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Roku OS 14 Adds More Features You Might Barely Notice (But They’re There)

Roku’s OS 14 update adds more features you didn’t know you needed. It’s practical, sleek, and keeps your streaming life just a little more organized without any unnecessary drama.

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Roku’s back with another update for OS 14—because who doesn’t love getting new features you didn’t know you needed, and probably still don’t? Since its initial September 2024 rollout, OS 14 already brought improvements like a Kids and Family section, better Voice Commands, and IMDB Ratings, among others. While this latest update won’t rock your world, Roku’s commitment to tweaking the user experience is undeniable.

Sure, some of the changes feel like those subtle software tweaks we all kind of ignore, but credit where credit’s due: Roku keeps improving its platform, even if most of us are just trying to find something to watch after scrolling for 20 minutes. So, let’s dive into what’s new—because we’re all still waiting for a better way to deal with endless options.

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What’s New in Roku OS 14: Key Updates and Features

Top 10: Roku now offers its own Top 10 list, which pulls from the most-searched TV shows and movies across the entire platform—because we all know we need another list to scroll through before we actually decide what to watch. Updated daily, it’s basically Roku’s answer to Netflix’s ever-evolving “Trending Now” list. Expect this one to be full of feel-good reality TVtrue crime documentaries, and whatever new show people are pretending to love just because it’s the “latest thing.”

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In Theaters Now: Now, you can check out the new & popular movies in theaters without ever stepping foot outside your home. Roku’s In Theaters Now section lets you watch trailers, add upcoming films to your Save List, and try to remember why you thought a movie theater was a good idea in the first place. Perfect for planning your next big movie night or mentally preparing for another Marvel sequel you’ll pretend to enjoy.

Surf Mode: This is Roku’s attempt at getting you to mindlessly click on short, interactive clips from the Roku Channel—basically, the streaming equivalent of flipping through channels on cable, but with less regret. The more you “surf,” the system learns what you like, so you can get better recommendations… like maybe less reality TV and more indie films (no promises). If you spot something you like, just select it and voilà—one more distraction to derail your already endless scrolling.

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Live TV Channel Guide “Newly Added” Section: Because you weren’t already overwhelmed by options, Roku’s added a “Newly Added” section to the Live TV Channel Guide. Now, when you’re endlessly flipping between channels on Roku’s app (because you can’t choose between CNNand The Weather Channel), you can spot the new arrivals with ease. Premium subscriptions will also pop up in the top recommendations row, because who doesn’t want easy access to the endless stream of HBO Max and Peacocksubscriptions you’re already juggling?

Roku Sports & Live TV Refresh: Roku’s Live TV and Sports sections have gotten a facelift, because apparently the old design just wasn’t cutting it for people who can’t stop watching March Madness and the NFL playoffs. The refreshed look is “dynamic” and “elevated”—which basically means the same thing, but with a new coat of digital paint. Because who doesn’t love a “refreshed” design that barely affects what you’re actually watching?

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The Bottom Line

Roku continues to hit the sweet spot with practical, no-nonsense updates to its OS. While OS 14 was a heavy-hitter, this latest round of features—though more subtle—keeps Roku ahead of the curve. The interface remains one of the cleanest and easiest to navigate across smart TV platforms, ensuring that it stays user-friendly without sacrificing relevant updates. It might not have the flashiest features, but Roku’s consistency in keeping things functional and fresh is what makes it stand out in the crowded smart TV space. If you want a seamless experience with new features added regularly, Roku’s your reliable go-to.

Availability 

All of the above features will roll out to Roku TVs and streaming devices throughout the month of August 2025 via automatic firmware updates.

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