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A TiVo exhibit at a technology conference. (Photo courtesy Xperi)

Kargo brings connected TV ad formats to TiVo devices

Kargo is bringing its connected TV (CTV) formats to devices running TiVo's operating system.

TiVo: Consumers watch around 5 FAST channels regularly

Out of hundreds of free streaming channels available today, how many are streamers actually watching? A new trends report from TiVo helps answer that question.

Stock image of remote control in front of a television set.

TiVo: Consumers spending less on streaming, adding more ad-based options

As premium, commercial-free streaming platforms increase costs, TV and film fans are becoming more "ad-tolerant."

TiVo: Most use built-in TV apps to watch streaming video content

As consumers engage with built-in apps, they're being exposed to more home screen ads — and they perceive those spots differently, depending on what's being promoted.

The Sharp Aquos TV is powered by TiVo OS, a relatively new smart TV operating system. (Graphic by The Desk)

Sharp TVs powered by TiVo start selling in U.S.

A handful of electronics retailers in the United States have started selling a model of Sharp TV that is powered by the new TiVo streaming operating system

A TiVo digital video recorder. (Photo by Jared C. Benedict)

Howard Stern one of many TiVo users affected by end of CableCARD

The company that provides service to Stern's home — believed to be Optimum — no longer supports CableCARD, making it impossible to pull in cable TV channels with various TiVo devices.

Eligible BMW and Mini vehicles have access to Paramount Plus content through in-dash infotainment systems. (Courtesy image)

Paramount Plus lands on BMW, Mini in-car entertainment systems

Drivers of select BMW and Mini vehicles can now stream content from Paramount Plus from their in-car entertainment systems.

An Apple TV remote in front of a blurry television set.

TiVo report: TV fans used fewer video services during Q2

The average number of video services in American households was nine, according to TiVo's latest video trends report, down from 11 reported during Q2 2023.

Amazon agrees to buy Perceive Corporation from Xperi

Amazon has entered into an asset purchase agreement with Xperi to acquire hardware and software firm Perceive.

TiVo-powered smart TVs to make U.S. debut in 2025

After making their mark in Europe, Xperi says its TiVo-powered smart TVs are about ready to make their debut in the United States.

Panasonic revealed as sixth TiVo TV partner

Panasonic will launch a new line of smart TVs in the United Kingdom that are powered by TiVo OS, the company affirmed this week.

A TiVo exhibit at a technology conference. (Photo courtesy Xperi)

TiVo TVs coming to U.S. stores by end of 2024, Xperi says

Xperi also signs three new TiVo Broadband partners, including Buckeye Broadband.

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