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The update only works with the second-cheapest Roku box ($80), allowing it to display the same resolution as its more-expensive brother, the $100 XD|S. Unfortunately for Roku SD and HD owners, their boxes won't be the recipient of this unexpected holiday gift.
Not only does this update enhance the video resolution of the Roku XR; it also makes its Hulu videos start faster, and its navigation controls work faster, too. Best of all, owners don't have to do a thing to get this update -- it'll upgrade itself automatically over the next few days.
Users who just can't wait can download the update manually by going to the Roku XR's Settings Menu, selecting "Player Info," then "Check for Updates," and the downloading and installation will begin.