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As the apps will integrate with the web streaming videos these will be totally different from any existing Red button services and there for not be affected if they are stopped in the future.

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Thanks for clarifying that :)

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http://community.virginmedia.com/t5/...ht/true#M37319

I hope this does happen in the near future. It would make Tivo even better. It already works on the US Tivo

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The BBC News app will be before the end of March with the sports apps to follow according to this

http://crave.cnet.co.uk/homecinema/b...tivo-50006453/

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TV Guide app for iOS has a update available today which include remote record for TiVo.

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Is that the non VM one?

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Yes it is the non VM one, I've tried it a couple of times and so far it's come back with an error. Wil keep testing it. Using the Tv guide on the iPad on IOS5.01

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I guess this is old news so to speak,but a quick search showed nothing.

Had a call from Virgin last night. How did I like the Tivo Etc.

Only have a couple of moans - well known here.

Was told that yes Virgin had made a mistake in not adding reminders & that most of the people spoken too, listed it as the number one want.

Was told that it & full red button on BBC would be in the next up grade due between Jan & March 2012.

However he had not heard any one complain about having to reset favorites as the main option any and again ( yes I know) . Also hinted at a new style of box being looked at. More in line with the V+ LED display ( Now I would like one of them !!!:D)

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I don't think it was a mistake as such, especially as TiVo has never had reminders and when working on things to add/change reminders probably weren't high on the agenda as its a legacy feature from before VM had a PVR.

The apps won't need an update to get added. Apps can be downloaded to the stb when they are released, seperate from any updates.

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I hope the Sky Sports red button app is also released in Q1 2012 just like the 2 BBC apps are getting released in Q1 2012.

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l am sure they will come in their own good time when they are fully ready.

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Well DF has said there will be a full red button/interactive service by the end of Q1 2012. So i hope that is still correct.

Does anyone else think ITV needs red button live streams for the french open tennis next year ?

Maybe a ITV Sport app on TiVo ?

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DF always knows what he is talking about.

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That's an interesting one. What was said?

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Only on days that end in a "Y":D

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Thats a good one but you will have to do better then that.:D

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Agreed :D

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Sorry if this is asked before but why does BBC programmes links on catch up on demand not work, the only way to watch them is with the Iplayer app!

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http://community.virginmedia.com/t5/...ht/true#M37551

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Thanks for the link, so I wonder why VM confuse people then with BBC on demand links that don't go anywhere:confused:

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In what respect?

Normally you should always end up at the programme you want to watch in the iPlayer app. If you end up in the root of the iPlayer app it's because the programme listing has yet tied into the specific catch up programme i.e. it's not on purpose

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It normally should always goes to the programme you want to watch in the BBC iplayer app.

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I've yet to find one that does if the programme has been on recently, within 24 hours at least

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Sorry I am confused, if you go to Catch Up on demand section the links for BBC programmes don't go nowhere let alone the root of the IPlayer app!

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Might be easier if you advised the exact route? Home > Ondemand > etc etc

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Right I'am going home not to cry. http://www.addemoticons.com/emoticon...ticons0429.gif

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Hi DF,

Here is the route,

Home> Catch Up & On Demand> Catch Up TV On Demand>All Days> yesterday

All listed BBC programes in this section, the links send you back to the TiVo homepage, the strange thing is back on the homepage it is still previewing the on demand preview show's in the top right corner:confused:

Also if you go to All channels> BBC Iplayer it will go back to the home TiVo menu, it seems that non of the links work using these routes on TiVo!

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Ah, I think there is a fault ticket for that... let me try my TiVo and see if I get the same thing........ BRB

EDIT: ok no mine is ok it goes to the BBC iPlayer programme and lets me play the asset.

Yeah we raised a ticket on Sunday for that issue, only happening on some TiVo box's, but I'm not back in until tomorrow so will check the ticket. Can you confirm you can play ITV/Ch4 and 5 programmes ok?

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Yes just tested it all other players programes are linking fine, thanks for your help I thought I was going crazy,:)

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Thanks for checking :tu:

Ah, no problem... I'll update tomorrow at some point. :)

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http://community.virginmedia.com/t5/...ht/true#M37791

Is the part in bold true ?

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Doesn't sound too far fetched to me

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Ticket ref is 1835613. Can you reboot then try again and see if it now works?

It's a known bug, but a reboot will fix I'm told.

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My wife commented that she misses the display. How much time left when watching a recording. He said that it was being looked at for the next generation of boxes .

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The V+ display tells you how much you've already watched, which, thinking about it, isn't really very useful.

If you press play on the TiVo remote, it'll tell you both how much time has gone, and how much is left. Much better!

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Reboot done the trick now BBC programmes links go to their associated BBC Iplayer page.

Thanks DF, you are a cable forum legend along with your colleagues;)

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Cheers :D

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I will take this in,what I am sure is the spirit it was intended.
We fully understand how to get this information. However the question was asked what we would feel would make it a better product. That was her answer with his reply. Nothing more nothing less:erm: & she finds it useful, sorry if that does not sit well in your world ;)

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Ive recently changed from Sky+ to a Tivo. And there a couple of things that could be good on the next software update.

The main thing that I have noticed is that when you want to play back a recording, with Sky you can manually select where you want it to start from, buy entering 10, 20, or 30 minutes etc...

Am I missing something, or isn't this facility on the Tivo?

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Cheers. I'm assuming that since Tivo is just a year old we're still 3 or 4 years away from a next generation stb?

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The nearest thing to that on TiVo is the ability to skip forwards/backwards 15 minutes at a time, by pressing fast forward >> and then press the skip button >I

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Which is a step back imho.

