TiVo - Page 371

Stephen · 31-03-2011, 16:27

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Originally Posted by muppetman11

Agreed with that 189 to be a guinea pig seems excessive.

Not at all. Its been well tested by VM and TiVo internally before it even gets to this stage.

Yes there are features to be added, but the core function of TiVo is all there and working without any problems.

If you don't like the price don't pay it. It really is simple and straight forward.

Stop bitching about the fact you think it should be cheaper, we get that point. However it is a premium product hence the cost. If you don't want to pay for TiVo there is always V+.

howardmicks · 31-03-2011, 16:28

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Originally Posted by Maggy J

Whoa there.That's enough..VM staff are here in their own time and are limited as to what they can and cannot say.They do not need any abuse especially as this site is in no way affiliated to Virgin Media and they give what help and advice they are 'permitted' to.If info changes it is not necessarily down to them..I suggest that if you are unhappy that you direct your ire at Virgin Media direct.

Well said

NathanBookham · 31-03-2011, 16:28

Apparently it's being launched on the 11th of April to all customers for Â£200. Pre-registerers get get their box for Â£150!

mattboothers · 31-03-2011, 16:28

Everyone should wait until the box drops in price and then buy one. Why pay that much money on something that could only cost Â£49 for the box and Â£3 PER MONTH and no install next year...

Peter_ · 31-03-2011, 16:29

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Originally Posted by NathanBookham

Apparently it's being launched on the 11th of April to all customers for Â£200. Pre-registerers get get their box for Â£150!

Do you have a link for that or is that just guesswork or rumour.

BenJSmyth · 31-03-2011, 16:30

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Originally Posted by Masque

Do you have a link for that or is that just guesswork or rumour.

I think he has rounded up the prices but not menioned the install price. Technically, the box is Â£149. Just there is another Â£40 on top of that!

muppetman11 · 31-03-2011, 16:31

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Originally Posted by Stephen

Not at all. Its been well tested by VM and TiVo internally before it even gets to this stage.

Yes there are features to be added, but the core function of TiVo is all there and working without any problems.

If you don't like the price don't pay it. It really is simple and straight forward.

Stop bitching about the fact you think it should be cheaper, we get that point. However it is a premium product hence the cost. If you don't want to pay for TiVo there is always V+.

Im an M customer pal with Sky+HD well until TIVO kills it off LOL

I couldnt care less what price it is, im just making my point its to dear as many others are saying.

50000 pre reg , bet thats dropped a good few thousand now LOL .

Peter_ · 31-03-2011, 16:32

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Originally Posted by BenJSmyth

I think he has rounded up the prices but not menioned the install price. Technically, the box is Â£149. Just there is another Â£40 on top of that!

He also stated the 11th of April as a launch date.

BenJSmyth · 31-03-2011, 16:33

I wonder if they are planning another software drop before it goes out publically then?

Peter_ · 31-03-2011, 16:34

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Originally Posted by muppetman11

Im an M customer pal with Sky+HD well until TIVO kills it off LOL

I couldnt care less what price it is, im just making my point its to dear as many others are saying.

It is not actually that dear considering what it is capable of and in real terms it is cheaper than the original TV Drive was at at launch.

It is a case of do you want it then here is the price so just sign here please.

muppetman11 · 31-03-2011, 16:34

By having the TiVo service and/or by using it you are providing your consent for us to use your viewing information to personalise your experience of the TiVo service (in addition to the other purposes set out in our privacy policy). We may share with third parties information about your use of the TiVo service in an aggregated form which will not personally identify you. This aggregated data may be used by those third parties for their marketing purposes (e.g. to improve their targeting of advertising based on user preferences).

Targeted Ads possibly ?

Stephen · 31-03-2011, 16:35

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Originally Posted by muppetman11

Im an M customer pal with Sky+HD well until TIVO kills it off LOL

I couldnt care less what price it is, im just making my point its to dear as many others are saying.

50000 pre reg , bet thats dropped a good few thousand now LOL .

I don't think its too dear at all. Its a new high end product and new high end products always carry a premium price at first.

Parlyboy · 31-03-2011, 16:36

Here's the full wording in my e-mail although I should point out that my name isn't Dean and I have no idea where they got that from!!

Hello Dean,

Now here’s something you don’t see everyday. You’ve got the chance to be one of the first to order our amazing 1TB TiVoÂ® box before everyone else because you’re a Virgin Media customer and you pre-registered your interest in our TiVo service.

During the week beginning 11th April, we’ll be opening an exclusive pre-sale event just for you, so you can order Virgin Media TV powered by TiVo. We’ll email you the details on the day and you can be one of the first to get your hands on our latest kit before it goes on general sale.

Here’s the deal:
• 1TB TiVo box
• Â£149.95 one-off activation fee exclusively for existing customers (everyone else pays Â£199.95)
• Â£3 additional monthly fee with TV XL
Our exclusive pre-sale event for the 1TB box is only available to you. Think of it as a little ‘thank you’ from us for being a Virgin Media customer and for being one of the very first to register your interest in our TiVo service.

We’ll email you again during the week of 11th April to tell you more. If you’d like to take another look at what our TiVo service can do, head over to our Discover TiVo site for all the details.

Keep your eyes peeled on your inbox

The Virgin Media team

General: Â£40 installation fee applies. TiVo box remains property of Virgin Media. New 12-month minimum term contract applies. 1TB TiVo box: you must take, or upgrade to, TV XL to be eligible. If you cease to be an XL TV customer, we reserve the right to charge you the then applicable monthly TiVo charge (currently Â£8 for TV L or M+). TiVo is not available on TV M. Information about your TiVo use: By having the TiVo service and/or by using it you are providing your consent for us to use your viewing information to personalise your experience of the TiVo service (in addition to the other purposes set out in our privacy policy). We may share with third parties information about your use of the TiVo service in an aggregated form which will not personally identify you. This aggregated data may be used by those third parties for their marketing purposes (e.g. to improve their targeting of advertising based on user preferences).

clinteastman · 31-03-2011, 16:37

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Originally Posted by muppetman11

Yeah like no Box Office , no sky sports red button , no proper iplayer service , only records SD suggestions to name just a few all for the bargain price of 189 and 3.00 a month.

As long as it's not going to Rupert though eh!

Have to say thought the Install cost would have been waved for the pre-regers, ah well.... Still getting one.

31-03-2011, 16:39

The blunt fact is early adopters of new products in the technology market always pay a high premium its no different with TiVo,if you want it cheaper you will have to be patient but as the old queen song goes "i want it all,and i want it now" canny buyers will wait until demand drops and prices come down simples really.