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Hello all,
I've been "lurking" for some time now and now find that I have a question for which I have not found an answer:
I have finally decided to take the plunge and move from cable to DirecTv. I need two tuners for two TVs in my house. I really like the idea of the DirecTivo and would like to get one. The deals I'm considering are as follows:
1. Blockbuster two room deal ($68 after rebates + 52 "free" movies) and buy a DTivo2 in the future (cost unknown).
2. Internet dealer for a DTivo (either Hughes or Philips) plus a Hughes Director Pack tuner for around $120.
Both deals include installation.
Here are my questions:
1. Should I wait for the DTivo2. I know it will cost more, but is the increased functionality and storage space worth it?
2. Which Dtivo is preferable Hughes or Philips, or is it mainly cosmetic and preference? The Sony is nice, but I just don't see the reason for the price being $150 more on average, and it's not an option for the internet dealer.
3. The DTivo from the internet dealer is a refurbished model, is this a problem? I have gotten some great deals on other electronic refurbs in the past, but is there anything specific I should be aware of with the Dtivos?
4. If I buy the Blockbuster deal, is it worth considering a standalone Tivo2, or in your opinion does the DirecTivo make something good into something great?
5. Is there anything else that I forgot to consider.
Thank you in advance for all of your help,
Brian
I've been "lurking" for some time now and now find that I have a question for which I have not found an answer:
I have finally decided to take the plunge and move from cable to DirecTv. I need two tuners for two TVs in my house. I really like the idea of the DirecTivo and would like to get one. The deals I'm considering are as follows:
1. Blockbuster two room deal ($68 after rebates + 52 "free" movies) and buy a DTivo2 in the future (cost unknown).
2. Internet dealer for a DTivo (either Hughes or Philips) plus a Hughes Director Pack tuner for around $120.
Both deals include installation.
Here are my questions:
1. Should I wait for the DTivo2. I know it will cost more, but is the increased functionality and storage space worth it?
2. Which Dtivo is preferable Hughes or Philips, or is it mainly cosmetic and preference? The Sony is nice, but I just don't see the reason for the price being $150 more on average, and it's not an option for the internet dealer.
3. The DTivo from the internet dealer is a refurbished model, is this a problem? I have gotten some great deals on other electronic refurbs in the past, but is there anything specific I should be aware of with the Dtivos?
4. If I buy the Blockbuster deal, is it worth considering a standalone Tivo2, or in your opinion does the DirecTivo make something good into something great?
5. Is there anything else that I forgot to consider.
Thank you in advance for all of your help,
Brian