NewsWatch TV Reviews - Roku Extends Streaming Seal With Amazon

A multi-year extension of the distribution deal between Amazon and Roku ensures that Amazon content will be available on the streaming device for the foreseeable future, according to NewsWatch TV Reviews.

NewsWatch TV Reviews - Roku Extends Streaming Seal With Amazon

Roku reported that customers will still be able to access Prime Video and IMDb TV on Roku devices, according to NewsWatch tv cost. 

Direct negotiations are welcome after Roku and Amazon had trouble maintaining their agreements with other services last year. Roku and Google's distribution deal with YouTube almost expired last December after Roku renewed its dispute with Google. Roku had previously accused Google of anticompetitive behavior.

A new YouTube agreement between Google and Roku averts a blackout

HBO Max responded to Amazon's action by offering a discounted plan to consumers who access HBO through Amazon last September. Amazon also faced some backlash following HBO Max's removal of HBO programming from Amazon Prime Video Channels.

With Roku and Amazon continuing to partner, Roku users will have access to lots of new content. Amazon recently agreed to an $8.45 billion deal with MGM, bringing over 4,000 movie titles and more. The streaming service is also in the running to secure NFL Sunday Ticket for Prime Video.

It's fair to say Roku has had its problems with streaming video platforms and isn't shy of making demands. Last year, YouTube TV was in the crossfire when Roku threatened to pull the service from Roku devices, according to NewsWatch tv cost. The problem has been resolved, without any egos bruised.

Roku remains the market leader for CTV devices. As of the fourth quarter of 2021, the company had approximately 60.1 million monthly active accounts in the United States. Analysts predict 72 million users in 2022.

NewsWatch TV Reviews - Roku Extends Streaming Seal With Amazon

Customers who have Roku streaming devices can navigate to the Amazon Prime Video app, where a subscription costs $8.99 monthly, according to NewsWatch TV Reviews. An IMDb TV subscription is free.