How do I get my TiVo DVR to update on the Internet?

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How do I get my Tivo DVR to update through the internet?

I am moving into an apartment and dont want to have to get a phone line just for my tivo updates. I have tivo dvr series 2 with software 9. What do I have to get to be able to update my Tivo through the internet?

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You can connect you TiVo to your home network to update over the internet either wired or wirelessly...

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Cheapest internet/tv for apartment? Tivo vs comcast DVR?

Im moving into an apartment and need to get internet and cable and i was wondering what the cheapest bundle would be. I would also like a DVR with it so i can record shows but i dont know what would be cheaper a comcast bundle with DVR or another with...

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tivo is a brand name of dvr, i think they modernized the technology. As far price, comcast has a pretty...

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Does Tivo have to have a phone connection to update or can I use wireless internet?

I just moved into an apartment and have no phone or internet connection yet. The only reason I would need a phone line installed is for my Tivo to work. Is there a cheaper way to go and just hook my Tivo up through my internet or wireless internet instead...

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i use 3g wirleless (uk) i dont have a phoneline and its pay as you go... the signal aint great here...

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I have no landline, can I still get Tivo or a Directtv DVR?

Can I set up Tivo or a Direct tv DVR without having a landline? I have a wireless network for the internet. Which would be more cost effecient, Tivo or Directtv DVR?

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Hi Jenny, I don't know about the Direct TV DVR but TiVo will work with your wireless network. Once it...

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Confused by Tivo?

I know the basic idea of Tivo and it sounds great. But, I already have a DVR with VHS included. I can record shows, but since I have a cable box, I have to be on the channel to record. It is a pain if I want to watch something else obviously. Does Tivo...

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The Dual Tuner Tivo will work. But if you have digital cable, only one tuner on the Tivo will utilize...

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Is there a way to have a DVR without a land phone line?

I have DirecTV satellite TV. I have wireless internet at home, but I only use my cell phone; I have no land phone line connection at my house. I want to get a TiVO or DVR, but everyone I find requires a landline connection. Is there a way to connect...

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The DirecTV DVR has a system in place so that you can view the programing guide up to two weeks in advance...

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I'm completely overwhelmed choosing a DVR.

I'm buying my fiancée a DVR for Christmas. Which one is the best one for our situation? My fiancée was kind enough to tell me exactly what she wants for Christmas – a DVR so she can record her favorite shows...

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Tivo is having a big sale, and their premier model is $60 right now, so that's way under your $120 limit...

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How Does HD TIVO work? Can it replace Directv HD DVR (too pricey!)?

So I just signed up for Directv about 2 months ago and just got the regular DVR box, I received an HDTV for my birthday and was going to get the HD DVR box from Directv and found out I have to pay $199 for a new box! I was trying to look at alternatives...

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This won't help you now, but maybe when your contract expires. See if you can get AT&T U-Verse in...

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Will Tivo work without actually subscribing to cable TV Service? Please read!?

I hope this makes sense. I'm trying to cut my monthly expenses due to tough times. Here's the deal, I currently subscribe to basic cable channels 2-21 and my buddy did something to it where I get (expanded cable) channels 22-77 for free. I also have...

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Some Tivos can accept public transmissions (local), cable and satellite. Newer Tivos come with CableCARD...

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Can you use a DVR/Tivo to record without digital cable/satellite service?

I have a HDTV with built in tuner. We currently have Digital Cable with all the works, DVR, HD programming, etc. I have been talking to my wife about potentially just installing a good old fashioned antenna and go back to receiving over the air HD like...

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Hi BJ_1985, Sure you can record off the air. You will want to go to the TiVo setup menu and set it up...

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