TiVo Launches Premier App For iPad


Updated 11/22/10 8:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

TiVo Premiere iPad App

Popular DVR service TiVo has just announced a new app for the iPad, allowing users to search, browse, and share your favorite entertainment experiences. The app is meant to work in conjunction with your TiVo, allowing users to control and share information while watching your favorite shows. The HD user interface is meant to look similar to your TiVo, and controls both TV and Internet video. The Read more

Apple Rumors Ignite: iMac, Display, iLife, and Apple TV Edition


Updated 07/26/10 8:57 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 1 comment

Apple iMac, Mac Pro, Cinema Display, Apple TV, and iLife Rumors

Apple's line of Mac Pros seems to be in short supply, which leaves industry analysts to believe that a refresh is coming up soon. But now the signature iMac, 27-inch LED cinema display, and even the Apple TV are joining the ranks in the rumor mill. According to one plugged-in insider, Apple may be introducing a newly upgraded Mac Pro, a speedier iMac, and a new 16:9 27-inch cinema display Read more

Daily Tech: Apps Move From Your iPhone to Your Fridge


Updated 03/10/10 12:20 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

iPhone App Fridge Magnets

Need a fridge magnet? There's an app for that — Chip Chick The bacon rocket (yes, bacon rocket) is go for launch — Urlesque Watch TiVo recordings from anywhere in your house — Dvice The $1,000 home recording studio — Unplggd Typing geeks face off at the Ultimate Typing Championship — PopCandy German couple creates Super Mario room (spoiler: it's awesome) — Switched Paper calendar Read more

Do You Use a DVR or TiVo?


Updated 03/05/10 12:31 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 9 comments

Do You Use TiVo or a DVR?

Yesterday, TiVo announed its latest version, TiVo Premiere. With integrated Pandora, Internet access, Netflix compatibility, a QWERTY remote control, and more, the new release will be a central media hub for viewing all kinds of content. In fact, I'm considering switching from my cable provider's DVR to TiVo for all its new bells and whistles. Until now, I've been happy with the service, but if Read more

TiVo Announces Premiere, Premiere XL Boxes in NYC


Updated 03/21/10 8:28 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 2 comments

TiVo Releases Premiere and Premiere XL Boxes

TiVo introduced its newest lineup today in NYC: the Premiere ($300) and Premiere XL ($400) boxes, which will both be available in early April for your media consuming needs. One of the main differences between TiVo's Series 3 boxes and these new Series 4 units is the shiny new HD flash interface (Flash? Isn't that going the way of the pager?), which utilizes larger HD screens to bring you all Read more

Daily Tech: Lego Big Mac Combo Is Good For Your Health


Updated 02/11/10 12:20 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

Photos of the Lego Big Mac Combo Meal

Lego Big Mac Combo meal is better for your health than the real thing — Oh Gizmo! True Lore social network brings out your inner werewolf — Switched Create your own Google Map envelopes — Unplggd Battlestar Galactica fans building a working Raider — Dvice TiVo's got something up its sleeve, and it looks like it's gonna be big — Gizmodo Porsche is revving up the 911 hybrid — Crave Read more

10 Apps to Keep You in Control


Updated 01/06/10 10:05 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

10 Apps that Keep You in Control While On The Go

My iPhone will soon become my universal remote, allowing me to control my TV, DVD player and sound system with a small adapter and an app. What other media can you control with an app and your iPhone or iPod Touch? The answers to your questions are right here, my friends. Read more

Geek Tip: Make Your TiVo's Progress Disappear Faster


Updated 11/13/09 6:46 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 1 comment

Make Your TiVo Status Bar Disappear Faster With This Tip

Although I think you should get a TiVo for more than just to watch the tube, there are some minor things I wish I could change about the player. For example, the status bar on the bottom of the screen — it takes forever to disappear! Now some of you may think I'm being overly dramatic, but really, it takes a while, no? So when you can't take it anymore, just enter this sequence on your remote: Read more

Daily Tech: BlackBerry Announces a TiVo App


Updated 09/30/09 6:41 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 1 comment

Daily Tech: BlackBerry Announces a TiVo App

BlackBerry users with a TiVo box can now record their favorite shows remotely with the TiVo app — The Boy Genius Report Borders will be rolling out free WiFi in 500 store locations across the country — CrunchGear Wired chats with Felicia Day about the Guild and what it's like to be a geek in Hollywood — Wired A BlackBerry desktop manager for Macs is said to be coming out on Oct. 2 — Read more

People Aren't Watching Commercials During Popular Shows


Updated 09/30/09 9:23 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 8 comments

People Aren't Watching Commercials During Popular Shows

TV networks, don't hate me — but I barely ever watch commercials. This is probably because my DVR is always full, so whenever I do watch a show, I feel the need to quickly get through it as fast as possible so I can delete it and move on to the next one! A majority of you said that you occasionally watch commercials even with a DVR, but did you know that nearly all shows that won Emmys this Read more