Roku streaming devices rank among the finest available in the market. Established by Anthony Wood, the company revolutionized streaming players with the introduction of its inaugural model in 2008. Within six years, it sold over 10 million units and established itself as a prominent name in the streaming device arena. However, Roku expanded beyond just streaming devices and began licensing its operating system, Roku OS, to external manufacturers such as TCL and Hisense. Additionally, the company collaborated with various television set manufacturers to introduce Roku-branded models from companies including Hisense, TCL, Philips, and Westinghouse.
This explains the availability of partner-branded Roku TVs from other firms, like TCL’s 4-Series 55-inch Roku TV. Recently, the company commenced the sale of its own branded models, unveiling its first offerings in 2023 with the Roku Select and Roku Plus Series. In 2024, the company launched its premier high-end TVs under the Roku Pro Series label, featuring screen sizes of up to 75 inches.
You might find yourself with more inquiries regarding the company than solutions. After all, it has only been a handful of years since it began retailing its own sets, and very few enterprises in the television market actually produce their own TVs. For example, Panasonic televisions are manufactured by TCL and Vestel, while Vizio relies on third-party companies for its production. But what about Roku? Does it create its own televisions? And where are they produced?