This is a tough predicament.
Tivo seems to be a dying brand. That being said, it truly is the best DVR out there bar none. They do hold sales throughout the year that bring a purchase and lifetime subscription to under $500 (it could be $400 if I remember correctly).
But that doesn't help...
I'll answer that question as far as it concerns me.
I have five Tivos in my home. They range from the latest Bolt model to the Roamio, to Series 2 models.
Absolutely, Dave, much cheaper to get the minis
However, they require an ethernet connection at each junction. That I do not have. Why...
Yeah, Ted, we may eventually get there. We are heading in that direction for certain.
My situation is that I have Verizon Fios. I use Tivo instead of their box. So, I can't even get their "on-demand" programming.
I have HBO. Yes, I could go to the HBO GO app and use it for the shows I...
I think, if and until we become a totally streamed "on-demand" society, DVRs are going nowhere.
Another argument I have in favor of DVRs is broadcast television which you can't get "on-demand" and as far as I can see, is not going anywhere.
I am not quite sure how this could be true.
How else do all of us have the ability to record our programs?
No, I still think DVRs are very relevant.
Tivo? That's a different matter. They have been going through multiple changes over recent years. They aren't doing well and have been trying...