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The Roku 2 XS is an ultrasmall Wi-Fi streaming-media box that offers dozens of Internet video and audio services, including Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon Instant Video, MLB, and more. It works with HD and standard TVs, and it includes a Wii-like motion controller for casual gaming (Angry Birds included).

  • 300+ channels with movies, shows, music, & more
  • Ethernet port for wired Internet connection
  • Plays the best HD video (1080p)*when available

Offer details: Offer is fulfilled by Roku Inc, a CNET Premier Partner. Discounted price is valid until 11:59PM PT on 9/4/2011. Limit 1 Roku per customer. Limited quantities, while supplies last. Roku Inc. is not responsible for any typographical errors on this webpage. Tax applied where applicable. Free shipping includes Alaska and Hawaii. Offer valid in the US only.

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The good: The Roku 2 XS is a small streaming-media box that costs only $100. It offers hundreds of streaming-video and -audio services, including Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon Instant Video, HBO Go, Vudu, Pandora, Mog, Rdio, and MLB.TV. Roku also offers cross-platform search, capable of finding content across major streaming services. The XS model also offers 1080p HD video, an Ethernet port, a motion remote, and a free copy of Angry Birds.

The bad: For twice the price, the XS doesn't deliver a lot of compelling additional features beyond those available on the Roku LT. For those invested in the Apple ecosystem, the Roku doesn't offer the same tight integration as the Apple TV's AirPlay functionality. The Roku 2 XS also lacks channels for YouTube and Spotify.

The bottom line: The Roku 2 XS is an excellent Internet media box, but most users will find the cheaper Roku LT or Roku HD models to be a better deal.

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5 stars
"Great product with cool remote"

Pros: Best variety of content. Very simple and versatile.

Cons: User interface for some channels not best in class.

Summary: Great combination compared to any video streamer, especially for price. And new remote promises to enable much better apps to come.

August 25, 2011 by JimGable

 

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