What is the difference between this model and the "Simple.tv Network Tuner DVR with Lifetime Premier Subscription by Simple.tv"?
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The Lifetime Premier Subscription allows you to use Simple TV as a DVR (once you attach a hard drive). The Simple TV itself does not have that option, it's just the box. You can purchase the subscription by itself at the Simple TV website.
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There is an annual fee of $50 for this DVR or you can pay a 1 time fee for $150. The DVR with the subscription would include that fee. I have to say that my Simple.TV was returned to Amazon as it just had too many issues and frankly didn't work very well. I purchased a Channel Master DVR+ from Channel Master and it's AWESOME! I paid $250 for the DVR, $40 for the dongle (for wireless routers) and $13 for shipping= $303. Amazon is now carrying "Channel Master DVR+ Bundle for 313.99 with free shipping. If you don't need everything in the bundle you might want to shop around. This DVR has about 2 hours of recording time so an external hard drive is necessary. There is an annual fee of $50 for this DVR or you can pay a 1 time fee for $150. The DVR with the subscription would include that fee. I have to say that my Simple.TV was returned to Amazon as it just had too many issues and frankly didn't work very well. I purchased a Channel Master DVR+ from Channel Master and it's AWESOME! I paid $250 for the DVR, $40 for the dongle (for wireless routers) and $13 for shipping= $303. Amazon is now carrying "Channel Master DVR+ Bundle for 313.99 with free shipping. If you don't need everything in the bundle you might want to shop around. This DVR has... » Read More There is an annual fee of $50 for this DVR or you can pay a 1 time fee for $150. The DVR with the subscription would include that fee. I have to say that my Simple.TV was returned to Amazon as it just had too many issues and frankly didn't work very well. I purchased a Channel Master DVR+ from Channel Master and it's AWESOME! I paid $250 for the DVR, $40 for the dongle (for wireless routers) and $13 for shipping= $303. Amazon is now carrying "Channel Master DVR+ Bundle for 313.99 with free shipping. If you don't need everything in the bundle you might want to shop around. This DVR has about 2 hours of recording time so an external hard drive is necessary. « Show Less
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This model (Generation 2, black) has 2 tuners and a faster processor. The original (Generation 1, white) has a single tuner. So you can record a show and watch another channel with Gen 2 and only record one (and watch the same channel) with Gen 1 unit.Of course, another difference - the Gen 1 units work for me and the Gen 2 doesn't.
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This model (Generation 2, black) has 2 tuners and a faster processor. The original (Generation 1, white) has a single tuner. So you can record a show and watch another channel with Gen 2 and only record one (and watch the same channel) with Gen 1 unit. Of course, another difference - the Gen 1 units work for me and the Gen 2 doesn't.
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This one does not come with the subscription. It is a dual receiver si you can record two sites at one time. I purchased the lifetime after my 30 day trial period.
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Simply put, this unit has two internal tuner allowing simultaneous watching / recording of two different channels at one time. The other unit (the white one) has only one tuner. The subscription included with the single tuner model you cited is an add on service (extra charge) that works with both units. You should look at the Simple.tv site which clearly describes both units and the service options.
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I do not use mobile app, but I would guess the app would work on both. The only difference is the number of channels. And that is in the DVR.
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Jonathan -In response to your question "I just can't figure why more cable ready DVRs aren't available without a subscription.", one reason is probably the current US patent dispute between TiVo and many DVR software/hardware suppliers like Direct TV, AT&T;, Microsoft, etc. Back in the 2000-2005 era, HDD DVR's from Sony, Pioneer, Panasonic, Direct TV and others were widely available in stores, and still are overseas. Hopefully we will see more of these manufacturers return to making compatable units for the North American market.Suggest you checkout the following forum devoted to the Magnavox HDD/DVD Recorders:http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=12244086#post12244086 Jonathan -In response to your question "I just can't figure why more cable ready DVRs aren't available without a subscription.", one reason is probably the current US patent dispute between TiVo and many DVR software/hardware suppliers like Direct TV, AT&T;, Microsoft, etc. Back in the 2000-2005 era, HDD DVR's from Sony, Pioneer, Panasonic, Direct TV and others were widely available in stores, and still are overseas. Hopefully we will see more of these manufacturers return to making compatable units for the North American market.Suggest you checkout... » Read More Jonathan -In response to your question "I just can't figure why more cable ready DVRs aren't available without a subscription.", one reason is probably the current US patent dispute between TiVo and many DVR software/hardware suppliers like Direct TV, AT&T;, Microsoft, etc. Back in the 2000-2005 era, HDD DVR's from Sony, Pioneer, Panasonic, Direct TV and others were widely available in stores, and still are overseas. Hopefully we will see more of these manufacturers return to making compatable units for the North American market.Suggest you checkout the following forum devoted to the Magnavox HDD/DVD Recorders:http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=12244086#post12244086 « Show Less
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My understanding is that the hardware is identical, but the Channel Master has better, updated software. Very happy with my DTVPal-DVR and am glad I got it while available.
