TiVo Stream 4K Review

TiVo Stream 4k is the newest streaming device to hit the cord cutter market, and up until its release there was a lot of speculation on what the device could actually do. Many TiVo fans were shocked to learn that there are no similarities or cross communicating between already established TiVo Devices.

This for many fans was a let down because many TiVo users were looking for an affordable primary streaming device similar to TiVo’s other devices:

The device itself uses the Android operating system which in my opinion is better than Roku because it gives users more accessory options. The downside to that is it can come off as just another Android streaming device with a TiVo logo.

Tech Specs

Chipset
Amlogic S905Y2
RAM
2GB DDR4
Flash
eMMC 8GB
Interface
HDMI 2.0a, Micro USB2.0, USB-C
Audio Decoding
MEPG, AAC, HE-ACC, OGG, OGA, FLAC, ALAC, Ape, M4A, RM, MPEG-1 layer1/2, MPEG-2 Layer II, Dolby Digital/Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos, DTS, WMA, WMA Pro (WMV optional)

Wi-Fi
802.11 b/g/n/ac 2.45/5G MIMO 2T2R Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 4.2
Video Output
HDMI 2.0a, HDCP2.2
Aspect Ratio
Auto, Full screen
Video Resolution
4K@60fps, 1080p/i, 720p

What I Like:

Fast and responsive interface. No lagging
Integration of popular streaming services such as, Hulu, Starz, Tubi TV, ETC.
Ability to pair any bluetooth audio device
Access to the android store
Free access TiVo+

What I don’t Like:

No option or instructions on how to pair remote to control TV volume and power
Limited results when searching content
No actual TiVo abilities

Clearly the pros outweigh the cons. The general consensus now is that TiVo wasn’t looking to add another device for existing fans but to branch out and reach a different type of consumer.

As of now I can’t see this being a Primary streaming device because it has some bugs they need to work on. Like the screen going black and the lack of overall searchable access to streaming services.