Host a TiVo House Party

I’m not entirely sure what this is all about, but Tupperware TiVo lovers can now impress their heathen friends with corporate support comprised of “special programming, exclusive offers, and entertaining tips.” Provide your email, and they’ll get in touch when applications are being accepted. TiVo House Party: You spread the word, share the love, and … Read more

Interesting News Dave Hasn’t Covered

Never enough time… SlingBox launched in Sweden, resold by sat provider. (Sling Media) Fox further fragments industry with movie downloads. (PVRWire) No winners predicted in HD DVD, Blu-ray battle. (Yahoo) MeeVee lands $8 million investment. (TechCrunch)

The Significance of Verizon’s “New” DVR

Like a variety of publications and blogs, I came across Verizon’s DVR press release yesterday. However, instead of speculating how the telcos will battle the cablecos with new features or getting hung up on the underlying technology I’ll give you two different reasons why this a significant announcement. I assume many of my readers are … Read more

TiVo Versus EchoStar: Turning The Screws

I assume you recall that TiVo went to court, spanked EchoStar, traded press release posturing, and then… nothing. A bench trial was held at the end of June, but the judge has yet to rule on treble damages or TiVo’s request for a permanent injunction. In the meantime, EchoStar appears to be manipulating the system … Read more

Interesting News Dave Hasn’t Covered

Never enough time… TiVo CEO Tom Rogers speaks. (NYTimes) DVD Copy Control Association to lighten DVD restrictions. (Engadget) MobiTV powers XM on Alltel Wireless. (Orbitcast) PMP roundup. (PCMag) Viacom to buy Atom Films. (TechCrunch)

GameFly’s Slimy Retention Tactics?

I’m what you’d call a casual gamer — I’ll play a game a few hours a day over a long weekend maybe once a month. I joined Gamefly.com, a service like Netflix, in 2005 as an economical way to get a different title each month. I’ve been downsizing recently in preparation for a move and … Read more