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YouTube TV added to Roku and Apple TV

With a 37 per cent market share, according to Parks Associates research, Roku is essential to YouTube TV’s bring your own device strategy. The more pricey Apple TV will bring in far fewer new homes, but still an essential compontent in the product’s rollout.

From the article "YouTube TV added to Roku and Apple TV" by Julian Clover.

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