Developer ends lucrative screensaver deal with Roku because Fox bought it
Some Roku OS users have been sad to learn that their favorite screensaver will no longer be available as of December 1.
TL;DR
- The "Aquatic Life" screensaver will be removed from Roku devices on December 1st.
- Creator Jim Sachs is ending his licensing deal with Roku due to its acquisition by Fox.
- Sachs cited ethical concerns about Fox News' "controversial style of news and entertainment" as his reason for not renewing the license.
- Roku will replace the "Aquatic Life" screensaver with "Roku City," which features subtle advertisements.
- The licensing deal was a significant source of income for Sachs.
- Fans have expressed disappointment online over the loss of the ad-free screensaver.
- Sachs is open to restoring the license if Fox changes its business model or offers the screensaver for free.