Ars TechnicaMar 17, 2025
Roku says unpopular autoplay ads are just a test
Users are unimpressed, eager to toss devices if test sticks.
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2025/03/roku-says-unpopular-autoplay-ads-are-just-a-test/?utm_brand=arstechnica&utm_social-type=owned&utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social
“Awful”: Roku tests autoplaying ads loading before the home screen

Users are unimpressed, eager to toss devices if test sticks.

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Show threadBrian GainorMar 17, 2025
@arstechnica I believe this is what @pluralistic calls "enshittification"
Show threadAmbiorickx
@bgainor @arstechnica @pluralistic The enshittification will continue until morale improves
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