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Why your Roku might be plugged into the wrong HDMI port

Your Roku might lose a few features if you plug it into any old HDMI port on your TV. Depending on your smart TV, an add-on media streaming device isn't necessarily essential, but they can still provide a lot of value.

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Your Roku might lose a few features if you plug it into any old HDMI port on your TV. Depending on your smart TV, an add-on media streaming device isn't necessarily essential, but they can still provide a lot of value. Perhaps your TV's processor can't keep up with the latest apps and features, or you might prefer a specific ecosystem. That's what Apple is banking on to sell the 2026 Apple TV 4K , which is now an extremely pricey box at $299.

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