TiVo enhances OS; Bone named TiVo OS GM
September 3, 2026



At the IFA show in Berlin, TiVo has announced a raft of significant enhancements to TiVo OS, its independent media platform, delivering new generative AI-powered content discovery experiences, expanded free streaming content, enhanced sports experiences, interactive commerce capabilities, and platform optimisations that are expected to reduce costs for smart TV manufacturers.

TiVo has also announced the appointment of Tal Bone as Senior Vice President and General Manager of TiVo OS. Bone brings more than a decade of experience building and scaling global smart TV and entertainment platforms. Most recently, he served as Vice President of Global Product and Chief Technology Officer at VIDAA, Hisense’s smart TV operating system, where he helped grow the platform to more than 40 million monthly active users worldwide. Prior to VIDAA, Tal led Fire TV product initiatives across Europe at Amazon and also served as co-founder and CEO of technology startup Remoty.


“As TiVo OS continues to expand across global markets, Tal’s extensive experience building and scaling world-class TV platforms will be instrumental in accelerating our growth,” said Geir Skaaden, Chief Products and Services Officer at Xperi. “Tal brings a unique combination of product vision, engineering expertise, and deep industry relationships. We are thrilled to welcome him to the team and look forward to further strengthening TiVo OS as the leading independent entertainment platform for consumers, content partners, and device manufacturers.”

“As the TV ecosystem evolves, consumers increasingly want a simpler, more intelligent way to discover and enjoy content, while manufacturers need greater flexibility, stronger economics, and more control over their customer experience,” added Bone. “TiVo OS is uniquely positioned to meet those needs. By combining AI-powered discovery, an open and independent platform strategy, expanded content offerings, and a highly efficient operating system architecture, we’re creating the next generation of entertainment experiences that benefit viewers, partners, and the broader ecosystem.”

Expanded TiVo Channels Offering

TiVo continues to grow its free streaming ecosystem through significant enhancements to TiVo Channels. The platform offers hundreds of new global and local FAST channels, expanding consumer choice while increasing engagement and viewership. TiVo has also refreshed the TiVo Channels experience with a redesigned program guide, a new mini guide for faster channel navigation, and personalised content carousels that surface relevant programming at the right time, helping increase session duration and repeat viewing.

Enhanced Live Sports Discovery

TiVo OS now delivers enhanced sports discovery across search, recommendations, and the home screen. Fans can more easily discover, follow, and access live games and sporting events through improved surfacing of sports content and real-time event promotion directly within the TiVo OS experience.

DVB-I Support Expands Broadcast Access

TiVo OS now supports DVB-I, enabling broadcasters to deliver television content over the internet while simplifying access for consumers. The enhancement allows viewers to discover and watch local broadcast channels without requiring a traditional aerial or antenna, helping bridge the gap between traditional broadcast television and next-generation IP-based viewing experiences.

Lower Costs and Greater Flexibility for Device Manufacturers

TiVo continues to invest heavily in platform efficiency, helping partners manage rising hardware costs without compromising user experience. Recent optimisations have significantly reduced the TiVo OS memory footprint, enabling deployment on devices with as little as 1 GB RAM and 4 GB eMMC. These improvements are designed to help reduce bill-of-material costs, allow for more efficient hardware configurations, and expand deployment opportunities across a wider range of smart TVs and connected entertainment devices.

Bringing Interactive Experiences to the TV Screen

Through a partnership with IRCODE, TiVo OS now combines AI and computer vision technologies to recognise on-screen content and enable immediate viewer interaction. These capabilities unlock new opportunities for commerce, content discovery, advertising, and companion experiences, allowing consumers to engage with content in entirely new ways while creating new monetisation opportunities for partners.

New AI-Powered Discovery

TiVo will implement the soon-to-be released AI-powered discovery product, Agent TiVo, which is designed to enable consumers to navigate entertainment through natural conversation and help them discover content more intuitively and efficiently. Users will be able to describe what they’re looking for and receive personalised recommendations and guidance.