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TiVo Brings Netflix to a TV Near You

Companies finally join forces to offer streaming video

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(Newser) – Starting in December, TiVo owners will be able to watch Netflix movies and TV episodes on their televisions, Ars Technica reports. Consumers will need to own a compatible TiVo device and subscribe to both services to get access to over 12,000 movies and shows. The companies first discussed a partnership in 2004, but only today said they’ve begun testing the service.

In this May 16, 2008, file photo, Netflix CEO Reed Hastings smiles at Netflix headquarters in Los Gatos, Calif.
In this May 16, 2008, file photo, Netflix CEO Reed Hastings smiles at Netflix headquarters in Los Gatos, Calif.   (AP Photo)
TiVo and Netflix have announced plans to give subscribers the opportunity to stream thousands of movies and TV episodes instantly.
TiVo and Netflix have announced plans to give subscribers the opportunity to stream thousands of movies and TV episodes instantly.   (PRNewsFoto/TiVo Inc.)
This July 21, 2006, file photo shows an exterior view of Netflix headquarters in Los Gatos, Calif.
This July 21, 2006, file photo shows an exterior view of Netflix headquarters in Los Gatos, Calif.   (AP Photo)
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