TiVo Preps 2.5 Beta
TiVo has begun signups for the upcoming beta test of software release 2.5. While full details of the update have not been disclosed, version 2.5 is focused on DirecTV users, possibly adding the much anticipated dual tuner functionality. By utilizing dual tuners, TiVo can play or record one live show while simultaneously recording another on a different channel. The team also promises neat changes for standalone TiVo units as well.
Testers will be selected at random from all applicants. TiVo will first choose 100 names beginning next week, ramping up to thousands within a few weeks. Those selected will also be considered for future beta tests.
The application to join the beta contains 25 questions covering multiple topics. TiVo strongly stresses that interested parties only apply once and input the serial number correctly, as multiple entrants will be automatically denied. Non-subscribers are also invited to sign up, in hopes to avoid similar problems to those which occurred in version 2.0.
To apply to test TiVo software release 2.5, visit surveys.tivo.com/betanew/applysn.html.