TiVo Series3 HD DVR Box is THX Certified
TiVo Inc. has announced the new high-end TiVo Series3 HD Digital Media Recorder, said to be the world's first THX-certified DVR. TiVo Series3 high definition DVR delivers audio and video that maintains the fidelity of the original broadcast.
TiVo Series3 HD box has Dual tuners that allow subscribers to record two different shows in HD at the same time, while watching a third pre-recorded show. It's possible to record up to 32 hours of HD programming, or up to 300 hours of recording capacity in standard definition. TiVo Series3 HD box also comes with a new, sleek, backlit remote control.
For advanced connectivity and networking, there's a built-in Ethernet jack, USB ports, and two CableCARD Slots for Digital Cable Integration.
Features of the TiVo Series3 HD box:
-- TiVo Online Scheduling: Schedule last-minute recordings from the office or on the road from anywhere you can access the Internet.
-- WishList Searches: Easily find programs by actor, director, keyword or topic. The TiVo service works to find and record all the programs related to that topic - like an advanced search engine for your television.
-- Season Pass Recordings: Automatically record every episode, even if the network schedule changes. It can even skip repeat episodes.
-- TiVo KidZone: Coming later this year to the Series3 HD box, only TiVo gives parents the power to easily create a customized area for their children, with only the programs they've pre-approved. Broadband connected TiVo Series3 subscribers will have access to a variety of multimedia services, networking options and entertainment choices:
-- TiVoCast: Download video programming via broadband to your TiVo box. Programming comes from a diverse selection of media brands and producers, including The New York Times, CNET, the NBA, iVillage, and many others. TiVoCast will be available on the Series3 HD later this year.
-- TiVo Online Services: View both personal photo slideshows and those shared by friends with Yahoo! Photos, and check local weather and traffic from Yahoo!. Additionally, browse and buy movie tickets from Fandango, discover new music on Live365, and listen to entertaining podcasts.
-- TiVo Mobile: Browse TV listings and schedule recordings directly from select Verizon Wireless phones. The downloadable program will be available later this year.
The TiVo Series3 HD box will be available for $799.99 at retail stores.
