Free TiVo BlackBerry App Offers Remote DVR Features
Ever been away from home and remembered at the last minute that you didn't set the TiVo to record the new episode of your favorite TV show? Or been running late and wanted to program the digital video recorder (DVR) from afar so you wouldn't miss the start of your ball game? If so, and you own a BlackBerry smartphone, you're in luck.
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I love all the cool things you can do with text messaging. One of my favorite free services is Kwiry. Say you're at dinner and you realize you forgot to record Battlestar Galactica. No worries: Just text "Tivo Battlestar Galactica" to KWIRY (59749) and you're all set. Kwiry, a will instruct your Internet-connected TiVo to record the next scheduled airing of the show.
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