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Hunter Fenollol

Roku just got a huge update that turns your TV into a smart home security center

Roku Camera Carousel UI on Roku TV.

Roku's latest update makes the company's streaming devices and TVs some of the best smart home devices you can buy for keeping an eye on your property. The biggest upcoming feature is the rotating "Camera Carousel" of all your Roku security video feeds on the big screen. This will automatically switch views when cameras detect activity or during timed intervals.

You'll also now get real-time pop-up notifications from all your Roku cameras — no longer just your video doorbell. This gives you a heads-up if there's movement in the yard or if the kiddos wake up in the middle of the night while you're watching TV. These notifications are completely optional. That said, it's nice not to have to check separate devices like your phone or smart display constantly.

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