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<blockquote data-quote="falltime" data-source="post: 153428">You're looking for EyeTV - it’s the most popular, and honestly the only TV Tuner/DVR solution for Mac. They aren't cheap though; a decent EyeTV device itself costs upwards of $320. All in all, a Media Center PC is the more advanced, affordable solution as it is entirely designed to cater to the needs of consumers like yourself. There is an interesting workaround that I've been using for years now that allows you to turn your Mac (including your iBook) into your own personal DVR without any additional peripherals. The only thing it requires is a HD box from your cable provider (which still works with standard resolution televisions) with IEEE1394 DV out (most HD boxes have them)... you can now use Automater (before Tiger is was a bit more complicated) to automatically record TV shows using iMovie. You just have to configure your box to automatically switch to a scheduled TV show at the right time and you've got a very cool, sophisticated portable DVR. I've been doing it this way with my Powerbook forever. This of course doesn't offer the ability to rewind, pause, and playback live television, but it's definitely a neat way to record your favorite programs while your out - at no additional cost.</blockquote>

[QUOTE="falltime, post: 153428"] You're looking for EyeTV - it’s the most popular, and honestly the only TV Tuner/DVR solution for Mac. They aren't cheap though; a decent EyeTV device itself costs upwards of $320. All in all, a Media Center PC is the more advanced, affordable solution as it is entirely designed to cater to the needs of consumers like yourself. There is an interesting workaround that I've been using for years now that allows you to turn your Mac (including your iBook) into your own personal DVR without any additional peripherals. The only thing it requires is a HD box from your cable provider (which still works with standard resolution televisions) with IEEE1394 DV out (most HD boxes have them)... you can now use Automater (before Tiger is was a bit more complicated) to automatically record TV shows using iMovie. You just have to configure your box to automatically switch to a scheduled TV show at the right time and you've got a very cool, sophisticated portable DVR. I've been doing it this way with my Powerbook forever. This of course doesn't offer the ability to rewind, pause, and playback live television, but it's definitely a neat way to record your favorite programs while your out - at no additional cost. [/QUOTE]

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