TiVo has officially ceased selling its physical DVR set-top boxes as of October 1, 2025. The company's parent, Xperi, confirmed this decision after the product listings were removed from their website. TiVo's groundbreaking DVRs, launched in 1999, revolutionized television viewing by enabling features like pausing, rewinding, and recording live broadcasts. This innovation allowed viewers to control their viewing experience in unprecedented ways. Previously, missing the start of a show or enduring commercials were unavoidable aspects of television. Now, TiVo has transitioned to a software-focused business model. They primarily develop and distribute TiVo OS, a smart TV operating system. While TiVo OS has been prominent in Europe since 2022, it recently debuted in the US through Sharp's smart TVs. This operating system aggregates various streaming services and provides both free and paid content options. Despite discontinuing hardware sales, TiVo will continue to provide support for its existing DVR products. This commitment ensures ongoing assistance for customers, particularly those with lifetime plans.