if i own apple tv do i need a tivo
1819796
It depends how entrenched you are in the apple universe. I personally wouldn't need one (an ATV). I stream local media to my TiVo thru pytivo (google it). The TiVo premiere has access to hulu and netflix plus the addition of being able to record and pause live TV. Basically a one stop shop. To answer your question more directly, No. Unless you have no device to record live TV. Then get one and ditch ATV
1819797
I'm a long-time Apple user (I bought my first Apple computer in 1978) but I haven't looked too closely at Apple TV. From the description on the Apple website, I'd say the main difference is that I have access to all my cable content via TiVo. The built-in hard drive (and the external drive I added) allow me to record, store, playback/pause all this content. I can also watch one live/recorded item while simultaneously recording four other channels. Otherwise, I also access to Hulu, Pandora, Amazon.com, Netflix, etc. just like Apple TV.
1819798
If you only watch programs through your Apple TV, then you do not need a TiVo. However, if you also watch TV over the air or from a cable TV provider, then a TiVo is fantastic for recording TV programs and movies. The convenience of pausing live TV is also a great benefit.
1819799
TIVO offers many more functions and the ability to watch programs from many sources.
1819800
I don't believe you can record tv shows or have a pause and rewind of live TV with the Apple TV as it relies on you getting the shows from the Internet. So to answer your question you will need the TIVO for the DVR features.
65189
No you can't use your Tivo without service. It won't get TV listings, won't download any programs, or anything else.
5992
If you can connect to the Internet thru Apple TV then you probably don't need this. I didn't hav Apple TV or any other box to connect so it was a reasonably priced quick way for me to connect to my wifi network. Also with this you can connect directly to Amazon and wtch movies or TV in Prime or even not prime. I can download Amazon app to my iPad but I'm not sure how it works with Apple TV.
1432059
I don't think so ... the commands indicate that a disc is required in the drive before recording can begin. You should probably investigate TiVo.
1604897
you can only if you are streaming it to a computer, it will not stream to an apple tv. I have found it better to use it for back up and storing network files. and an external hard drive for files that I need quickly like my iTune Library.
1360014
I have Apple TV but have not had trouble with it. When I added the TIVO wireless it didn't cause any problems with Apple TV but did solve the problem I was having getting the program schedule download from TIVO.
2190170
Don't have a TIVO but you can basically program it to work with anything. It's fantastic!
1094500
I think the "hard wired" requirement has mostly to do with the connection from the stream device to the Tivo console. I think the communication between the two is fairly intense, as a raw .TiVo file is large and then is compressed in the Stream. If the Tivo and the Stream are both connected to the same hub, you might be OK. Also, since some wireless networks don't have very good bandwidth, you might have issues streaming HD content within the house if there's not good bandwidth between Stream and your iPad/iPhone. If the Stream is hard-wired to the same wireless access point that you're using for the connection, then you should be good there also. I think the "hard wired" requirement has mostly to do with the connection from the stream device to the Tivo console. I think the communication between the two is fairly intense, as a raw .TiVo file is large and then is compressed in the Stream. If the Tivo and the Stream are both connected to the same hub, you might be OK. Also, since some wireless networks don't have very good bandwidth, you might have issues streaming HD content within the house if there's not good bandwidth between Stream and your iPad/iPhone. If the Stream is hard-wired to the same wireless access point that... » Read More I think the "hard wired" requirement has mostly to do with the connection from the stream device to the Tivo console. I think the communication between the two is fairly intense, as a raw .TiVo file is large and then is compressed in the Stream. If the Tivo and the Stream are both connected to the same hub, you might be OK. Also, since some wireless networks don't have very good bandwidth, you might have issues streaming HD content within the house if there's not good bandwidth between Stream and your iPad/iPhone. If the Stream is hard-wired to the same wireless access point that you're using for the connection, then you should be good there also. « Show Less
1462470
No, you cannot. You would have to pay TiVo for the service fee as well as your cable provider for cable; this specific model does not allow for OTA (over the air) recording.
1406748
If you have both a directv dvr and TiVo then yes. Cheaper to have only one or the other . Have you seen new monster TiVo? Expensive but huge dvr capacity!
1669248
I didn't research it too much, but that is what I determined to be the difference, connect Apple TV (anyways), then you don't need the wireless adapter...my Smart TV also has wireless that doesn't get used...
1082972
It will not work with Apple TV on its own. You can put all of your media on to it, then add that media to your iTunes library and use it with an Apple TV like that, though.
1855002
I know this might be repeating, but you don't need the Roku with a TiVo. TiVo trumps Roku if you're looking for a DVR replacement plus Netflix. I love, love, love TiVo and have had TiVos since they came out. It's an entirely different and much better experience than you would get from a cable company DVR.
996530
Slingbox not required. It works with Apple devices using the free app. And it now supports streaming away from home. Wifi is recommended to avoid high data usage. Shows can be downloaded for offline viewing as well.
1789147
Yes, but you will STILL need the additional Tivo subscription to make a Tivo Premiere unit functional. If you only want the online services there are much cheaper solutions (ie, Bluray players like Panaonsic's) that will give you those features.
1783068
Yes unless you have a TiVo box from your tv provider. Only Netflix and YouTube work on tv provider TiVos
2277836
Yes you can. It only works with an IPad or IPhone. I do this from hotels while traveling. I enjoy the product but some times you will lose the signal if the WiFi is weak. Normally you can select try again to reconnect or complete a setup to start streaming again -this is done on your IPad. I think you will be happy with the TiVo Stream. I enjoy mine!