Philips HDR312 TiVo 30-Hour Digital Video Recorder
So good, I bought TWO!
Tivo will change the way you watch TV.  It free's you to watch what you want, not what the networks want you to watch.  Channel surfing becomes a thing of the past, bringing further family unity!  I liked my first Tivo so much, I bought another for conflicts.  I have recommended Tivo to everyone I know, at least 14 have bought one (I'm a salesman ;) ) and everyone of them has been completely thrilled with their purchase.  A decent machine and a great company (Tivo) to deal with!