TiVo, the juggernaut of the digital television recording revolution of the 2000s, recently announced that it would be phasing out service for its oldest DVRs -- but the company's newly leaked product, the TiVo Mantis, will take some of the distress away for TiVo faithfuls. Based on patent filings, the TiVo Mantis looks to be an impressive update on DVR tech.
The as-yet-unreleased TiVo Mantis' biggest difference from early DVRs is that the device does not require a wired connection to cable boxes. Taking advantage of modern wireless speeds, the Mantis uses an antenna to receive video, and it can then send that video to devices throughout a consumer's home.
While the TiVo Mantis looks to be too small to house internal storage, critics are theorizing that this means TiVo may offer some sort of cloud storage service in the future.
Modernized DVR Devices
The TiVo Mantis is Set to Replace TiVo's Oldest DVRs
Trend Themes
1. Modernized DVR Tech - The TiVo Mantis represents a trend towards updated and advanced DVR technology that is wireless and offers potential for cloud storage.
2. Cord-cutters' Dream - The shift away from wired connections to cable boxes in DVR technology is part of a growing trend of consumers dropping traditional cable in favor of streaming services, creating opportunities for new DVR companies and technologies.
3. Connected Home Devices - The TiVo Mantis showcases a trend in connected home devices that allow for seamless streaming across multiple devices.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The trend towards modernized DVR technology presents an opportunity for consumer electronics companies to create cutting-edge DVR systems that cater to the growing demand for streaming and cord-cutting.
2. Streaming Services - As more consumers drop traditional cable and opt for streaming services, the demand for high-quality DVR technology that can work with these services is on the rise.
3. Cloud Storage - The potential for cloud storage with the TiVo Mantis represents an opportunity for cloud storage companies to partner with DVR manufacturers and offer integrated storage solutions for consumers.