TCL Roku TV Models Coming to Australia

Rhea-AI Summary

Roku, Inc. (Nasdaq: ROKU) and TCL Electronics announced the launch of TCL Roku TV™ models in Australia starting in early November. Available in 55- and 65-inch sizes, these 4K UHD TVs will offer a customizable home screen that integrates live TV, traditional inputs, and streaming channels. The models will support Freeview for free terrestrial channels and will feature access to the Roku Channel Store, including services like Netflix and Disney+. Pricing details will be disclosed by TCL.

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• Expansion into the Australian market, enhancing brand presence.
• Access to a wide range of streaming channels, increasing consumer appeal.

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• None.

SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Today Roku, Inc. (Nasdaq: ROKU) and TCL Electronics announced that TCL Roku TV™ models will be coming to Australia. Starting in early November, Australian consumers can purchase 4K UHD TCL Roku TV models in 55- or 65-inch screen sizes.

TCL Roku TV - Australia (Photo: Business Wire)

Roku® TV models provide consumers with a seamless smart TV experience. The customizable Roku TV home screen combines live TV, traditional inputs, and streaming channels, allowing consumers to personalize according to their viewing habits. Australian Roku TV models include support for Freeview, giving consumers access to terrestrial (DVB-T) free-to-air TV channels such as ABC, SBS, 7, 9, and 10.

“Roku TV models offer a great experience, whether you love watching live TV or are an avid streamer. They combine a great selection of entertainment with unmatched simplicity at a very affordable price point,” said Arthur van Rest, VP, International at Roku. “TCL was one of the first TV manufacturers to embrace Roku TV, and we are excited to expand our global partnership by launching in Australia.”

With a TCL Roku TV, Australian consumers get access to the Roku Channel Store, which offers thousands of free and paid streaming channels. At launch, the Australian channel store includes popular global streaming services such as Netflix, Disney+, Paramount+, BritBox and Prime Video, combined with local leading subscription service Stan plus broadcasters 9Now and 7plus, with more services expected to follow over time. Through Roku Pay consumers can easily sign up for trials and subscriptions with the comfort of their remote control.

To find out what to watch next, consumers can leverage Roku’s universal search across top channels, with results ranked by price. Roku TV models work with the free Roku mobile app, which can be used as a remote control, for search, and for private listening. To share media from a mobile device to a Roku TV model, consumers can use the free Roku mobile app or mirror their screen using Airplay 2 or Miracast.

Availability and Pricing

The first TCL Roku TV models are expected to be available starting this month in 55- and 65-inch screen sizes. Suggested retail pricing will be disclosed by TCL.

About Roku

Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. We connect users to the streaming content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers with unique capabilities to engage consumers. Roku streaming players and TV-related audio devices are available in the U.S. and in select countries through direct retail sales and licensing arrangements with service operators. Roku TV™ models are available in the U.S. and in select countries through licensing arrangements with TV OEM brands. Roku Smart Home products, including cameras, video doorbells, lighting, plugs, and more are available in the U.S. Roku is headquartered in San Jose, Calif. U.S.A.

This press release contains “forward-looking” statements that are based on our beliefs and assumptions and information currently available to us on the date of this press release. Forward-looking statements may involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause our actual results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. These statements include but are not limited to the benefits, features, timing, and availability of TCL Roku TV models in Australia; and the features and benefits of the Roku platform. Except as required by law, we assume no obligation to update these forward-looking statements publicly or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future. Important factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially are detailed from time to time in the reports Roku, Inc. files with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, and our Quarterly Report on Form 10-K for the quarter ended June 30, 2022. Copies of reports filed with the SEC are posted on Roku’s website and are available from Roku without charge.

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Mike Duin

mduin@roku.com

Source: Roku, Inc.

FAQ

When will TCL Roku TV models be available in Australia?

TCL Roku TV models will be available starting in early November.

What sizes will the TCL Roku TVs come in?

The TCL Roku TVs will be available in 55- and 65-inch screen sizes.

What streaming services are included with TCL Roku TVs in Australia?

The TCL Roku TVs will include services like Netflix, Disney+, Paramount+, and Stan.

What features do TCL Roku TVs offer?

TCL Roku TVs offer a customizable home screen, support for Freeview, and access to thousands of streaming channels.

What is the role of Roku in this partnership with TCL?

Roku provides the streaming platform and technology integrated into TCL's TV models.