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Comcast and Roku have taken a big step toward getting rid of the cable box.

The two companies [released](http://corporate.comcast.com/comcast-voices/xfinity-tv-app-for-roku-devices-begins-beta-trial) the beta trial of the Xfinity TV app for Roku in the U.S. on Tuesday. The app allows Comcast subscribers to watch live and on-demand programming, as well as their cloud DVR recordings, via their Roku devices. Once the app launches officially, a cable box will no longer be necessary.

In beta mode, the app is free. But once the program is tested and officially launched, consumers will pay a monthly fee.

The app will only work on [Roku devices](https://time.com/4109902/roku-se-25-sale/) in the home. It is also only currently available on the Roku Express, Roku Express+, Roku Streaming Stick (model 3600), [Roku Premiere](https://time.com/4566825/gift-guide-tech-gadgets-technology-shopping-black-friday-christmas/item/roku-premiere/), Roku Premiere+, Roku Ultra, Roku 4 (model 4400), Roku 3 (model 4230 and 4200), and Roku 2 (model 4210).

The companies plan to officially launch the Xfinity TV app later this year.

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