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tunerless is for those like you who use a cable box, it would serve as the recorders tuner. (they cost less)However you can only rec one channel and watch one unless your cable box has capabilities otherwise.Ive read a lot about connections there is a multitude online I googled about it so I imagine you can find out how there. I wish I could tell you but I dont use a cable box.Good luck :O)
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Couldn't tell ya, you'd have to ask the people who placed the ad. I use both, don't matter to me which. I have a TOSHIBA, and while I hate their flat screens, their DVR is a bullet-proof machine. Plays everything and runs as smooth as a jet engine.
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no, it does not. actually, I have had it over a year and it has never been used-apparently when the FCC mandated a completely digital signal after Jan. 31, 2009 it created a situation where the tuner does not "see" channels so they can be loaded. I also have a Toshiba machine with the same problem. This is a pet gripe of mine-none of the Tivos or cable co. dvrs contain a computer drive like these did; you used to be able to record to the hard drive, and then edit and save to a blank disc if it was something you wanted to archive. The fact that I PAY for cable and can't even do what I want with it makes me nuts!
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I returned my simple TV Device and purchased the HD homerun Device the HD homerun device has two tuners built in, is the same size box as this simple TV, and records files to windows. I then got an app "instantTV pro for my ipad and I am happy now. I have other ways to save and view TV shows on the IPAD if needed
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Try Netviewer. (Google it.) It worked fine for Win7 where Web Client for DVR would not.
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no, it does not. actually, I have had it over a year and it has never been used-apparently when the FCC mandated a completely digital signal after Jan. 31, 2009it created a situation where the tuner does not "see" channels so they can be loaded. I also have a Toshiba machine with the same problem. This is a pet gripeof mine-none of the Tivos or cable co. dvrs contain a computer drive like these did; you used to be able to record to the hard drive, and then edit and save to a blank disc if it was something you wanted to archive. The fact that I PAY for cable and can't even do what I want with it makes me nuts! no, it does not. actually, I have had it over a year and it has never been used-apparently when the FCC mandated a completely digital signal after Jan. 31, 2009it created a situation where the tuner does not "see" channels so they can be loaded. I also have a Toshiba machine with the same problem. This is a pet gripeof mine-none of the Tivos or cable co. dvrs contain a computer drive like these did; you used to be able to record to the hard drive, and then edit and save to a blank disc if it was something you wanted to archive. The fact that I PAY for cable and... » Read More no, it does not. actually, I have had it over a year and it has never been used-apparently when the FCC mandated a completely digital signal after Jan. 31, 2009it created a situation where the tuner does not "see" channels so they can be loaded. I also have a Toshiba machine with the same problem. This is a pet gripeof mine-none of the Tivos or cable co. dvrs contain a computer drive like these did; you used to be able to record to the hard drive, and then edit and save to a blank disc if it was something you wanted to archive. The fact that I PAY for cable and can't even do what I want with it makes me nuts! « Show Less
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Thanks. I have a TIVO paid lifetime. If I buy the prepaid dual tuner from TIVO for $254 which includes one year's service prepaid-- will my service fee after the year be $6.95 per month. If so, buying from TIVO seems like a better deal...
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I bought. One from Amazon last week, and my TiVo account now show lifetime service for this new mini.
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No it doesn't. That's why its so cheap. I used my old VCR as a tuner to record tv shows to DVDs, I don't have a DVR so I can't say. If you have a cable box it should work, a cable box/satellite box is a tuner.
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Costs $499.99 and lasts the lifetime of the DVR. Monthly fee is $14.99 so after less than three years you will be ahead if you purchase the lifetime TiVo service
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I don't know the difference but I was not able to get this device working at all. I pitched mine in the trash after trying to get it working with the software for weeks.
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I can preselect programs with Dish's TV Guide and time them just as I would with the DVR. Both are then matched to make sure the correct recording happens (although I always spare a couple minutes before and after for a program, showtimes on certain channels are always unpredictable). Both Dish and Philips allow for weekly/daily/weeklong/weekend programming, so manually it becomes a breeze after a while (until a channel decides to switch times on shows for no good reason, then it becomes a eyesore of a chore).I also use RCA cables for my DVR and programmed it to the only channel that accepts a signal (ch 4), that way I only have to worry about Dish, channel wise. EXT1 source is used for any VCR-DVR dubbing. I can preselect programs with Dish's TV Guide and time them just as I would with the DVR. Both are then matched to make sure the correct recording happens (although I always spare a couple minutes before and after for a program, showtimes on certain channels are always unpredictable). Both Dish and Philips allow for weekly/daily/weeklong/weekend programming, so manually it becomes a breeze after a while (until a channel decides to switch times on shows for no good reason, then it becomes a eyesore of a chore).I also use RCA cables for my DVR and programmed it to the only channel... » Read More I can preselect programs with Dish's TV Guide and time them just as I would with the DVR. Both are then matched to make sure the correct recording happens (although I always spare a couple minutes before and after for a program, showtimes on certain channels are always unpredictable). Both Dish and Philips allow for weekly/daily/weeklong/weekend programming, so manually it becomes a breeze after a while (until a channel decides to switch times on shows for no good reason, then it becomes a eyesore of a chore).I also use RCA cables for my DVR and programmed it to the only channel that accepts a signal (ch 4), that way I only have to worry about Dish, channel wise. EXT1 source is used for any VCR-DVR dubbing. « Show Less
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does anyone know if free lifetime service is available on devices purchased from 3rd party vendors (i.e., not directly from Tivo)?