SPECTRUM EXPANDS 4K CONTENT AVAILABILITY TO APPLE TV 4K AND ROKU DEVICES VIA SPECTRUM TV APP

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Spectrum (NYSE:CHTR) on November 20, 2025 expanded 4K availability in the Spectrum TV App to compatible Apple TV 4K and Roku devices, adding to an earlier launch on the Xumo Stream Box.

Working with programming partners ESPN, FOX and NBC, Spectrum said customers can access select live 4K events (including ESPN College Football 4K Game of the Week, FOX's Big Noon Kickoff select Saturdays, Syracuse vs. Notre Dame on Nov 22, 2025 and Indiana vs. Purdue on Nov 28, 2025). 4K content appears in a dedicated app section; Xumo viewers may see an on-screen prompt to switch from HD to 4K when available.

Requirements: Spectrum TV package with the network carrying the event, a 4K TV, compatible device (Xumo Stream Box, Apple TV 4K 2nd gen+ or compatible Roku), 4K HDMI cable, and device resolution set to 4K/2160p.

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Spectrum widened 4K delivery to Apple TV 4K and Roku, increasing reach for live 4K sports and app engagement.

Broadening 4K support to Apple TV 4K (2nd gen+) and compatible Roku devices extends the technical distribution path for live 4K feeds from partners like ESPN, FOX and NBC. This change lowers friction for subscribers with modern streaming hardware to access higher-resolution broadcasts inside the existing Spectrum TV App rather than requiring a separate box.

Adoption depends on three concrete conditions: customers must have the relevant network in their Spectrum package, a 4K-capable TV with a 4K-supporting HDMI cable, and device resolution set to 4K/2160p. Short-term impact will show in viewer experience for listed events on Nov. 22, 2025 and Nov. 28, 2025; monitor uptake metrics and any device-specific playback issues over the next few weeks.

More Customers Can Enjoy 4K Content From ESPN, FOX and NBC

STAMFORD, Conn., Nov. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Spectrum today announced the expansion of 4K availability in the Spectrum TV App to compatible Apple TV 4K and Roku devices, joining the previous launch on the Xumo Stream Box. Working in collaboration with leading programming partners, Spectrum TV customers with Apple TV and Roku devices now have access to an enhanced viewing experience, when 4K content is made available by ESPN, FOX and NBC.

"With the addition of Apple TV 4K and Roku, more Spectrum customers can enjoy the clarity that 4K brings, all within the Spectrum TV App," said Elena Ritchie, Senior Vice President, Video. "Viewers can experience their favorite 4K live events with stunning picture quality, vibrant colors, and razor-sharp detail, making their viewing experience more immersive and enjoyable."

In the coming weeks, Spectrum's 4K programming partners will telecast:

• ESPN College Football's 4K Game of the Week, with select games in 4K throughout the season
• FOX's Big Noon Kickoff, select Saturdays during the college football season (check local listings)
• Syracuse vs. Notre Dame college football, November 22 at 3:30 p.m. ET on NBC
• Indiana vs. Purdue college football, November 28 at 7:30 p.m. ET on NBC

Spectrum TV customers can find available 4K content in a dedicated section on the home screen of the Spectrum TV App. Additionally, when using a Xumo Stream Box, customers viewing HD content that is also available in 4K will be prompted with an on-screen message providing the option to switch to the 4K channel.

To watch 4K content through the Spectrum TV App, customers need a Spectrum TV package that includes access to the ESPN, FOX, or NBC network carrying the 4K event. Additionally, they must have a 4K TV connected to a Xumo Stream Box, Apple TV 4K 2nd generation and later, or compatible Roku TV or Roku streaming device, using a 4K-supporting HDMI cable. The picture resolution settings on the device should be set to 4K or 2160p, depending on the device.

About Spectrum
Spectrum is a suite of advanced communications services offered by Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR), a leading broadband connectivity company available to 58 million homes and small to large businesses across 41 states. Founded in 1993, Charter has evolved from providing cable TV to streaming, and from high-speed Internet to a converged broadband, WiFi and mobile experience. Over the Spectrum Fiber Broadband Network and supported by our 100% U.S.-based employees, the Company offers Seamless Connectivity and Entertainment with Spectrum Internet^®, Mobile, TV and Voice products. 

More information can be found at corporate.charter.com.

 

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FAQ

What did Spectrum announce on November 20, 2025 about 4K on Apple TV 4K and Roku (CHTR)?

Spectrum announced expanded 4K availability in the Spectrum TV App for compatible Apple TV 4K and Roku devices, joining the existing Xumo Stream Box support.

Which networks will offer 4K events in the Spectrum TV App on Apple TV 4K and Roku?

ESPN, FOX and NBC will provide select live 4K events in the Spectrum TV App when those networks make 4K available.

Which specific 4K college football events were listed for November 2025 on Spectrum (CHTR)?

The release listed Syracuse vs. Notre Dame on November 22, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. ET and Indiana vs. Purdue on November 28, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. ET.

How do Spectrum customers find 4K content in the Spectrum TV App on Apple TV 4K or Roku?

Available 4K content appears in a dedicated section on the Spectrum TV App home screen.

What hardware and service requirements are needed to watch 4K on Spectrum TV App (CHTR)?

Customers need a Spectrum TV package including the network carrying the event, a 4K TV, a Xumo Stream Box or Apple TV 4K 2nd gen or later or compatible Roku device, a 4K HDMI cable, and device resolution set to 4K/2160p.

Will Xumo Stream Box users be alerted when a channel is available in 4K?

Yes; customers using a Xumo Stream Box viewing HD content that is also available in 4K will be prompted with an on-screen message to switch to the 4K channel.