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And forwards (but only in 15 minute segments.....;))

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If you've part viewed a program it'll start from where you stopped it last time, or as has been said there is the option to skip forward in chunks. That's good enough for me, at least.

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A lot of things that people consider a step back are options you find on less advanced boxes. People have to realise that Tivo is different to what's gone before and requires an attitude adjustment for the end user as much as anything - if you're going to fill it full of functions that older pvr's already do then you might as well save the effort and continue to support the old tech. I came from Sky+hd and when I got V+, well, THAT was a step back. Tivo? Well thats the future!

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Is it like Garlic bread:D:D:D

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Garlic bread with cheese :p:

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I agree with you however the V+ and Sky+ way of starting something at a desired point of a programme is easier than the method you and Hugh describe , plus I prefer the ability to see whats been viewed , part viewed etc. I accept TIVO is different however that doesn't mean every feature is better.

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All because you "Believe In Better":D:D:D:D

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His masters voice is speaking.:D:D

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sorry if this has been asked before but i know that tivo has 3 tuners but on the front it has 4 tuner lights and im a bit confussed on why this is, is there a 4th turner that isnt activated or is it just a design thing?

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Fair enough. I thought it was just a passing comment they had thrown in.

As it happens, the lack of front panel display is my number one complaint about the TiVo too. But I have different priorities. :)

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IIRC the 4th light is a download light. It lights up when the TiVo is downloading an update.

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It is also blue and not red:D

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oh, that i didnt know, well like i normally say you learn something new each day

again didnt know thats as never seen it alight

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Yep, and at other times during startup.

It's both. :)

There is actually a 4th tuner used for the cable modem, but its light is one of the green ones on the left.

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i just thought that was the power light

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I just thought that it was the download light I have seen it blue when to restart the box but never red:o: Sorry

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Agreed - fair point.

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I ordered a TiVo today for install on 18th jan as my area (Harlow) is apparently very busy,having my V+ installed on a tv i am buying for the bedroom,and the TiVo in the main living room on the big set,got a cracking good deal on keeping the V+ and having cabling installed in the bedroom and by keeping the V+ i will still have access to sky sports Red Button until TiVo gets it,Oh well i have taken the plunge now.:);)

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I agree fully with you about accepting TIVO is different , there are many things it does far better than the V+ and Sky+ for instance buffering on each tuner , never ending series links , remote record (something not possible on V+) , wishlists , multiroom streaming soon.

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You will not regret it Richard and you still have your old box as well and a good deal to boot as well, Enjoy.

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Thanks denphone quite looking forward to getting it installed to see what it can do now at least i will have first hand expierience to comment on.;)

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Yes when l first used it it took a little while to work things out but now l love it and it was money well spent and for once my partner agrees with me.:D

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Richard, you will get used to it in time, its the best STB on market and you wont regret getting it, any issued juts post on here and we will all be glad to help

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Thanks for that i might just do that bound to need some help with it on navigation as i am used to using V+ all the time LOL.:D

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Love the wish list feature, set actor to Christopher Lee and got a return of I Monster:):D

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Yes we are here to help?

Some reading for you for when you get it installed?

http://www.tivocommunity.com/tivo-vb...c&daysprune=-1

http://shop.virginmedia.com/content/...lete_guide.pdf

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Yes the wish list is a superb feature.

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I went into the VirginMedia shop and had a quick play with a Tivo while the guy was sorting out the phone I was buying. I was well impressed. I might have to take the plunge. I'm guessing another 12m contract though?

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You are right in that assumption.

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I also think tivo is the best STB in the market.

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Agree completedly, the only backward step with TiVo is VM is now charging £3 per box instead of per account:erm:

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I have to use optical myself as my old amp does not have HDMI but works perfectly well and supports Dolby and DTS.

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Yes it is bad that they done that.

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The only thing i think it needs is the option to create a wishlist for a specific series. Other than that it is a great feature.

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Wouldn't it be easier to use the option of search all tv, find your series and then set an express series link.

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A series link does not record a specific series as far as i know.

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You remind me of someone ?

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He reminded us of someone a lot quicker than you :(

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:confused:

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Answers on a postcard.:)

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Would that be a HD post card :)

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You have now been entered in the prize draw.:D

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Now I get it.

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I recommend a wish list of pure evil for you:)

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If i win can i have the cash equivalent ;)

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My Daddy has pre-ordered that for me this year:D

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Better check see what l have got in my piggy bank.:D

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i guess he likes coming back, i like how he is perm banned again and that is after just 4 posts. Will he ever learn :)

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Seems not :D

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No problem, the lack of display panel doesn`t bother me - but I can use the remote in the semi dark the boss keeps hitting the wrong buttons ! Hey how about a remote with back light:D

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The "TiVo Slide" remote has a backlight I believe, it's not yet fully compatible, but VM intend to introduce it at some stage. Other poster say the US one works, but some buttons are not compatible.

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Has anyone tried using a wish list for a specific series?

I might try this when I get home tonight, I would imagine Top Gear would be a good one to test and put series 6 or something as a keyword :confused:

Worth a try I guess

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I think wakingthedead may be speaking about recording a specific season (in US parlance).

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Odd one, YouTube folder suddenly appeared in my shows soon after a reboot the other day!

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Thanks for that Hugh

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Mines always had one.

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Can someone explain to me why I had an option box come up on TiVo asking me to change tuner or delete the planned upcoming recording:confused:

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My father has just had a TIVO annoyance , last night I recorded a show on my Sky+ box which he set a series link for from his mobile phone it was on BBC2, when he's watched the first part of 2 it's missed the last 3-4 minutes.

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Yes the BBC and ITV are notorious for their TV schedules on some of their channels not running to time.