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The new Roku Ultra is faster, has better Wi-Fi, and comes with a backlit remote


And it can predict which app you’ll likely want to open next.

One day after the Google TV Streamer hit stores, Roku is announcing its own latest streaming player. And the mobile remote app will now have an entertainment overlay that lets you swipe up to browse content when you’re not using the essential controls. I’m still over here wishing Nvidia would break its silence about a potential new Shield, but always here for hearing about home entertainment setups in the comments.

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