Recently moving from D* to E*, I'll second that. Before with my Directivo, artifacting and what's called macro-blocking was pretty obvious (depending on the chanel and content). With the 622, I've had a hard time noticing any compression artifacts.
Customer service is important, but what does it matter if you get an inferior product?
Lastly, D* pushed me towards E*. I wanted to buy a Series 2 Directivo for $99 at Best Buy, and Directv said I could only do so if I signed a 2 year contract (or buy it for..... $700!). Didn't seem like a very good customer service model to me.
I was talking about the the R15. From what I've read, their not using the TIVO label, but the software and functionality is the TIVO "engine". But your right that their not using the TIVO name per se.
For the committment, if I didn't want to committ for 18 months to E* I pay $49. I'm fairly certain I'll have the 622 and E* for years, but with the satellite market changing as much as it has who knows.
OTOH, D* wants me to pay $700 for the receiver (without a 18month).
Seems Dish Network's DVRs are a bit more mature and while not 100% bug free, they do seem to work better (and is it me or are they a little more responsive to bugs popping up too?) I'm very excited about my Dish installation!
You should be, the 622 is awesome. I've noticed the audio (dropping) bug, but I'm certain it will be addressed, with time.
Kevin
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