Published September 17, 2026 · Added September 23, 2026

Roku open-sources its smart-device operating system, Roku LT OS

The Desk reports that Roku released Roku LT OS, the lightweight operating system it uses in its voice remotes and other devices, as open source under the Mozilla Public License 2.0 on GitHub, letting manufacturers build Roku-compatible cameras, doorbells, lights, thermostats, and remotes. Roku is betting that wider device support will help its streaming platform compete with Apple TV, Amazon's Fire TV, and Google's Android TV.

The Desk reports that Roku released Roku LT OS, the lightweight operating system it uses in its voice remotes and other devices, as open source under the Mozilla Public License 2.0 on GitHub, letting manufacturers build Roku-compatible cameras, doorbells, lights, thermostats, and remotes. Roku is betting that wider device support will help its streaming platform compete with Apple TV, Amazon’s Fire TV, and Google’s Android TV.

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Source: Thedesk