The drive specified by TiVo is based on the DVR-108 DVD burner, which features Pioneer's advanced precision recording technology for optimum recording performance, even if the blank disc is slightly irregular. Additionally, the new quiet drive technology reduces operating noise and vibration, making the burning process practically silent.
As several consumer electronics manufacturers set out to create a combination hard drive and DVD recorder with TiVo service, TiVo will provide a reference design and recommend use of Pioneer's DVD burner.
I would definitely trade-in my current TiVo for one that contained a DVD burner in it.
