Digeo introduces new components, software for Moxi HD DVRs

Digeo today unveiled a new addition to its Moxi product line as well as a feature-enhancing software update to its flagship Moxi HD DVR.

Digeo's Moxi HD DVR is a cableCARD-ready digital media recorder that does not require a monthly subscription fee. Today's new add-on is called the Moxi Mate and adds multi-room functionality to the HD DVR at less than half the price of a new standalone unit. The Moxi Mate carries a retail price of $399, while the HD DVR costs $799.

A software update will begin rolling out to Moxi HD DVRs this week which adds the "Grid Guide" in addition to its traditional programming guide, available on cable boxes by a number of manufacturers. It will also enjoy improved media support including support for the SDV protocol used by certain digital cable providers.

Digeo also announced compatibility with LaCie's 4big Quadra six terabyte hard drive, giving Moxi DVRs connected to the drive room for more than 1000 hours of full HD recording.