Directv DVR vs. TIVO

After about 3 years, my Directv Tivo finally started to show it's age. 

This particular TIVO supports 2 lines so I can record 2 shows and watch a 3rd at the same time.  But recently, one of the lines went bad.  Any show it tried to record ended up unwatchable.  So I called Directv for a replacement.  And of course, they no longer support the TIVO versions and now only support their own Directv DVR's, so that is what they sent.
I have been using it for about a week, so am not an expert on all of the features, but wanted to share a few observations on the differences, and why I believe TIVO is still the leader in DVR usability.

Here are the things that I have noticed so far that cause me irritation.

1. When fast forwarding through commercials and you select play to resume watching, the Directv DVR does not jump back a few seconds so that you start watching at the point you want.  I loved this feature in my Directv TIVO.  Thus, you must always rewind to begin viewing.
2. When you rewind, it does jump back a few seconds so you do not need to rewind all the way to your preferred viewing spot.  Why do this on rewind and not fast forward??  I always used this feature on fast forwarding and thus never would need it on rewinding.  Directv has it backwards.
   
3. Your list of recorded shows are can be two levels down instead of just showing each individual recording in a list.  I know this is an option as a view on my TIVO Series 2 to show the list rolled up under each title, but I prefer to see each episode listed individually by the time recorded - an option the TIVO Series 2 allows you to choose, but one I have not found yet on the Directv DVR.  If you know how, please let me know.
4. There is no "Live TV" button on the remote.
5. There is no "Delete" button on the remote to delete a recording show at any time.
6. Although the Directv DVR allows you to schedule a show similar to TIVO's Season Pass, and it gives you to the option to record only first run or new episodes, it does not seem to work.  It wants to record every episode even though I selected new episodes only.

Again, I have only been using it for about a week, so have not gotten into all the details of this DVR. 

One of the features I do like better than my TIVO (Directv TIVO or TIVO Series 2) is the search function.  It remembers you prior searches so you do not have to re-enter the search if you want to search again. 
Another is the built in 30-second skip button. 
I have not yet used the Bookmark feature, but that looks to be interesting.

So far, I miss my old Directv TIVO.  I understand a lot has to do with what you are use to, but with the TIVO Series 2 in the other room, it will make it even harder to move to the Directv DVR fully.   I promise to post a follow up regarding my saga in the future once I know the system inside and out.

Until then..... Have a wonderful NEW YEAR!