50,000 pre-registrations for Virgin Media's TiVo

Virgin's CEO Neil Berkett revealed to Cable.co.uk (and Dow Jones Newswires) that so far, 50,000 pre-registrations have been received for the next-generation PVR.

Our new TV service, powered by TiVo, will provide a real step change in home entertainment as customers benefit from the unique power of the Virgin Media network.

Cable.co.uk have also revealed their own guide to Virgin's TiVo:

This broadband connection will allow you to browse the web on your TV as well as enjoying a vast array of games and applications, including those that use Adobe Flash technology. The new Virgin TiVo will integrate television and the online world in a way never before seen in the UK.