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Originally Posted by ApK
Yeah, but that could potentially just be a one-time set up. I'm curious about if, once it was set up, could the device continue to work without talking to Roku Inc at all.
Cheaper, simpler, more convenient, and, since I've trans-coded my local media library to a compatible format, they play everything I needed them too. Definitely a good reason for a Roku account in my case.
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Well app updates can be crucial. If the Roku, Fire TV, etc. doesn't have an account then it won't allow the apps to update. Eventually tat might cause issues. Hulu for example, is constantly changing their app to add new features or to squash bugs. If one of the streaming apps a user is using gets a significant update and the user doesn't update to that version they might lose part or all of their service to that app.
Another good thing about having an account for a Roku or Fire TV, is that when you set up a new set top box you don't have to add all the personalization stuff again. Just sign into Amazon Prime or Roku on the device and all your universal setting, favorites, etc. populate the new device.