@Justin wrote: @mustbjones wrote: Hardware issues are easy to fix. Just tell Moto that with the next buy, add PiP, or Verizon goes to another supplier. You are right, hardware issues are e...
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@Justin wrote: @mustbjones wrote: Hardware issues are easy to fix. Just tell Moto that with the next buy, add PiP, or Verizon goes to another supplier. You are right, hardware issues are easy to fix, just buy new hardware, and write software to support it . So tell me, how much extra are you willing to pay Verizon so they can replace all of the DVRs they have installed, and write the code to support the new hardware? And how long do you think that will take? I have no idea how many DVRs are currently installed in customer installations, sitting in the warehouses waiting to be installed, etc, but since Verizon has about two million FiOS TV customers I think, I would guess at least one million. So, how long and how much to replace all of that? If they get some other brand, they will have to develop new software that fits that architecture before they can deliver the first box. And with that new capability there would probably be huge demand for it, and initially a very low supply. When do you think you (or I) would get one? I want the capability too. But I think it is unrealistic to expect it anytime soon, assuming that the current hardware won't work (which we all hope is incorrect). If all or most of the hardware already in use actually does/could support PIP, then the timeframe could be a few months or even less. But new hardware? Years I think, unfortunately. I hope I am wrong. __________________________________ Justin Verizon FiOS TV, Internet, and phone IMG 1.6.2, Build 08.58 Keller, TX 76248 I would be willing to pay a $25 once upgrade fee. It could just be a simple board change, or putting a card in a slot. The technology all ready exists and nothing new is being invented. And, it would keep Verizon competitive with Comcast and Direct TV - in this area.