This article illustrates the procedure to update the installed apps on your Roku streaming players and smart TVs.
Steps to Update Apps on Roku Using Remote
After installing the apps on your Roku TV, regular updates are a must. They will not only let you experience the latest features but also fix technical bugs, boost the device’s performance, and keep it safe from hackers. Have a glance over the steps below to update the apps on your Roku with the help of the remote.
- Head to Apps
After connecting the Roku to WiFi, click the Home key on the remote to go to the home page. You can press the right navigational arrow on the remote to move through the Apps section.
- Hit Asterisk button
Select the app you want to update from the apps list. Then, hit the Star or Asterisk button on the remote to get a pop-up menu on the screen.
- Select Check for Updates
On the pop-up menu, scroll down using the down directional key and highlight the Check for Updates option. Tap OK to open it.
- Click Update
The device will start scanning for updates. If an update is shown, tap the Update option. To confirm the selection, click the Update button again. Now, the selected app will be updated within a few seconds.
How to Update the Apps on Roku Without Remote
In case you have misplaced or lost the Roku remote, there is nothing to worry about. You can still update the apps using the Roku Mobile app. To do this, you must install the Roku Mobile app from the Play Store/App Store. Sign In to the same Roku account that you use on your device with the necessary login credentials. Tap on the Devices tab at the bottom of the Roku app screen. Then, choose the Connect Now button and hit the Apps on Roku option. Now, you can scroll and select the Apps you wish to update to the latest version on the Roku TV.
This simpler way will help in updating the apps more quickly, even without the help of the remote controller.
FAQ
Yes. You can upgrade the apps on Roku automatically. This can be done by updating the Roku firmware to the latest version. To do this, go to Settings → System → System Update → Check Now.
This happens mostly because of the unstable network connection. So, check whether the internet connection is good on your Roku TV by visiting the Network option in the Settings section. Then, choose Check connection and hit on the About option to verify whether the signal strength is good or not.
