Can you tell the difference between these two remotes? They look oddly similar. In fact, they look pretty much like every DIRECTV remote made in the last 10 years, right? Sure, these are backlit remotes, but…
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A lot of folks want a simple answer: What does the HR44 have that the HR34 doesn’t? Here’s the quick and easy answer: External, user-replaceable power supply Internal Wi-Fi (for internet connection) RF compatibility with RC71…
Here’s a nice, easy diagram showing the most common install scenario for HR44 Genie DVRs. Do you have a specific installation need? Post it here and we’ll help!
In most cases, no. There are still a lot of people who think that fiber-based TV services like FiOS and U-Verse have better picture quality than cable. There was a time that was true… no more….
Special thanks to forum member PhoenixAZ for this tip! You know you want to connect your DVR to the internet. There’s just so much good stuff out there. On Demand, YouTube videos, Pandora… it gives you…
You’re not the only one who doesn’t like the RC71 remote that ships with the new HR44 and C41 boxes from DIRECTV. The new remote has received its share of criticism from the power user community because it lacks many…
With DIRECTV’s Genie DVR and a late model Sony or Samsung TV, you can have an almost wire-free experience. The new Sony and Samsung TVs have RVU technology built in, meaning that you don’t even need a…
OK, let’s talk about TV. The rules don’t always make sense. A local station can force the cable and satellite companies to carry them if they give the signal away for free. The same station can…
Genie users don’t have a lot to complain about with five tuners and a 1TB hard drive on their sides. Still, a few folks have mentioned that they see a persistent message that says “To record…
It’s no secret that we’re fans of DIRECTV’s iPad app. It’s a must have here for all the staff. It combines a super-remote with guide, playlist management and search that are even better than the on-screen…
In a move worthy of the finest schoolyard playground, News Corp’s COO Chase Carey has decided that if his many lawsuits fail, he’s prepared to pack up his marbles and go home. Mr. Carey, who once…
Have you seen the commercial where DIRECTV points out that their equipment will work without visible wires or boxes? There’s a disclaimer at the bottom but it goes by pretty fast and you probably won’t be…
If you’re still using one of these or any DIRECTV receiver with an RCA, Philips, Hughes, Sony, or other brand name on it, you might have noticed a problem in the last week. Many people reported…
We showed you the HR44 Genie DVR a few months ago… and now it’s time to show you the companion client! Click here for our “Hands On” review of the C41 then visit our pre-order page to put your name…
This review is available in PDF format! Click here to download! The new C41 Genie Client from DIRECTV launches soon, and we’ve got an early look! You might think the photo above is the C31 Genie Client, and you’d be…