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New Operating System Update Rolling Out to Roku Streaming Devices

Roku OS 10.5 brings new features and configurations

By Cesar Cadenas Cesar Cadenas Writer California State University - Long Beach Cesar Cadenas has been writing about the tech industry since 2016 on a variety of topics like cryptocurrency, video games, the latest gadgets, and much more. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on September 20, 2021 03:09PM EDT Fact checked by Rich Scherr Fact checked by Rich Scherr University of Maryland Baltimore County Rich Scherr is a seasoned technology and financial journalist who spent nearly two decades as the editor of Potomac and Bay Area Tech Wire. lifewire's fact checking process Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Streaming Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming Roku announced that its new operating system, Roku OS 10.5, will be going to its devices in the coming weeks. According to a company press release, OS 10.5 introduces a slew of new features, configurations, and even advice on using Roku Voice. Jose Luiz Pelaez Inc/Getty Images High-quality sound and audio appear to be the focus for OS 10.5. While it appears that all Roku streaming devices will get the update, the Roku Streambar, Streambar Pro, and Smart Soundbar will be compatible with 3.1 and 5.1 surround sound, and the company’s Wireless Speakers can be paired with these devices to act as front speakers. The Audio/Video (A/V) sync feature has been enhanced, as it now actively tries to fix synchronization issues. In addition, it allows users to make specific changes to the video with their smartphone camera and adjust audio delay with wireless headphones. This troubleshooting is available in the settings menu on the Roku mobile app. Sound settings can be configured via the Roku mobile app without having to interrupt the stream. Users can change speech clarity, volume level, and activate a night mode. Mikael Vaisanen/Getty Images Roku Voice also has two new functionalities. It’s now supported by almost every channel on the Search function, and Roku Voice Help teaches users how to use the feature and learn which commands work. Roku has made content easier to access thanks to a brand new Home tab. The new tab features a Zones category, which allows users to browse movies and TV shows across various genres. And if they see something they like, users can save content to a Save List to watch later. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire Roku Jumps Into Connected Living With Its Own Smart Home Devices What Is Roku And How Does It Work? How to Add Spotify to a Roku Device How to Get Peacock on a Smart TV How to Use AirPlay to Stream Videos to a TV The 5 Best Roku Devices for Streaming TV of 2022 What is a Roku Smart TV? How to Fix It When Roku TV Sound Is Not Working How to Fix It When Your Roku Remote Is Not Working How to Connect AirPods to Roku TV How to Fix It When Netflix Won't Work on Roku How to Fix It When YouTube Is Not Working on Roku How to Sign Into HBO Max on Roku How to Connect Your TV to an External Audio System How to Watch Twitch on Roku How to Fix It When Hulu's Not Working on Roku Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies