Author Archives: MegaZone

About MegaZone

MegaZone is the Editor of Gizmo Lovers and the chief contributor. He's been online since 1989 and active in several generations of 'social media' - mailing lists, USENet groups, web forums, and since 2003, blogging.    MegaZone has a presence on several social platforms: Google+ / Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn / LiveJournal / Web.    You can also follow Gizmo Lovers on other sites: Blog / Google+ / Facebook / Twitter.

Woot! – Fuji Extra Long Life Heavy-Duty Batteries – 60 Pack Just $5.99

Posted on Thursday, December 8, 2011 by MegaZone

Today’s Woot! deal is pretty simple – batteries. AA or AAA, you get 60 Fuji Extra Long Life Heavy-Duty Batteries for only $5.99 + $5 S&H. That comes out to just over 18 cents a battery. With the holidays coming … Continue reading →

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Popular iOS App i.TV Now Available for Android

Posted on Tuesday, December 6, 2011 by MegaZone

For a while now i.TV has been available only for iOS devices, but now it is available for Android devices as well. The Android version looks like it is lagging behind the iOS version a little bit in features, but … Continue reading →

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Finally – New THR22 DirecTiVo Launches On December 8th!

Posted on Tuesday, December 6, 2011 by MegaZone

It has been a long time coming, but the ‘new’ DirecTiVo, more properly known as the TiVo HD DVR from DirecTV, model THR22-100, is finally launching on December 8th. Of course, given the saga to date, there has to be … Continue reading →

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Every Time A TiVo Badoops, Toys For Tots Gets One Dollar

Posted on Tuesday, December 6, 2011 by MegaZone

OK, it isn’t as catchy as “Every time a bell rings, and angel gets his wings”, but work with me here. TiVo is running an interesting charitable promotion. For every recording of the classic holiday film “It’s A Wonderful Life” … Continue reading →

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Charter Provides An Extensive Video Peak at TiVo Premiere from Charter

Posted on Tuesday, December 6, 2011 by MegaZone

Charter seems to be ramping up their TiVo-related efforts. They’re already providing the TiVo Premiere to customers in Fort Worth, TX, and now they’ve posted two long-form videos explaining TiVo to their customers. The first video is nearly 19 minutes … Continue reading →

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