[muppetman11]

Originally Posted by blaupunkt

Hi all, i currently have a V hd box and have been looking at the Tivo 500gb box, but i cannot find any real info on what actual advantages this has over my current box.

ok, i can record stuff, but if im honest its not something i would seem my self using a lot, i understand it has a better menu system and can recommend things to you as it "learns" your viewing habits etc, but im not sure this is worth paying any extra for.

so can anyone tell me what i am missing by not upgrading, does the Tivo box upscale SD picture quality any better, or HD picture quality, does it offer better sound if you have some sort of home cinema setup?

can anyone help me!?

Best thing to do is read the forum below , it will give you an idea of any issues you may have with TIVO

http://community.virginmedia.com/t5/TiVo/bd-p/Tivo