Since it is free; better than a poke in the eye....
... but it isn't DVR functionality and the inability to record it(except when recorded on a VCR during playback) won't get people to switch from getting a DVR. And the real killer for most people will be the inability to FF thru commercials.
But if you have bare bones digital service and don't want to pay for leasing a DVR from TW, then it would be a welcome addition. -- -- My BLOG My Web Page