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When a Roku device stalls or a remote stops responding, a simple reset can be the difference between a quick fix and a costly replacement. This article walks you through the four reset options—soft restart, manual power cycle, software factory reset, and hardware reset—while unpacking why each matters for developers, security teams, and the streaming ecosystem.

Roku devices harbor a trove of hidden menus accessible via specific remote button combinations, offering developers and power users unprecedented access to diagnostics, performance metrics, and advanced controls. From monitoring CPU temperature and network performance to sideloading test channels and analyzing remote input logs, these secret screens transform your streaming device into a powerful diagnostic tool.

Before replacing a sluggish Roku TV, a simple cache-clearing trick can restore performance in seconds. Learn the button sequence that breathes new life into aging streaming devices and why this maintenance ritual matters for embedded systems.

A ranking of the six most-purchased TVs by ZDNET readers in 2025 looks, on the surface, like a typical buying guide—but the choices quietly map where display, gaming, and smart TV platforms are really headed. From Mini-LED brightness wars to 144Hz living room panels, this is the clearest signal yet of how technical users are voting with their wallets.

Roku announces major free enhancements for existing devices, including an AI-driven voice assistant that answers nuanced questions about content, Bluetooth headphone support for streaming sticks, and interactive features. The updates, coupled with a new $198 smart projector, aim to deepen user engagement and simplify content discovery in an increasingly competitive streaming market.

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days may have ended, but savvy shoppers can still score significant savings on essential tech accessories. ZDNET's vetted list highlights over 20 lingering deals under $25, including streaming devices, chargers, and smart home gadgets—all tested and recommended by experts before time runs out.