# 4K Media Streamers The Roku 4 is Purported to Have Ultra High Definition Support Built In By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-10-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roku-4 References: [liliputing](http://liliputing.com/2015/10/leaked-roku-4-spec-sheet-confirms-support-for-4k-video.html) & [roku](http://roku.com) The highly anticipated Roku 4 will have support for [4K video streaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4k-transmitter), which comes to the delight of fans around the world. While the Roku 4 has yet to be formally rolled out by the company, the brand accidentally leaked specs and a photo of the device, which are impressive to say the least. Doubling on the RAM of the Roku 3, the Roku 4 will feature 1.5GB that will ultimately make usage more streamlined and quick to navigate. Advanced WiFi is built into the Roku 4 to ensure it can handle 4K video, which naturally requires lots of bandwidth to stream. A game-like controller will help users of the Roku 4 not only operate the device easily, but also [play games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optoma-gt4000uhd-4k-ust-projector). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **4K Video Streaming:** The Roku 4's support for 4K video streaming opens up opportunities for disruptive innovation in the home entertainment industry by providing users with a high-quality viewing experience. - **Advanced Wifi:** The advanced WiFi technology built into the Roku 4 creates opportunities for innovative new products in the internet services industry. - **Game-like Controller:** The game-like controller for the Roku 4 sparks opportunities for disruptive innovation in the gaming industry by providing a new way for users to interact with their media. ### Where This Applies - **Home Entertainment:** The Roku 4's 4K video streaming support is a potential disruptive innovation opportunity for the home entertainment industry, as it provides users with an enhanced viewing experience at home. - **Internet Services:** The advanced WiFi technology in the Roku 4 creates opportunities for innovative new products and services in the internet services industry, including improved streaming capabilities. - **Gaming:** The game-like controller for the Roku 4 presents exciting potential for disruptive innovation in the gaming industry, offering users a new way to engage with their media content. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-Res Streaming Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roku-streaming-stick-plus.md) - [Pro-Grade Streaming Device TVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roku-pro-series-tvs.md) - [Advanced TV-Focused Hardware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roku-1.md) - [Speedy Smart Streaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-tv-streamer.md) - [Quad-Core Processor Streaming Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-fire-tv-stick-4k.md) - [High-Power Streaming Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-mi-box-4s-max.md) - [Branded Streaming TVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roku-2.md) - [Cinematic Streaming Disc Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-4k-ultra-hd-bluray-player.md) - [Blazing-Fast Media Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2022-apple-tv-4k.md)