Roku LT Operating System open source distribution | Hacker News

The Hacker News thread examined Roku remote hardware and how its input methods have changed over time.

It noted that some early Roku remotes included motion sensors, highlighting older hardware features that many users may not remember.

The discussion focused on easier text entry, including using the Roku app, a Bluetooth keyboard, or phone-based keyboard input.

Participants also mentioned bridge-style solutions such as an RPi using Roku's ECP API to send inputs to the device.