Device To Hook Up To Tv To Stream Apps
Network-connected Tablo DVRs let you enjoy your favorite Over-the-Air TV programs via apps on Smart TVs, streaming boxes and sticks, smartphones, tablets, and computers.
(Looking for compatible recording storage options? See our Setup & Networking page.)
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- Scroll up or down and select. CBS, ABC, NBC, Fox and the CW stations all offer mobile apps that allow you to stream local TV shows on your mobile app.
- May 23, 2016 These devices connect to the TV via HDMI, and a router via wired Ethernet. Pro tip: You actually do not need additional software to stream from PC to TV—Windows, OSX and Linux operating systems have built-in DLNA (“Digital Living Network Alliance”) server features. Since DLNA is a dated standard, not every kind of media file will be.
Download, sign up, and sign in to streaming apps. Smart TVs usually have all of the popular apps on the homepage. Devices such as Apple TV allow you to customize your layout so you must go into the Apple Store and download the apps you want. Then go into the streaming apps and sign up or sign in. Get familiar with all the TV Ports Guide and learn how to connect a device (cable box, streaming device, game console) using HDMI cable.
Tablo Compatible Streaming Media Devices & Sticks
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SHIELDChromecast
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To enjoy Over-the-Air content on your big screen TV, network-connected Tablo DVRs support most popular HDMI-connected streaming media devices and sticks including:
- Roku
- Amazon Fire TV
- Apple TV
- Nvidia Shield (Android TV)
- Chromecast with Google TV (Android TV)
Click to see compatible secondary streaming devices & apps for TV-Connected Tablo DVRs.
The ‘best’ set-top-box for you depends on your needs and budget, but keep these considerations in mind while shopping:
Splurge vs. Save - Lower-end models will be slower and may lack features you want
Box vs. Stick - Stick-style models may be missing features
App Support - Some devices do not support a full range of TV streaming apps
Current vs. Previous Generation - Everyone loves a deal, but newer hardware is a better long-term investment
Certified vs. Generic Android - Generic 'KODI boxes' can cause app incompatibility or streaming quality issues
Set-Top-Box vs. Smart TV - Tablo supports some Smart TVs, but set-top-boxes provide more flexibility and power
Roku is the most popular streaming device cord cutters use with Tablo OTA DVRs.
Benefits
- Access to most Tablo screens and features
- Supports Automatic Commercial Skip
- Access live and recorded local TV on the same device as over 5,000+ paid or free Roku ‘channels’
- Wide range of affordable devices
- Available online and in-store (US and Canada)
Drawbacks
- Does not support Tablo Connect
We Recommend
We recommend the Roku Ultra (2020) and Roku Streaming Stick+.
(Older 'legacy' models such as the Roku LT and original streaming stick are not supported.)
Amazon Fire TV is the 2nd most popular streaming device for use with Tablo OTA DVRs.
Benefits
- Access to most Tablo screens and features
- Supports Tablo Connect & Automatic Commercial Skip
- Support for over 7,000+ paid or free apps and games
- Range of affordable devices including set-top-boxes and sticks
- Available in the US and Canada
Drawbacks
- User interface pushes Amazon Video content; can be off-putting for non-subscribers
We Recommend
The 2019 Amazon Fire TV Cube or the Amazon Fire TV 4K stick for the best experience.
(1st generation Fire TV boxes and sticks are no longer officially supported.)
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Apple fans should consider the Apple TV HD or the Apple TV 4K (2021 model).
Benefits
- Access to most Tablo screens and features
- Supports Tablo Connect & Automatic Commercial Skip
- Super-fast in-app navigation
- Control video playback using Siri voice assistant
- Access live and recorded local TV on the same device as purchased content from iTunes
- Available in the US and Canada
Drawbacks
- Expensive – price starts at $150 USD
- Not compatible with TV-Connected Tablo DVRs
We Recommend
Apple TV HD, Apple TV 4K
(Previous generation Apple TVs do not support an app store and therefore do not offer a native Tablo app.)
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The Nvidia SHIELD platform is great for gamers and home theatre hobbyists because of its power and flexibility.
Benefits
- Super-fast in-app navigation
- Access to most Tablo screens and features
- Supports Tablo Connect & Automatic Commercial Skip
- Controlled with a gamepad or optional remote control
- Access to a wide range of popular apps and games from the Google Play store
- Available in the US and Canada
Drawbacks
- Expensive – starts at $199 USD
- Cannot control Tablo app using Google voice controls
We Recommend
Nvidia SHIELD TV PRO or NVIDIA SHIELD TV (stick).
Unlike previous generations of Chromecast, the new Chromecast wtih Google TV is a true streaming device with its own remote.
Benefits
- Affordable but capable hardware
- Access to most Tablo screens and features
- Supports Tablo Connect & Automatic Commercial Skip
- Access to a wide range of popular apps and games from the Google Play store
- Available in the US and Canada
Drawbacks
- Not as powerful or flexible as other Android TV-based devices
We Recommend
Chromecast with Google TV (2020)
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Now that you know more about compatible streaming set-top-boxes and sticks, here's some additional reading that you might find helpful:
Tablo Compatible Smart TVs
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More than half of new televisions being sold today are Smart TVs - television displays that connect to and allow you to stream content over the internet or your home network.
