Observed Signal · Jul 2, 2026 · Product Release · Source: Cord Cutters News · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Roku Pro Remote 2 Available for $29.88
Roku's upgraded Pro Remote 2 is available this summer for $29.88 as a standalone accessory and will ship with new Roku Pro TVs. The remote adds motion-activated backlit buttons, a USB-C charging port (replacing micro-USB), and a dedicated Guide button that combines OTA antenna access and Roku Channel streaming in one place. Two previous programmable buttons have been consolidated into a single customizable 'rocket ship' button to open a favorite app. The product was covered by Cord Cutters News (author Luke Bouma) on July 2, 2026 and is sold through retailers such as Amazon.
Consumer hardware accessory update for Roku; limited industry impact but relevant to the Connected TV (CTV) device ecosystem and accessory sales.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Roku Pro Remote 2 is being sold for $29.88.
- Features include motion-activated backlit buttons and a USB-C charging port (replacing micro-USB).
- The remote includes a dedicated Guide button that accesses the Roku Guide to combine OTA antenna channels and the Roku Channel.
- Two programmable buttons were replaced by a single customizable 'rocket ship' button to open a favorite app.
- The remote will be included with new Roku Pro TVs and is sold separately (available on Amazon).
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Third-Party Large Button Remote Released for Roku TVs
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