DIRECTV Genie is the primary high-definition digital video recorder receiver system marketed by DIRECTV as part of their satellite TV package. The Genie acts as the central point of your TV watching and lets you record two HD programs at once while you watch another channel, which brings an improved experience.
Overview of the Genie DVR System
The Genie (HR34 or HR44 model) is the current best DVR system that is provided by the DIRECTV. Key features include:
Recording Capacity
- The combination of a 500 GB hard drive lets you record up to 200 hours of standard-definition content or up to 100 hours of high-definition content.
- It allows for recording up to 5 programs simultaneously while continuing to enjoy other live television.
Viewing Capabilities
- The record shows that can be watched on several TVs in a home when such a house is connected to Genie Mini clients
- Recognizes HD DVR service so that it is possible to watch and record shows in high quality.
- Schedule, pause, fast forward, rewind, record, and playback programs on the Control DVR using Genie Remote or Genie App.
Advanced Technology
- With an HD user interface, the menus and settings provide a clear and intuitive way to manage the device.
- Internet connectivity option through built-in WiFi for its On Demand products.
- The application has features that allow the system to give recommendations based on the history of the show that has been watched.
Genie Mini Clients
As an extension of the Genie DVR to other TVs in the house, you can include Genie Mini clients. These are small set-top boxes that pair through Wi-Fi or coaxial cable with your Genie DVR.
Key benefits provided by Genie Mini boxes:
Full DVR Access
- This means that you can watch the content stored in your Genie DVR on other TVs in real-time or playback mode.
- Record meetings in any room and control the scheduling and recording of the room schedules.
One Centralized System
- Hubs instead of multiple DVRs: All DVR content will be stored in one place rather than having individual DVRs where the genies will be stored.
- No more need to plug in several cables and/or satellite connections
Easy Self-Setup
- Mini boxes are small in size and can easily integrate with your other Television sets.
- Broadcast content over the air or through the coaxial wires currently in your residence
They even allow you to expand up to eight Genie Minis for a whole-home DVR solution, with compatible receivers.
Genie Remotes and Genie App
You can monitor and operate the Genie system with the help of the Genie remote or with the help of the Genie App.
Genie Remote
The Genie Universal RF Remote lets you access all your Genie features including:
- OneTouch Record, which allows for the recording of notes with only one button click.
- Schedule, Manage, Monitor, and Control your Genie DVR and connected clients
- Able to control the vehicle with voice without having to touch any physical buttons.
Genie App
You can get a free Genie App for your mobile device to control it like a remote. You can:
- This means that it can record shows at any convenient time from any location.
- Can help you with managing your DVR playlist
- You can live stream TV channels on your device or watch recorded shows.
From the home or remotely, Genie can be accessed in its full capacity directly through the phone or tablet application.
Key Benefits of Upgrading to Genie
There are many advantages to upgrading your DIRECTV service to a Genie DVR system:
Enhanced Features & Capabilities
It is the best Genie in terms of technology and is loaded with the most features that are available in the DIRECTV. Expanded DVR space, the option to record more programs in HD, watching recorded programs or live TV on multiple devices, and enhanced controls on your tablet or smartphone.
Convenience
Using the Genie, you won’t need to have several DVRs to link different areas of the house. The main Genie unit is where all recorded programs are stored while thin Genie clients ensure that you can access all programs stored in the main Genie unit on any TV set.
Future-Ready System
This means the Genie is equipped with the latest DIRECTV receiver hardware and software that supports new innovative features such as 4K. You will take less time to have an updated system which also has compatibility with the innovations from DIRECTV.
Switching to the DIRECTV Genie system will make it possible to offer a whole home, top-notch viewing experience for loyal television audiences who want a system capable of hosting more innovative functionalities and features in the future.
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