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Disruptive over-the-air DVR that shook up the TV cord cutting industry.

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An Inside Glimpse Into the Product Design of TabloTV's Over-the-Air DVR

TabloTV 3D Concept Ideas

Product Design Requirements

TabloTV chose Design 1st to transform their innovative DVR technology into an elegant design enclosure that would deal with the high heat output from advanced chipsets and stand out.

  • Develop multiple design concepts of the enclosure
  • Be low-powered and quiet.
  • Be simple-to-use and easy-to-install.
  • Understand and prevent thermal issues over extended usage
Manufacturing Parts Assembly

Engineering Challenges

The primary engineering challenge was how to alleviate thermal issues while maintaining a sleek, compact form factor.

  • Explore and test different forms with the integration of a silent, passive heatsink.
  • Build a 3D CAD virtual model to run FEA thermal simulations to understand heat and air flow during operation.
  • Build multiple benchmodel prototypes for testing.
3D Engineering Design

Product Results

The six-month product development project resulted in a pre-production prototype ready for market launch at CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas.

  • TabloTV acquired for $14 Million by Scripps in 2023
  • Recognized by Forbes as one of the top ten companies reinventing the TV Industry
  • TabloTV built a passionate group of cord-cutting consumers with global distribution and continues to thrive today
  • Visit: www.tablotv.com to learn more
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Award-Winning Product Acquired for $14M by Scripps

“Design 1st had the expertise to turn a concept into a unique branded look and marketable product that met our high expectations. “

Grant Hall Founder and CEO, TabloTV

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