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CNET
09-07-2025
- Business
- CNET
Prime Day Deal: You Could Be Watching a $74 Onn 4K Roku TV Today With This Sale From Walmart
It started a few days ago, and it continues amid Amazon's Prime Day bonanza -- Walmart clearing out its current roster of Roku-powered smart TVs. The deals range from a modest 24-inch version all the way up to a 70-inch, including a 46-percent price slash on the 50-inch model. With prices starting at just $74, we're pretty sure there is going to be deal for everyone. All of these models are available to be ordered today -- and in many places in the US, can be delivered today. You only need to order before the deals come to an end. Some even come with a slew of Apple services freebies, including Apple TV Plus, so you'll have something new to watch on your fancy smart TV. Why choose Roku? Apart from the price, there are a lot of reasons to choose Roku. Senior Editorial Director -- and TV reviewer extraordinaire -- David Katzmaier says that "Roku is my favorite smart TV system overall and the one I use on all of my TVs at home. It's simple, fast and has fewer ads and annoying promotions than Fire TV or Google TV. I also like its search results, which clearly provide pricing and other important info across apps." The entry-level 24-inch Onn Roku smart TV is perfect for small bedrooms and kitchen counters, and at just $74, it's hard to beat. That's a $64 discount, and a real bargain if you're in the market for a small-screen model. It's only a 720p display, but that's more than enough at this size. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. At the opposite end of the scale, we have the 75-inch LED Roku smart TV for $398 (marked down from $428). That monster comes with a 2160p UHD display with a 60Hz refresh rate. it also comes with 3 HDMI ports for major versatility. Somewhere in the middle, the biggest price slash is with the 50-inch 4K LED version of the same TV, marked down to $178 -- $151 off its original price of $329. Prime Day TV deals: Check out CNET's big list. Walmart is clearing out its Roku-powered TVs as it gets ready to make the switch to new models running Vizio software, hence the sale. But these TVs still offer wireless access to all of your favorite streaming apps and services, and, at these prices, you really can't go wrong. Be sure to check out the full line of Onn Roku TVs to see whether there's a better deal for you -- there are plenty of options across price and size ranges for you to choose from. Best Prime Day TV Deals Prime Day is well known as one of the best times of the year to save big on a new TV. We've checked through every deal available, and rounded up the best discounts for you to take advantage of. See Now Why this deal matters You can't beat upgrading your TV when it comes to improving your movie-watching and gaming experience. But whether you're buying for a home theater or just need to put a TV in your kid's bedroom, these deals have something for everyone. And with prices starting at just $74, they won't break the bank.
Daily Mirror
15-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Sky faces another new rival that will offer UK homes a free way to watch TV
Sky is facing stiff competition from the new Freely TV service and now there are even more screens that feature this streaming service. If you want to watch TV without needing an aerial or dish stuck to your chimney then you won't find a much better option than Sky Glass. This premium telly platform, which also now includes a cheaper Glass Air telly, lets homes tune into hundreds of live and on-demand channels via a broadband connection. It's a tough TV to beat but it is being rivalled by Freely. This service launched last year and also offers an instant way to watch TV shows without an aerial. Since it was first unveiled, the list of telly manufacturers making Freely-powered screens has been increasing and now there's even more good news for those considering switching to it. It's just been announced that smart TVs powered by the Roku operating system will soon get Freely pre-installed. That means UK homes wanting to access the streaming platform will be able to choose Roku-powered models made by Sharp, JVC, METZ and Polaroid. This new partnership will bring Freely together with the Roku experience and offer advanced features including personalised content and discovery tools. Speaking about the changes, Jonathan Thompson, CEO, Everyone TV, said: 'Offering freely on the Roku operating system is a major milestone for us, as we continue to expand reach for the free streaming platform. "We're delighted that as a huge global player, Roku has recognised the importance of easy and seamless access to public service broadcast content for UK audiences and I look forward to seeing Freely smart TVs with Roku in market this summer.' Does Freely fully match the Sky Glass experience? Freely does offer a comprehensive TV guide, recommendations and even a new backwards telly feature which lets you go back in time to find things to watch. It's fully powered by your broadband and even offers the ability to pause live TV. Once the compatible TV has been purchased, there are no monthly fees to pay, so you can watch shows, sports and movies without reaching for the credit card. READ MORE: Your iPhone will get a stunning new look and most useful free upgrade in years It's a decent way to watch the telly, but Freely can't match Sky when it comes to channels and overall features. Sky Glass offers instant access to premium channels, and there is also better integration with streaming platforms such as Netflix and Disney+. The firm's clever Playlists function also lets you store shows and movies to watch at a later date. One final thing to note is that Sky has worked hard on reducing the latency when watching live sport - that's something Freely can't currently match.
