The Apple TV app is launching on Roku devices, just in time for Apple’s TV+ streaming debut on November 1.
The TV app can be downloaded thorugh the Roku channel store, allowing Roku users to access their 4K HD iTunes purchases, Apple TV Channels, and Apple TV+ originals.
The company says the app will be compatible with most Roku devices, including the Roku streaming stick and Roku Ultra set-top box. However, “select older Roku models” are not supported.
The Roku TV app will be available in the US, Argentina, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, France, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Ireland and the UK.
“With the Apple TV app coming to Roku, our customers will enjoy an even broader range of exciting entertainment, including the highly anticipated Apple TV+ service,” said Scott Rosenberg, Roku senior vice president and general manager of Platform Business.
“Roku is a valuable partner for content providers looking to reach a large and engaged audience, and we’re looking forward to bringing this new option to Roku users.”
The Apple TV+ service is going to launch in 100 countries on November 1.
In the US, the service will be priced at $4.99 per month, in Europe for €4.99, and in the UK for £4.99, but will be free for a full year for anyone who buys a new Apple device.
