The new feature will only be available for TiVo’s newest high-definition DVRs, such as the Series3, TiVo HD and TiVo HD XL models. Those who still own a Series2 model willhave to either give up the idea or make plans for a new box.
TiVo, which currently ahs around 3.6 million customers, is doing everything is its power to keep its users happy and make them forget about what the competition has to offer.
Aside from the Netflix, deal, the company also has signed agreements with CinemaNow and Jaman, has a partnership with YouTube and already a solid history to back its offer to download movies via Amazon’s Unbox service.