Network-connetcted Tablo DVRs support the following Smart TV brands and styles:
- Roku Smart TVs (multiple manufacturers)
- Amazon Fire TV Edition Smart TVs (multiple manufacturers)
- Android TV Smart TVs (multiple manufacturers)
Click to see compatible secondary streaming Smart TVs & apps for TV-Connected Tablo DVRs.
Not all Smart TVs are created equal. In addition to looking for a television with a quality picture, you should be concerned about where it gets its 'smarts'.
Cord cutters, keep these considerations in mind:
- Operating System - Does it use technology from streaming set-top-box device makers like Roku, mainstream operating systems like Android TV, or a proprietary operating system?
- App Support - Smart TVs using tech from set-top-box makers generally support a wider variety of apps and will have access to new apps sooner.
- Power & Longevity - The 'smarts' inside your television can reach obsolescence quickly and wind up lacking the software and power required to use popular streaming apps.
One of every 3 Smart TVs shipped today in the US is based on Roku's operating system.
Device To Hook Up To Tv To Stream Apps Tv
Benefits
- Access to most Tablo screens and features
- Access live and recorded local TV on the same device as over 5,000+ paid or free Roku ‘channels’
- Wide range of affordable models
- Available online and in-store (US and Canada)
We Recommend
Roku Smart TVs are so popular due to their affordability, user-friendly interface and range of prices/styles. If you're a cord cutter choosing a Smart TV over a set-top-box, these are your best bets.
Amazon Fire TV Edition Smart TVs are readily available.
Benefits
- Access to most Tablo screens and features
- Support for over 7,000+ paid or free apps and games
- Range of affordable devices including set-top-boxes and sticks
- Supports setting manual recordings
- Available in the US and Canada
Drawbacks
- User interface pushes Amazon Video content; can be off-putting for non-subscribers
We Recommend
Amazon Fire TV set-top-boxes and sticks offer an excellent Tablo experience, and the Fire TV Edition Smart TVs are no exception. Better picture quality can be found on more expensive TV sets, but these offer good value.
Smart TVs leveraging the Android TV operating system offer excellent flexibility.
Benefits
- Access to most Tablo screens and features
- Supports setting manual recordings
- Access to a wide range of popular apps and games from the Google Play store
- Manufacturers include Sony, Philips and Sharp
- Available in the US and Canada
Drawbacks
- Older models may not have the processing power or memory required to run the Tablo app
We Recommend
We have not tested all makes/models of Android-based Smart TVs, but Sony generally offers good quality televisions. However, the in-app navigation speed is generally slower than Android TV set-top-boxes.
Now that you know more about Tablo compatible Smart TVs, here's some additional reading that you might find helpful:
Tablo Compatible Mobile Devices & PCs
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Learn MoreNetwork-connected Tablo DVRs support a variety of mobile devices and PCs including:
- iPads & iPhones running iOS 12+
- Android smartphones and tablets running Android 4.4+
- PCs running Windows 10 & MAC computers running Safari
With Tablo's out-of-home streaming service - Tablo Connect - cord cutters can even watch their favorite live and recorded hometown programs anywhere there's a WiFi or cellular connection.
NOTE - TV-Connected Tablo DVRs are not compatible with Tablo's mobile apps.
Apple fans can enjoy live and recorded TV via the Tablo apps for iPhone and iPad.
Benefits
- Access to all Tablo screens and filters including settings
- Supports Tablo Connect
- Supports setting manual recordings
- Can be used with older generation Apple TV devices via Airplay
- Available in the US and Canada
Drawbacks
- None
We Recommend
Any newer generation iPhone or iPad running iOS 12+ can be used with the Tablo app.
Android fans can enjoy live and recorded TV via the Tablo app for Android smartphones and tablets.
Benefits
- Access to all Tablo screens and filters including settings
- Supports Tablo Connect
- Supports setting manual recordings
- Available in the US and Canada
Drawbacks
- None
We Recommend
Any newer generation Android device running Android 4.4+ can be used with the Tablo app.
If you want to watch TV while working on your Windows PC, you can enjoy live and recorded content from Tablo via the Windows 10 app.
MAC users can access a web-based app at my.tablotv.com via the Safari browser.
Benefits
- Access to most Tablo screens and features including settings
- Supports Tablo Connect
- Supports setting manual recordings
- Available in the US and Canada
Drawbacks
- Web app is not fully supported on all platforms/browsers - soon Safari on MAC will be the only officially supported browser option.
- Windows 10 app is not supported MAC operating systems.
We Recommend
The Tablo Windows 10 app for PC and the web app via Safari for MAC computers.
Now that you know more about Tablo compatible PCs and mobile devices, here's some additional reading that you might find helpful:
Tablo Apps for iPad and Android Tablets:
Must be running Android 4.4+
Tablo Downloadable Web Apps for iPhone and Android Smartphones:
For Android phones, phablets and tablets running Android 4.4+
Tablo App for AppleTV 4:
Available on Apple TV HD or Apple TV 4K. Search for “Tablo”.
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Tablo App for Amazon Fire TV:
For Amazon Fire TV boxes and sticks.
(You may need to search for Nuvyyo.)
Tablo App for Android TV:
For Android TV-based set-top-boxes like the Nvidia SHIELD and Chromecast with Google TV.
Tablo Channel for Roku:
Tablo can be found in the 'App/Utility' section of the Roku Channel Store.
Tablo App for Windows 10 Computers:
For Windows 10 version 14393.0 or higher, Xbox One.
Tablo Web App for MACComputers:
Visit my.tablotv.com (Optimized for Safari browsers)