the exact tune you're looking for. From Sirius XM to your iTunes library, Roku can stream whatever music genre you are searching for.

A Small Surface-Footprint
Barely larger than a coaster, Roku 2 slips neatly alongside any TV or entertainment center-and uses less power than a nightlight. That's over 80 times less than your average game console.

A Simple, Easy, and Inexpensive Internet TV Alternative
From its simple remote to its easy-to-use interface, Roku 2 was designed connect you to internet television options without the investment in an internet-ready TV. All you need to get started is a high-speed Internet connection, and a TV. The built-in wireless and guided setup mean you can be up and running in minutes.

Buyer Comments:"Bye Bye Cable! Just got my first Roku Box today, although we have been streaming tv (PS3 and Wii) for awhile now. I linked my Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu Plus accounts to the box in a matter of minutes. Set up was easy and the free content is excellent! The box itself is tiny you dont even notice it next to the TV. We dumped our cable provider a few months ago and got by with just streaming through the Wii and PS3, but with the Roku Boxes there is a TON more content and I dont really care for the Wii platform/dashboard. The box is about 25 feet away from my wireless router and signal is full. Im very happy with this purchase and will be ordering 2-3 more for the rest of the TVs in the house."

So I bet you're wondering what Roku Channels can you get?

Well the Roku can stream any of the web's popular video, games and music services to your TV.

Here's are some of the most popular channels you'll have access to (a couple of the services will eventually require a subscription):

Netflix

Hulu Plus

Amazon Instant Video

Crackle

Pandora

Angry

UFC TV

CNET channel

EPIX movie channel

MOG

Fox News Channel

Newscaster

and many more!