Today’s question comes from Emma who asks, “We have a big backyard and like to host family get togethers in the summer. What’s the best way to stream live TV from Tablo into the backyard so everyone can be together outside?”
If you entertain outside a lot during the summer like Emma, there are several options to stream live sports, a movie or TV shows for the kids from your Tablo device.
One of the best features of Tablo is the ability to stream live and recorded TV anywhere your home Wi-Fi reaches, including the backyard, porch or garage. There’s no need to move your Tablo or TV antenna from its usual location. You’ll simply need a compatible screen and to decide how much effort and money you want to spend on watching television outdoors.
Option 1 – Temporarily Relocate Your Television
The simplest and most affordable option to enjoy watching TV with Tablo in the backyard is to tote your television set outside and plug it in to an outdoor-rated extension cord. Smart TVs in the 32-42” range are compact, lightweight and have built-in streaming capabilities making them an ideal ‘floater’ screen that can be moved between the porch and other rooms as needed.
Option 2 – Try a Smart Projector
There are several Wi-Fi projectors on the market with integrated streaming devices allowing you to download apps like Tablo. When paired with an inflatable screen, or even a bed sheet, you can enjoy a backyard movie night that everyone is sure to remember.
Option 3 – Invest in a Weather-Proof Television Setup
If you have a covered patio and are serious about tuning in to your Tablo from the backyard on a regular basis, you might want to explore a more permanent solution.
Soft or hard television covers are an affordable option and help prevent moisture and bugs from ruining sensitive electronics in regular smart TVs. However, even when covered, condensation or extreme temperatures can cause indoor televisions to fail sooner than you’d like.
That’s why you may want to consider investing in an outdoor television. These screens are designed to withstand extreme heat, cold and moisture. Some even have special brightness settings to ensure great picture quality even when it’s sunny. But those benefits come with a price tag that’s often double what you’d pay for a similarly sized indoor smart TV.
Outdoor Streaming Needs Strong Wi-Fi
Of course, these solutions all require you to have a strong Wi-Fi signal that reaches outside of your home and into your yard. Before any planned get togethers, check the Wi-Fi signal strength on your smart TV or streaming device to ensure buffer-free streaming. If the signal is too weak, you may need a more powerful Wi-Fi router or add a node to your mesh Wi-Fi network.
With the right screen, a reliable Wi‑Fi connection and a safe outdoor setup, Tablo makes it easy to bring live TV, sports and movie nights outside all summer long.
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