Both standard monthly fees and multi-unit discount rates have gone up, effective this month. It’s still possible to lock in the previous rates if you commit to three years of service (and face a $150 early termination fee). But you better believe my SD TiVo units are not going to be around (or subscribed) for three years. Those on prepaid plans will be subject to these new pricing schemes when their plans conclude, while those currently paying month-to-month appear to be grandfathered under the former plans ($12.95/month for first unit, $6.95/month for each additional unit). TiVo’s doing a good job here confusing consumers and pricing themselves right out of the DVR market.
1. At the time of activation of a TiVo Service Only Payment Plan, you will be required to commit to the TiVo service for a minimum of one (1) year.
2. You may choose to either: (a) pay for your TiVo service on a monthly basis for three (3) years at $12.95 per month; two (2) years at $14.95 per month; or one (1) year at $19.95 per month; or (b) prepay for your TiVo service.
The MULTI-SERVICE DISCOUNT reduces the Monthly TiVo service or TiVo Plus service subscription fee by $6 per month to $6.95 per month for (3) years; $8.95 per month for (2) years; or $13.95 per month for (1) year while in compliance with all applicable Initial Qualification and General Eligibility requirements.
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Good God!
Is it their sole purpose in life to keep the company from being profitable? This will certainly cause some folks to shy away from Tivo. What was wrong with $12.95 @ one year commitment? Most people who are considering Tivo are on the fence at 12.95 and three years for that price is a long commitment! There is no way that people will go for $19.95 on top of their cable or satellite bill!
Idiots!
I'd been looking forward to getting a Series 3 for Chanukah. This will have me seriously considering getting a Cox HD DVR.
This is horrible! I don't know what TiVo is thinking...