TiVo Ends DVR Production After Decades
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– TiVo has officially stopped manufacturing DVR hardware after 26 years, removing all digital video recorder products from its website.
– The company’s last DVR release was the TiVo Edge in 2019, and TiVo merged with software company Xperi in June 2020.
– TiVo confirmed it stopped selling Edge DVR products and accessories as of September 30, 2025, and has depleted its remaining inventory.
– The decline in demand for standalone DVRs is due to streaming services and cable providers offering on-demand and cloud-based recording features.
– TiVo will continue as a software provider for smart TVs and vehicle infotainment systems and will support its obsolete hardware products.
The era of the standalone TiVo DVR has officially drawn to a close, marking a significant milestone in home entertainment history. After more than a quarter-century of operation, the company has confirmed it has halted all production of its digital video recorder hardware. This decision follows the complete removal of DVR products from TiVo’s official website, as first reported by Cord Cutters. The TiVo Edge, launched in 2019, stands as the final hardware release from the brand. Following its merger with Xperi in mid-2020, the company has now shifted its focus entirely away from manufacturing physical DVR units.
In an official statement provided to Cord Cutters, TiVo clarified the timeline of this transition. The company confirmed it stopped selling all Edge DVR models and related accessories as of September 30, 2025. The statement also noted that TiVo and its manufacturing partners have completely ceased production of DVR hardware, and the remaining company inventory has been fully depleted. This announcement solidifies the end of an iconic product line that once revolutionized how people watched and recorded television.
This strategic pivot away from hardware was largely driven by profound shifts in consumer viewing habits. The explosive growth of on-demand streaming platforms has fundamentally changed the media landscape, making scheduled recording less essential for many households. At the same time, traditional cable and satellite providers have integrated cloud-based recording capabilities directly into their set-top boxes, eliminating the need for a separate DVR device. These market forces steadily eroded demand for standalone digital video recorders, making TiVo’s hardware business increasingly unsustainable.
While the familiar DVR hardware is now a thing of the past, the TiVo brand itself is not disappearing. The company has successfully reinvented itself as a leading software and intellectual property provider. Its technology and user experience now power the smart TV platforms and vehicle infotainment systems of various major manufacturers. TiVo has also assured its existing customer base that it will continue to provide support and service for its legacy hardware products, ensuring that those still using older DVRs are not immediately left behind.
(Source: The Verge)
