Shaw Direct's new HD PVR gets smarter

CALGARY – Shaw Direct will introduce its customers to a new high definition PVR next week.The Advanced HDPVR will allow customers to watch up to 175 hours of recorded programming, customize series recordings using ‘smart PVR technology’, and find out what's on 14 days in advance thanks to a new interactive on-screen guide. It will also acts as a platform for more interactive channels and new features coming in the future, Shaw said in an annoucement.Starting September 1st, customers can purchase the new Advanced HDPVR 630 for $399, or qualify for a current customer rental program of $15 per month.www.shawdirect.ca