TiVo's $50 Stream 4K dongle is ready for cord-cutters
Instead of another DVR, the TiVo brand is getting into streaming.
TiVo Bolt
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The Bolt isn't for cord-cutters, or power TiVo users who value Lifetime service or need more recording space and tuners. But for the casual TV viewer who just wants a better cable box without making a huge upfront investment? Even with an interestingly curved frame, it's a perfect fit -- all while piling on extras like commercial skipping and sending recordings to your phones and tablets.
Pros
- Commercial skipping is easy to use and works as promised
- QuickMode is the best way to binge watch in a hurry
- Faster than previous TiVos
- One year of TiVo service included
Cons
- "Lifetime"TiVo service just got way more expensive
- No out-of-home streaming yet, no six-tuner or 3TB option
- Odd shapeisn't for everyone
- SkipMode sometimes failed to appear on shows where it should
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Key Specs
TYPE
High def DVR
NUMBER OF DIGITAL TUNERS
4
VIDEO OUTPUTS
Antenna / RF
VIDEO SERVICES
Netflix, Youtube
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