TiVo Series3 HD DVR (32-HD hours)
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CNET editors' rating:
3.5 stars
Very good
THE GOOD
Can record two HD programs simultaneously while playing back a third previously recorded one; accepts cable TV and over-the-air signals; replaces your existing cable box; 30-second commercial skip; excellent user-friendly interface and remote; impressive Internet and home-networking features, including online scheduling, photo, and music streaming; built-in Ethernet and optional Wi-Fi networking.
THE BAD
Extremely expensive, especially compared to "free" DVRs available from cable providers; does not work with pay-per-view and video-on-demand services; requires monthly fee in addition to cable bill; CableCard installation can be problematic; no TiVo To Go or Multi-Room Viewing functionality; some distinguishing network features not yet available; must program 30-second skip; does not offer picture-in-picture.
THE BOTTOM LINE
The Series3 delivers dual-tuner HD recording and some worthwhile networking features to cable customers, but the exorbitant price tag will be too much for all but the most devoted TiVo fans.
CNET Reader Reviews
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September 13, 2006 09:25
4.5/5
I had to drive 45 minutes to buy this thing yesterday. Guess they are selling pretty fast at the moment. Thankfully, I was able to pickup two CableCards from the local Comcast office on the way home. They wanted to schedule a truck roll, but I in... read more » -
September 12, 2006 01:04
Spectacular
2.5/5
Man did I want to buy this, but how can one justify the premium? As a LONG TIME tivo user, Tivo shareholder
, and overall HDTV junkie I WANTED this product. But for 2 years ...
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September 13, 2006 07:46
3.0/5
Note: The CNet review is still not correct after they updated it; the series 3 does NOT yet have multi-room viewing available. You can see this right on the Tivo site:
http://www.tivo.com/2.0.3hdDvr.faq.asp#8
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I have been ... read more »
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