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Time Warner DVR box vs. TiVo?

Posted by Cliff on from the DVR-no-holds-barred-cage-match dept.

pfunk asks: "Time Warner Cable in Cincinnati is now offering an all-in-one Digital Video Recorder/Cable Box. I have a TiVo and basic cable now, but as I ponder an upgrade to digital cable and premium channels, I wonder if an integrated box might be a better choice? I haven't found out anything about pricing yet, but I was wondering if anyone else had any experience with Time Warner's new box? Any direct comparison to TiVo features would be a plus."

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  1. Better Feature Comparison by RzUpAnmsCwrds · · Score: 5, Informative

    Season Pass (record every episode of a show, even if it moves)

    TiVo = Yes
    DirecTV/TiVo = Yes
    TWC Box = No

    Suggustions (programs you may like - like it or hate it)

    TiVo = Yes (optional)
    DirecTV/TiVo = Yes (optional)
    TWC Box = No

    Advanced conflict managment (prioritize season passes or equiv.)

    TiVo = Yes
    DirecTV/TiVo = Yes
    TWC Box = No

    Two tuners (record two programs at once/record a program while watching a 2nd live program)

    TiVo = No
    DirecTV/TiVo = Yes
    TWC Box = No

    Picture-In Picture

    TiVo = No
    DirecTV/Tivo = No
    TWC Box = No

    Guide Style

    TiVo = Two column, translucent
    DirecTV/TiVo = Two column or grid, translucent
    TWC Box = Grid, picture in corner

    Delete Date/Time (tells you when programs will be deleted to make space)

    TiVo = Yes
    DirecTV/TiVo = Yes
    TWC Box = No

    God-Awful Remote

    TiVo = No
    DirecTV/TiVo = No
    TWC Box = Yes

    Half-Decent User Interface

    TiVo = Yes
    DirecTV/TiVo = Yes
    TWC Box = No