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Open Source DVR

Linux Based Monolith Challenges TiVo

— December 30, 2006 — Tech
Why bother with a TiVo or Windows Multimedia PC when you can build an HD DVR that lets you ignore DRM copyright codes and record anything you want? The open sourced DVR systems runs on linux and can easily be modified.

Implications - On top of being completely free from monthly charges and able to ignore DRM codes, the Monolith is also fully capable of utilizing open-source plugins to further enhance its capabilities. From weather reports and jukeboxes, to effortless file surfing, the Monolith is truly an entertainment device unlike any other. It's not hard to imagine that a few companies will be upset that it circumvents DRM copyright codes, but you really can't fault a product for giving consumers what they want.
Trend Themes
1. Open Source Entertainment Systems - The trend of using open-source software to create entertainment systems and devices is disrupting the traditional market of expensive DRM regulated entertainment products.
2. Customized Hardware and Software - The trend of creating and selling customizable hardware and software products is disrupting the traditional market of one-size-fits-all entertainment devices and systems.
3. Open-source Integration - The trend of integrating open-source software with traditional entertainment devices and systems is disrupting the traditional market of expensive and DRM regulated entertainment products.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can benefit from disruptive innovation by offering customizable, open-source hardware and software products at affordable prices that circumvent DRM regulation while providing enhanced entertainment experiences for consumers.
2. Software Development - The software development industry can benefit from disruptive innovation by providing customized and open-source plugin options for entertainment systems and devices, challenging traditional, expensive entertainment products.
3. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can benefit from disruptive innovation by integrating open-source software with traditional entertainment devices and systems, offering affordable, customizable, and DRM-free entertainment experiences for consumers.
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