Tivo's New Tool Searches By Any Word
Announced back in November, Tivo's Universal Swivel Search feature for the Series 2 and Series 3 DVR boxes is finally available (or at least will be over the next six weeks in a gradual roll-out). Unlike the current search and recommendation feature of Tivo, which is limited to keyword- and title- searches on Tivo's databases, the Universal Swivel Search allows subscribers to search based on actors, subject matter, and fan suggestions -- pretty much any word. The search then seeks out programming related to that word from the traditional Tivo program guide, Amazon Unbox, and around 14 other sites and services that offer downloadable video, including CNET and the New York Times
A Tivo representative says that the new system is also easily expandable: "We want to add more information about the shows, background about the actors, even episode guides."
We're big fans of Tivo -- it's certainly got the smoothest controls and onscreen interface of any DVR and beats those of most cable systems hands-down. Thank goodness at least two cable providers -- Cox and Comcast -- are working on incorporating the Tivo software into their cable boxes in the coming months.
From USA Today
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Tech Untangled @ Jul 10th 2007 6:16PM
Today Tivo announced that it will download and play movies and other content from amazon.com how cool is that? http://TechUntangled.com/tivo-brings-amazoncom-internet-movies-to-a-tv-near-you