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HD DVR - TiVo - 150 hour(s) More product details

$234.49

Can record two HD programs simultaneously while playing back a third, previously recorded one... (cnet.com)

More affordable than previous Series 3 model, but retains nearly all its key capabilities ; can... (cnet.com)

alaTest Review Summary for TiVo HD

We have collected and analyzed 16 expert reviews and 389 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 83/100 and users rate it 77/100. The average review date is April 14, 2008. We have compared these reviews to 39765 reviews from other Digital Video Recorders (DVR). The alaScore™ for this product is 95/100 = Excellent. Last update: November 7, 2009.

alaSCORE 95

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405 reviews

November, 2009

83 / 100

16 Experts

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77 / 100

389 Users

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$234.49

Expert Reviews (16)

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Review summary for the TiVo HD

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Experts rate this product 83/100 and users 77/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Video Recorders (DVR), the TiVo HD is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 95/100 = Excellent quality.

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TiVo HD XL DVR (150-HD hours)

By (cnet.com)

Can record two HD programs simultaneously while playing back a third, previously recorded one ; huge 1TB storage capacity ; expandable storage ; accepts cable TV and over-the-air signals ; 30-second commercial skip ; excellent easy-to-use interface ...

Requires subscription fee in addition to cable bill ; sluggish transitions between menu screens ; does not work with video-on-demand services ; requires extra tuner box for cable systems with switched digital video services ; must program 30-second ...

The TiVo HD XL charges a hefty premium for its spacious recording capacity and THX certification, but most users will be content sticking to the all-but-identical standard TiVo HD DVR.

The big caveats: Before you consider the TiVo HD XL Before we delve into the...

Rating

83100

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TiVo HD XL (150 HD hours)

By John P. Falcone (zdnet.com)

Just note that you'll need high-def TiVos (TiVo HD, TiVo HD XL, or TiVo...

Rating

83100

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zdnet.com

User Reviews (389)

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"in-menu advertising is utterly lame"

By ad0fjkeLLFz (cnet.com)

If you're offended by Domino's advertising in... 

It's functionally good, reasonably easy to set up and operate. Netflix on demand is cool.

I'm floored by the in-menu advertising. Do you want to [a] watch this show, [b] delete this show, [c] order Domino's [R] Pizza. Yes it's that bad. Customer service says you can't disable the inline advertising, even though it's a paid service.

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"Love it! I just want picture in picture search"

By moogle2 (cnet.com)

Ok, bottom line- the price is what will kill ... 

love the interface, love netflix, love you-tube, love the little bloo-bloop noises.

TiVo interface is standard def and stretched- now i know. now i notice I REALLY want picture in picture when I search. Not a huge fan of the price,I hope it's going to great new updates soon! Is not compatible with the future tru2way :(

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"TIVO HD HITS HOME"

By higherups88 (cnet.com)

TIVO is worth it. Just say NO to boredom with... 

The menu's and user interface are really good. Good set-up tech support and nice value added features with portals to Netflix and Amazon. We are setting up for digital images on my TV screen, etc.

The user interface and screen transitions are sluggish. The remote needs redesigning but works ok.

Manufacturer's Description

TiVo HD is a smart addition to any high-definition TV, combining the clarity of high definition with the smart, easy-to-use TiVo Service. It works with any cable set-up. It connects to any home network, so you get access to the best of both broadcast and broadband content. It downloads the latest movies straight from the Internet to your living room. It can pause, rewind, and slow motion your favorite moments with razor-sharp HD clarity. Plus, TiVo HD connects to virtually any cable service...

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