How to Update Apps on Roku to Use the Latest Version

Keeping the apps up-to-date is mandatory for all streaming devices including the Roku Streaming Stick. By updating the app frequently, you can get security patches that help in resolving technical glitches and bugs to improve the streaming experience. However, it is essential to update the app even though you’ve updated the Roku firmware to its latest version.

Whenever you install an app on your Roku device, you will get the latest version of it from the developer’s end. So, It is vital to update the app at regular intervals to use the latest features or fix issues with the previous version. Follow this guide to update your Roku apps within seconds to enjoy your streaming seamlessly.

How to Update Apps on Roku Device

1. Turn on your Roku device and press the Home button on the remote to navigate to Roku Home Screen.

2. Use the Roku remote to move the selection box to the channel application you want to update. The selection box should highlight the app.

3. Press the (*) button on the Roku remote. This button will unlock additional options for the selected app.

4. Scroll down using the Roku remote to navigate through the available options, and select the Check for Updates option.

5. If a new update is available for the selected app, you can see the prompt for Update availability. Follow the on-screen instructions to update the channel app.

6. After selecting Check for Updates, you will see a prompt on the screen stating (Channel Name) is up to date. It refers to the app being updated already, and you can continue your streaming.

How to Update Apps on Roku from The Roku App

Apart from the above method, you can also update the apps on your Roku device using The Roku App.

`1. Firstly, go to the respective app store of your handheld device i.e., Google Play Store on Android OS phone/tablet and Apple App Store on iPhone/iPad.

2. Look for The Roku App and get it installed on your smartphone.

3. Launch The Roku App on your Smart Phone and sign in with your Roku account credentials.

4. Now, go to the home screen on the Roku app and select the Devices option.

5. From the list of devices, choose your Roku device.

6. Select the Channels option on the device page, where all the channel apps added to Roku will be displayed.

7. Locate and select the channel app you want to update from the list of available channel apps.

8. Check for the Update option within the app interface upon launching. It will usually be available under Settings, Options, or a dedicated update section, depending on the app.

9. Select the Update option, which will initiate the update for the channel.

10. Follow the screen instructions further to complete the app update.

Repeat the steps to update any Roku channel using the Roku Mobile app. Now, you can update any specific app on your Roku device, either using The Roku App or on the device itself. Roku usually performs automatic updates for software and apps. You can update the Roku device software, which will update all apps on the device. To update the Roku device, press the Home button on the remote and navigate to Settings → System → System update → Check Now. Select Update Now to update the device to the latest firmware.

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