Has anyone owned a Tablo for longer than three years? Is the typical lifetime more than three years?

I've had my Tablo for about 3 years. I've paid annually for my subscription and it covers my Tablo devices at my primary and vacation residences. I previously had a lifetime subscription with a similar box called 'SIMPLE TV' but that company went out of business. While I believe Tablo is in better shape and has a better product, I wouldn't personally pay for a lifetime subscription.

Will the unit power an external hard drive, not a USB stick?

Yes, as a lifetime subscriber, I have been using a 1 TB external USB Toshiba drive (self-powered, no power cord) for many years without any issues. I would purchase again.

How many hours of HD TV can this DVR hold?

The storage capacity of Tablo depends on the capacity of the hard drive you attach and the quality setting you choose in the recording settings. A third factor is the amount of 'meta data' saved. Tablo states that you can expect to store about 40 hours of HD recording on a 64 GB hard drive. However, with an 8 TB drive, you could store more than 3,000 hours of HD content.

If I use this via Ethernet, only to my computer, am I using the internet connection for anything besides the program guide?

No, the Tablo only uses the internet to download the program guide and upload your usage history. It does not use the internet for actual video content. The video content is free and comes through your antenna over the air.

The remote has no number pad, so how do you enter a specific channel number?

You can use the app on your smartphone, tablet, or smart TV to enter a specific channel number. The app allows you to choose what to record from the free or subscribed schedules for channels in your area.

What DVR can I buy which records both cable and Roku shows?

Tablo only records from an antenna feed, so it is not suitable for recording cable or Roku shows.

Is the app compatible with Fire HD 10?

Yes, if there is a Tablo app available on your Fire device, it should be compatible.

I have a 2 terabyte external hard drive from Seagate 2.0-3.0 USB with external power. Will this work on a Tablo Lite?

Yes, it should work fine. Most HDs run much faster than what Tablo requires.

How do you change how the recordings display to words?

I'm not sure about changing the display to words. Have you tried closed captioning on your TV or the device itself?

If I record on a 1 TB hard drive, can I then attach the hard drive and watch recordings on a tablet in a different country?

I'm not sure if you can watch recordings from a different country, but it might be possible.

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Tablo Dual LITE [TDNS2B-02-CN] Over-The-Air [OTA] Digital Video Recorder [DVR] - with WiFi, Live TV Streaming, Black

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Tablo Dual LITE [TDNS2B-02-CN] Over-The-Air [OTA] Digital Video Recorder [DVR] - with WiFi, Live TV Streaming, Black

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Question : Has anyone owned a Tablo for longer than three years? Is the typical lifetime more than three years?
Answer : I've had my Tablo for about 3 years. I've paid annually for my subscription and it covers my Tablo devices at my primary and vacation residences. I previously had a lifetime subscription with a similar box called 'SIMPLE TV' but that company went out of business. While I believe Tablo is in better shape and has a better product, I wouldn't personally pay for a lifetime subscription.
Question : Will the unit power an external hard drive, not a USB stick?
Answer : Yes, as a lifetime subscriber, I have been using a 1 TB external USB Toshiba drive (self-powered, no power cord) for many years without any issues. I would purchase again.
Question : How many hours of HD TV can this DVR hold?
Answer : The storage capacity of Tablo depends on the capacity of the hard drive you attach and the quality setting you choose in the recording settings. A third factor is the amount of 'meta data' saved. Tablo states that you can expect to store about 40 hours of HD recording on a 64 GB hard drive. However, with an 8 TB drive, you could store more than 3,000 hours of HD content.
Question : If I use this via Ethernet, only to my computer, am I using the internet connection for anything besides the program guide?
Answer : No, the Tablo only uses the internet to download the program guide and upload your usage history. It does not use the internet for actual video content. The video content is free and comes through your antenna over the air.
Question : The remote has no number pad, so how do you enter a specific channel number?
Answer : You can use the app on your smartphone, tablet, or smart TV to enter a specific channel number. The app allows you to choose what to record from the free or subscribed schedules for channels in your area.
Question : What DVR can I buy which records both cable and Roku shows?
Answer : Tablo only records from an antenna feed, so it is not suitable for recording cable or Roku shows.
Question : Is the app compatible with Fire HD 10?
Answer : Yes, if there is a Tablo app available on your Fire device, it should be compatible.
Question : I have a 2 terabyte external hard drive from Seagate 2.0-3.0 USB with external power. Will this work on a Tablo Lite?
Answer : Yes, it should work fine. Most HDs run much faster than what Tablo requires.
Question : How do you change how the recordings display to words?
Answer : I'm not sure about changing the display to words. Have you tried closed captioning on your TV or the device itself?
Question : If I record on a 1 TB hard drive, can I then attach the hard drive and watch recordings on a tablet in a different country?
Answer : I'm not sure if you can watch recordings from a different country, but it might be possible.

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Tablo Dual LITE [TDNS2B-02-CN] Over-The-Air [OTA] Digital Video Recorder [DVR] - with WiFi, Live TV Streaming, Black

The Tablo Dual HDMI is an Over-The-Air (OTA) Digital Video Recorder (DVR) that allows you to cut the cord and save money while still being able to record and watch TV shows. The device is simple and easy to set up, with a user-friendly interface. It comes with a 30-day guide subscription, but after that, you can opt for a free 24-hour guide or pay to continue the subscription. The device can power an external hard drive, and the storage capacity depends on the size of the drive and the quality setting chosen for recordings. The Tablo only records from antenna feed and does not support cable or Roku shows. The app is compatible with Fire HD 10 and can be used on smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs. Overall, the Tablo Dual HDMI is a reliable DVR option for those looking to cut the cord and have access to OTA broadcasts.

Pros

Simple and easy to set up
Ability to power external hard drive
Compatibility with Fire HD 10
Can be used on multiple devices

Cons

Software upgrade issues leading to device lock-ups
Guide subscription and guide information problems
Limited tuner sensitivity
Incompatibility with certain WiFi networks
Frequent prompts for signal quality issues

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