I think the points about convenience and missing a show on first run are really the key. Frankly, if it wasn't for BitTorrent and TiVo's ability to playback avi I would miss almost all of the shows I like. I am pretty busy and do not really have time to devote my evenings to twiddling my thumbs waiting for a show to…

While I prefer a tea-ball, this seems pretty cool. I have to agree that it seems like something your aunt would get you when she remembers that you mentioned drinking tea the previous Christmas.