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If you watch TV via Roku, you're being treated to five new channels packed with popular British shows, including The Graham Norton Show, Hell's Kitchen, Hotel Inspector, and River Monsters.
These channels arrive as part of Roku's recent expansion of FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) channels, which started in October. FAST channels are increasingly popular in the UK, offering a terrestrial-like viewing experience over a decent Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection. But unlike the biggest UK broadcasters, there's no TV licence fee to worry about — everything is funded by advert breaks.
These new additions can be accessed via The Roku Channel or Live TV Zone, which is designed to be a one-stop shop for all livestreamed content on the Roku platform, from the main menu of your telly.
There's no need to create a new account, subscribe, start a free trial, or enter your credit card details — these five new channels available for Roku viewers are 100% free of charge.
Here's what you can expect from each of these new channels.
Roku has added five new channels to its existing FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) lineup
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Roku's five new channels
Each of these channels runs 24/7 for free and is supported through adverts.
- The Graham Norton Show: This channel shows episodes of the BAFTA-winning chat show back-to-back, with Mr Norton interviewing a slew of A-listers.
- Hell's Kitchen: This channel features a constant stream of Gordon Ramsay's popular show, a high-stakes reality cooking competition that puts chefs through challenges to win the head chef position.
- Hotel Inspector: A hub where host Alex Polizzi takes you through Britain's worst hotels and bed and breakfasts in back-to-back shows.
- River Monsters: This channel showcases Jeremy Wade travelling the world to capture footage of some of the most dangerous animals to exist.
- British Screen Classics: A film channel that airs a range of genres, including drama, comedy, war, and romance.
These channels join 40 others already available to stream on Roku, such as Deal or No Deal, Unsolved Mysteries, and Fear Factor.
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How to watch Roku's FAST content
All of Roku's FAST content is available to access via the Roku Channel and the Live TV Zone. If you have a Roku TV or Roku streaming stick, you can follow these steps:
- Press the Home button
- Scroll to “Live TV” or “Live TV Channel Guide”
- Open it to see: FAST channels from Roku or (Optional) Antenna channels if you have one connected
- Scroll through and select a channel to start watching
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Each of these devices plugs into the HDMI port at the back of your telly, bringing boxsets and blockbusters from thousands of streaming services to the big screen. Roku has designed its kit with a slimline design so it won't block neighbouring HDMI ports. Newer TVs can power this device from the HDMI port alone, but if your TV can't, Roku includes a USB cable in the box for the Streaming Stick or Streaming Stick Plus.
According to Roku, the newer designs are 35% smaller than rival offerings, despite shipping with more power underneath the bonnet. This svelte new size should make it easier to pack a Roku device with you when travelling, so you can continue watching your favourite shows on a hotel TV or at a friend's house.
No matter which of these you choose, the newly-launched Roku Streaming Stick or the Streaming Stick Plus boast the following perks:
- Access to the most popular streaming providers and apps — Netflix, iPlayer, Prime Video, YouTube, and more
- Apple AirPlay 2 — connect your iPhone or Apple device wirelessly to stream content or beam photos
- Headphone Mode – listening to your entertainment on your terms
- Voice Control – control your Roku device or find a film by a quote
- What to Watch – tailor-made recommendations, and you can jump straight back into your content
Roku is one of the most popular streaming platforms, similar to the FireOS platform that powers Fire TV Sticks. You'll find it built into many smart TVs, or you can grab a standalone streaming stick that plugs into your telly.
| ROKU PRESS OFFICERoku is constantly updating its interface and bringing in new features, in addition to its latest channel offerings. Most recently, it announced several new updates across its remotes, apps, and on-screen interface.
In a blog post, the company said, "The latest software updates coming to Roku will keep you connected to your favourite entertainment — and make it easier to discover what’s next."
The latest updates range from a new and improved assistant to an app and on-screen design refresh.