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YouTube TV users can now subscribe to standalone networks without base plan

Fiza Ali — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 23:42:02 +0000

Youtube TV's latest, flexible offering allows access to standalone networks within one app and its top features including unlimited DVR space, without requiring users to subscribe to the base plan. Read more...

Synology, Plex, and HDHomeRun: How to cut the cord forever

Christopher White — Sun, 07 Jul 2019 09:02:02 +0000

Looking to cut the cord to save money on a monthly basis? Let's take a look into the combination of Synology, Plex, and HDHomeRun to see how they work together to provide one-stop entertainment. Read more...

Youtube TV adds DVR support for more networks among other improvements

João Carrasqueira — Fri, 05 Oct 2018 18:14:01 +0000

Google continues making big improvements to its YouTube TV streaming service, which now includes DVR support on almost every available network as well as a few other changes, such as a new dark theme. Read more...

Game DVR on Xbox One X will support up to 4K recording with HDR

Chris Schroeder — Wed, 30 Aug 2017 06:46:01 +0000

It's been confirmed that Microsoft's new Xbox One X will surpass its predecessor with a much-improved Game DVR feature that will support gameplay capture up to 4K at 60 FPS and HDR support. Read more...

Poll: What do you think of Microsoft's decision to end TV DVR development for Xbox One?

Andy Weir — Fri, 10 Jun 2016 18:52:01 +0000

In August 2015, Microsoft announced that it would bring TV DVR functionality to the Xbox One in 2016. This week, it said it has stopped development of that feature. What do you think of that decision? Read more...

Microsoft says development of TV DVR feature for Xbox One has now been 'put on hold'

Andy Weir — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 16:02:01 +0000

Ten months ago, Microsoft announced that TV DVR functionality would be added to its Xbox One in 2016. Today, the company says it's no longer developing the feature, as it's focusing instead on gaming. Read more...

Microsoft testing TV DVR feature for Xbox One

Andy Weir — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 13:38:01 +0000

Microsoft announced last year that it would bring TV-recording capabilities to its Xbox One in 2016, and it's now said to be testing that feature internally in its 'Threshold Beta 1603 System Update'. Read more...

Xbox One's DVR feature will initially launch in the US, Canada and the UK

Timi Cantisano — Mon, 10 Aug 2015 17:44:01 +0000

Microsoft announced at Gamescom that the Xbox One would be getting DVR functionality. While this was fantastic news, it looks like the feature will initially only be released in the US, Canada and UK. Read more...

Microsoft is bringing DVR functionality to the Xbox One, stream to any Windows 10 device

Brad Sams — Tue, 04 Aug 2015 14:39:44 +0000

Microsoft has announced that they are bringing DVR functionality to the Xbox One and that you will be able to stream the content to any Windows 10 device and it comes at no additional content. Read more...

TV features may be taking a back seat on the Xbox One

Vlad Dudau — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 08:26:01 +0000

According to a recent interview with Phil Spencer, the head of Xbox, all the cable box functionality that's part of the Xbox One is of secondary importance for the console and its users. Read more...

With Media Center dead, DVR functionality is reportedly heading to the Xbox One

Andy Weir — Wed, 06 May 2015 15:28:01 +0000

Windows Media Center is now officially a thing of the past, but one of its most useful features - the ability to record live TV - is expected to make its way to the Xbox One later this year. Read more...

Samsung acquires streaming entertainment startup Boxee

Vlad Dudau — Thu, 04 Jul 2013 09:25:30 +0000

Samsung has confirmed that they have acquired Boxee. The company's internet streaming products will, most likely, be integrated into Samsung's strategy for their smart and internet connected TVs. Read more...

Time Warner Cable wins patent to stop fast forward button

Christopher White — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 03:46:03 +0000

A patent has been awarded to Time Warner Cable that gives them exclusive rights to disable all trick plays within your DVR, including rewind, fast-forward, and pause. Read more...

Microsoft gets patent for game console DVR technology

John Callaham — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:18:26 +0000

Microsoft has officially been awarded a patent that will allow future game consoles to also act as a DVR for recording things like television shows, movies and music. Read more...

ReplayTV saved from shut down

John Callaham — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 20:35:54 +0000

After announcing that ReplayTV's online programming network would shut down at the end of July, the parent company of the DVR device has announced it will in fact keep going. Read more...

Cable boxes and DVRs use more power than refrigerators

Christopher White — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 15:59:40 +0000

It’s no surprise that the use of DVRs is increasing as more and more people become used to time-shifting instead of watching television on the networks’ schedule. DVRs are compared to competitors so that customers... Read more...

Replay TV to shut down services July 31

John Callaham — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 08:13:02 +0000

Replay TV, one of the first makers of the digital video recorder (better known as DVR) device, will be shutting down its services to its remaining units soon. In a post on the Replay TV... Read more...