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First off, let me say I do not expect DTV and Tivo ever to mend fences despite liberty/News COrp swap. I am not intending to start a rumor or specualtion that my scenario would occur.
I am asking for the opinion specifically from those that seem to be glad Tivo and Dtv do not have a partnership to build integrated boxes going forward.
WHY?
I have seen many people express posts stating they are happy that Tivo will (likely) never make another box for DTV. I don't get this.
I understand if you do not like the speed of previous Tivos, particularly HR10-250.
I understand if you do not liek the GUI, as is.
I understand that you like PIG or other features HR20 has implemented.
But I would assume a next- gen DTivo, might have those features, increased speed and maybe even a different GUi.
Many seem to forgive DVR+ for a year+ of issues, but then like to explain that Tivo had issues a few YEARS ago. The rip on the speed or the fact there are no new features...all objections that would be moot if there was a new co-branded Dtivo.
People are excited about a new GUI for the R15 (cause that's the most pressing need), but detest the iconic/cartoonish Tivo GUI. Why couldn't Tivo's next-gen Gui be improved? Especially with DTV involvement?
Now i know this will never happen, (unless Liberty buys Tivo), I just want to understand why there is so much Tivo hatred. often anti-DVR+ posts are dismissed simply as Tivo lovers....and of course there are some. But often I see DVR+ posters as vehemently anti- TIvo.
As I have never needed to spend time on Tivo support boards, it is possible, I got one of the few that work great..I honestly don't know. I might have the "earl's machine" of Dtivos.
Just trying to understand why some are so greatful there will never be a new Dtivo.
I am asking for the opinion specifically from those that seem to be glad Tivo and Dtv do not have a partnership to build integrated boxes going forward.
WHY?
I have seen many people express posts stating they are happy that Tivo will (likely) never make another box for DTV. I don't get this.
I understand if you do not like the speed of previous Tivos, particularly HR10-250.
I understand if you do not liek the GUI, as is.
I understand that you like PIG or other features HR20 has implemented.
But I would assume a next- gen DTivo, might have those features, increased speed and maybe even a different GUi.
Many seem to forgive DVR+ for a year+ of issues, but then like to explain that Tivo had issues a few YEARS ago. The rip on the speed or the fact there are no new features...all objections that would be moot if there was a new co-branded Dtivo.
People are excited about a new GUI for the R15 (cause that's the most pressing need), but detest the iconic/cartoonish Tivo GUI. Why couldn't Tivo's next-gen Gui be improved? Especially with DTV involvement?
Now i know this will never happen, (unless Liberty buys Tivo), I just want to understand why there is so much Tivo hatred. often anti-DVR+ posts are dismissed simply as Tivo lovers....and of course there are some. But often I see DVR+ posters as vehemently anti- TIvo.
As I have never needed to spend time on Tivo support boards, it is possible, I got one of the few that work great..I honestly don't know. I might have the "earl's machine" of Dtivos.
Just trying to understand why some are so greatful there will never be a new Dtivo.