TiVo Stream

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Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 19 reviews of TiVo Stream. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 3.7/5 for other Digital Video Recorders (DVR) for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the image quality and design, whereas there are some negative reviews about the size and price.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Video Recorders (DVR) the TiVo Stream is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Ben Drawbaugh (engadget.com)

TiVo Stream

More Info Updated TiVo Netflix, YouTube interfaces and iPad streaming hands-on TiVo Stream DVR-to-iOS transcoder box pops up for $129 pre-orders early TiVo Stream transcoder officially set to go on sale September 6th for $129 Back when we first...

Great picture quality ; Responsive user interface ; Simple setup

Expensive for what it does ; Only compatible with iOS devices

The TiVo Stream works as advertised, but seems more like a feature that should be built into the DVR, as opposed to a standalone $129 accessory.

Sep, 2012

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Expert review by : Rick Broida (wired.com)

Review: TiVo Stream

The little, black, Roku-style box plugs into your router, then streams or downloads shows from your TiVo to your iPod, iPad, or iPhone.

Streams and downloads TiVo recordings to your iOS device. Extremely good video quality. Supports up to three simultaneous streams from a single DVR. Integrates nicely with existing TiVo app

Not cheap. Lengthy setup process. Copy-protected recordings can’t be downloaded. Downloads take time and require your mobile device to stay on. Can’t stream live TV in the traditional sense. Works only with late-model, Ethernet-connected TiVos. No...

Oct, 2012

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

TiVo Stream turns an iOS device into a second screen for your DVR

If you're a TiVo user looking for a strong reason to buy an iPad or vice versa, the TiVo Stream is it.

The ; lets you easily stream and download programs wirelessly from your TiVo DVR to an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. Setup and operation are simple.

The Stream currently only works with iOS devices, and the app functionality could be more robust. It has TiVo Premiere support only and requires a wired Internet connection for the DVR and Stream.

For TiVo Premiere owners with iOS devices, the TiVo Stream is a cool addition to your AV setup and mobile life.

Sep, 2012

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Expert review by : Wendy Sheehan Donnell (pcmag.com)

TiVo Stream

If you have a Premiere DVR, TiVo Stream lets you download and stream video to your Apple mobile devices, but a high price, the need for extra hardware, and some copy-protection limitations keep it from being a must-have.

Lets you stream and download programming from your TiVo Premiere DVR to an iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch. Good streaming video quality. Supports up to three simultaneous streams from a single DVR.

Expensive, considering some cable companies offer similar features in free apps that don't require extra hardware. Requires a wired connection to router. A great deal of content we tried to download was copy protected.

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Sep, 2012

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

TiVo Stream review

The TiVo Stream is another step in the company's continued push to make its DVRs more of a whole-home solution.

The TiVo Stream lets you easily stream and download programs wirelessly from your TiVo DVR to an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. Setup and operation are simple.

The Stream currently only works with iOS devices, and the app functionality could be more robust. It has TiVo Premiere support only and requires a wired Internet connection for the DVR and Stream.

For TiVo Premiere owners with iOS devices, the TiVo Stream is a cool addition to your AV setup and mobile life.

Aug, 2012

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Consumer review (cnet.com)

The "Must-Have" TiVo Accessory

We recently "cut the cord" and ditched cable TV. Our TiVo Premiere and TiVo Stream provide all free TV entertainment we could ever need. The TiVo Stream and TiVo App for iPad are "gotta' have it" accessories - they let us enjoy our shows throughout the...

Dead simple to use and enjoy

None - It just works.

Feb, 2013

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Consumer review (cnet.com)

Best Christmas present ever from my techie mate!

I didn't think TiVo service could get any better but TiVo Stream is an amazing product that adds a whole new dimension to viewing.

I can watch favorite programs and news on my IPad in any room in the house, on the patio or download them to watch anywhere else. I'm a news junkie who is now no longer tied to the sofa! Love the 30-second fast forward so I can skip commercials.

None at all. None!

Jan, 2013

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Consumer review (cnet.com)

Life-Changing!

The main reason I purchased the TiVo Stream was to be able to take my recorded tv shows with me on vacation on my iPad. The TiVo Stream does this and more! I love being able to sit outside on my deck and stream shows from my TiVo in the living room. I...

Slick product! Easy-to-use, great video quality, works just like my TiVo.

Your Tivo needs to be physically wired to your network.

Oct, 2012

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Consumer review (cnet.com)

"Quality Video and Audio."

Much more responsive than the slingbox since it ties directly to the TiVo.

I mainly wanted to stream directly from my TiVo to my iPad and iPhone. TiVo Stream does this with absolutely great quality. It's a nice bonus to be able to transfer shows that I can take with me on the go. Excellent integration with the TiVo App.

Has to 'record' to watch a 'live' stream.

Oct, 2012

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