Philips DSR6000R DIRECTV Receiver with TiVo Service
Not just for TV addicts.
I had an older RCA DirecTV unit and just upgraded to the DirecTV/Tivo unit.  I was able to install it in about 30 minutes (should have taken 15 minutes but my 2 year old was \\"helping\\" me).  I called DirecTV and they were able to quickly activate the new unit and my TIVO service.  I've used it for several days and am now convinced that these units are the greatest improvement since color TV came out.  It really does change the way you watch TV. I won't repeat all of the great features of this product that are covered in other reviews.     <br />One thing that I want to point out is that this unit is not just for TV addicts.  I work fairly long hours, have a lot of outside interests, and have a toddler in the house.  My wife and I are lucky to watch 30-60 minutes of TV a night.  When I do get a chance to relax and turn on the TV, I want to be able to see something worthwhile, not channel surf through a bunch of crap.  I can have this unit constantly recording programs that I like throughout the day and night.  When I have some free time, I can bring up a list of programs and pick the ones I'm in the mood for.  If my daughter has a nightmare and needs consoling --  no problem.  \\"pause\\" the program and come back later.<br />Another nice feature: Unlike VCRs, the saved program is just as good as the original broadcast.<br />One negative comment that I have that other reviewers have not mentioned:  When you pause a program there is no \\"screen saver\\" mode like you find on a DVD player or VCR.  If you have a projection TV like I do, you run the risk of burning an image into the screen (in theory).  If you need to pause a projection TV for a long time you probably want to turn your TV off  until you get back.  Despite this shortcoming I think the unit is worth 5 stars.<br />If you have DirectTV, you should definitely consider upgrading to this unit.  It's wonderful.