 | | Finally I'm a new Comcast subscribers and they wanted me to put a ~$150 deposit on a DVR box. From all the horror stories I've been told about their current boxes, I decided to wait.
But if they have a Tivo unit coming out, I will gladly drop that kind of dough. | |
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| | | | Re: Finally From what I can tell Comcast will just be leasing them, much like most of their other equipment. | |
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It's a download to the existing line of Motorola DVR's (and in the future SA & Panasonic DVRs).
You'll have your standard DVR service (around 11.95 a month) and then you can opt in for deluxe DVR service (possible $3-7 more than the standard DVR service). They will add the code to the billing system and you will get the new Tivo firmware downloaded to your DVR. | |
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| | | | | Re: Finally Would there also be a Tivo remote available? | |
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| | | | | | Re: Finally Yes, they will mail you the peanut shaped remote. | |
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| | | | | said by cypherstream:possible $3-7 more than the standard DVR service I hope they don't get too greedy with the pricing. For $3/month I'm probably in but an extra $7 is too much. $19/month total for an aging 120GB DVR, regardless of the software, is not a good value. | |
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| | | | comcast does not let you buy current digital boxes in any form, will not be likely that you would be able to by the comcast tivo box that will be offered. | |
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| cacoPremium
join:2005-03-10
Whittier, AK | said by MightyPez:I'm a new Comcast subscribers and they wanted me to put a ~$150 deposit on a DVR box. From all the horror stories I've been told about their current boxes, I decided to wait. But if they have a Tivo unit coming out, I will gladly drop that kind of dough. $150.00 was most likey due to your credit history not because it was a dvr box.
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| | | | Re: Finally Actually it was because I was a new customer. They said had I a history of 6 months or greater with Comcast service I would get it without a deposit. | |
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join:2001-05-16
Pittsburgh, PA | Re: Finally I was a new customer and got 3 HD-DVR boxes.....no deposit. | |
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|  wifi4milezBig Russ, 1918 to 2008. Rest in Peace
join:2004-08-07
New York, NY | said by MightyPez:But if they have a Tivo unit coming out, I will gladly drop that kind of dough. They will not be providing TIVO's, thats the thing. They will be providing their standard Motorola and SA boxes with TIVO software. This software should clearly be better than what they currently have installed, but the DVR's may not be as good as a pure TIVO device. There are other factors to keep in mind here, capacity, processor speed, etc. Just an FYI.....
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| | | | Re: Finally And I'm in different in that respect. The software platforms are what get the yays and nays. I loved using my DirecTivo because it was intuitive and easy to use. That, and I was able to hack the piss out of the OS for tons of functionality.
But when I try to use DVR's like Comcasts Motorola with their own software, it's frustrating to no end. | |
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|  N3OGHYo Soy Col. "Bat" GuanoPremium
join:2003-11-11
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kudos:1 | $150 deposit? No shit.
That sucks. They hit me for no such fee when I got my DVR box.
My Motorola Comcast box is a wonderland of jittery HD feeds that remind me of a YouTube streaming video with buffering issues.
I was watching the Phils beat Washington 2 Sunday's ago in HD, and every time there was some "action" in the game, it lost a few frames, and then picked up.
It was INFINITELY OBNOXIOUS. I was so pissed I wanted to head to the local Comcast office with a hammer and smash something  .
Instead, I had a nice spot of scotch and put my feet up. I'll be able to drop Comcast soon enough for Fios TV, so sooner than later I'll be voting with my all mighty dollar.
Wanna screw a cable, TV, or ISP provider? Take your cash elsewhere, it's all they really care about...
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 GlobalMindDomino Dude, POWER Systems GuyPremium
join:2001-10-29
Hollywood, FL | Come on TiVo.... Really Comcast...enough already.
I am quite interested to see this working. My HD Moto DVR is ready and waiting for the code.
Honestly I am looking to see this so I can figure out if an actual TiVo HD is in my future or if the Comcast box will suffice, at least on one TV. Honestly I would also consider an HD TiVo for my study with CableCards too.
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I'm not giving up my DirecTivo. You won't be getting me to subscribe to HD unless you put out an Mpeg4 Tivo. The day that comes out I'll upgrade. Until then you're missing out on revenue. | |
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| | | Re: memo Ditto. Love my directivo. Probably far more than is healthy.  | |
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| | Am I the only one scared of the Tivo software I have no interest in the tivo software. Leave my DVR as is, please. | |
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|  Romney2012Defeat Obama 2012-Chg we can believe inPremium
join:2002-03-03
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kudos:4 | Re: Am I the only one scared of the Tivo software said by apollo80:I have no interest in the tivo software. Leave my DVR as is, please. It will be an extra cost OPTION. If you don't want the Tivo software you won't have to get it.
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|  CabalPremium
join:2007-01-21
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| Are you afraid of the horseless carriages as well? There's no reason (other than cost) not to upgrade to the TiVo software over the abomination offered by Motorola or SA.
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join:2002-04-17
San Francisco, CA | SA DVR is crap I've had two Comacast SA DVRs, and they both experience random audio dropouts. Funny thing is that sometimes the dropouts aren't on the original recording, but then I'll pause and resume, then dropouts start appearing. Rewind, then replay and the dropouts exist in the same spot. Its like the DVR screws up its own recording. Maybe the Tivo software would be better? | |
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|  joakoPremium
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| Re: SA DVR is crap said by SLD:I've had two Comacast SA DVRs, and they both experience random audio dropouts. Funny thing is that sometimes the dropouts aren't on the original recording, but then I'll pause and resume, then dropouts start appearing. Rewind, then replay and the dropouts exist in the same spot. Its like the DVR screws up its own recording. Maybe the Tivo software would be better? Same problem with Cox SA boxes. Thought it was the hard drive it still happens after replacing the drive.
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 nipseyrusselNipsey Russell, yo
join:2002-02-22
Philadelphia, PA |  replace the old software, dont make it a $$$$ option!
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| Ahrenl
join:2004-10-26
North Andover, MA | Re: replace the old software, dont make it a $$$$ option! Maybe you should ask Tivo to give it to Comcast for free instead. If Comcast only charges a few dollars more for this, I'd be surprised if they're making much more. Of course they're already making it on the 1st DVR charge, now they just won't have to keep improving it, since it will now be the "cheap" option. | |
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| | nipseyrusselNipsey Russell, yo
join:2002-02-22
Philadelphia, PA | Re: replace the old software, dont make it a $$$$ option! i dont feel i need to ask tivo to give it to comcast free. companies change suppliers all the time, but i dont think we should pay more for the "new and improved version" since the reason they have to change suppliers is that the old software is a complete piece of carp | |
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| | | Ahrenl
join:2004-10-26
North Andover, MA | Re: replace the old software, dont make it a $$$$ option! Well, that's your opinion. I think, for the price, it's just fine.
Would I like the Tivo software more? Hell yes. Do I want to plunk down a couple hunge every few years for equipment on top of a $12-$15 monthly charge, on top of the cable box rental fee I already have to pay? Hell no. Now I'll just have to pay a few dollars more, and Comcast will cover all equipment replacement costs. Frankly, it's a better deal than just getting Tivo. | |
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| | | | nipseyrusselNipsey Russell, yo
join:2002-02-22
Philadelphia, PA | Re: replace the old software, dont make it a $$$$ option! what equipment replacement? same box, different software | |
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join:2004-10-26
North Andover, MA | Re: replace the old software, dont make it a $$$$ option! I know it's hard to follow.
The equipment replacement cost is inclusive if Comcast were to NOT allow Tivo on your set top box, instead of which you'd have to PURCHASE a tivo box to get Tivo service. You'd also have to purchase a new one everytime it broke/technology changed. | |
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| | | | | | nipseyrusselNipsey Russell, yo
join:2002-02-22
Philadelphia, PA | Re: replace the old software, dont make it a $$$$ option! not hard to follow, i just disagree, no need to be a condescending pr*ck | |
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join:2004-10-26
North Andover, MA | Re: replace the old software, dont make it a $$$$ option! You Disagree that the Tivo unit will cost money? Please show me where to get them for free. | |
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| | | | | | | | nipseyrusselNipsey Russell, yo
join:2002-02-22
Philadelphia, PA | Re: replace the old software, dont make it a $$$$ option! this is silly. i never said that. what i disagree with is posted above feel free to re-read it | |
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join:2004-10-26
North Andover, MA | Re: replace the old software, dont make it a $$$$ option! Which I responded to, each and every time.
Maybe you're confusion is that they are replacing the DVR software on your box automatically? They are offering the TIVO software for a fee, but you can still keep the old Mot/SA software, at your same low low price. | |
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| nipseyrusselNipsey Russell, yo
join:2002-02-22
Philadelphia, PA | which i disagree with. not confused, thanks! | |
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