Testseek.com have collected 25 expert reviews of the Sling Media Slingbox Solo and the average rating is 82%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sling Media Slingbox Solo.
January 2008
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The editors liked
Easy installation
Works as expected
Extremely easy setup
HD inputs included
Very good streaming video quality
Compatible with Mac and several smart phones
Video typically looks fluid over a home network. Works with most video devices. Passable video quality over the Internet with sufficient upload bandwidth. Universal binary.
HD-compatible. Good video quality. SlingPlayer software is easy to use and works on PCs
Macs
And several cell-phone platforms. Excellent value. No monthly fees.
Streams existing media elsewhere
HD input
Streams home AV sources to any broadband-connected Mac
Windows PC
Windows Mobile
Or Palm Treo device in the world
No host PC or monthly charges required
Simple
Straightforward setup
Excellent
Easy-to-use software
Pass-through AV jacks compatib...
The editors didn't like
Requires long-haul Ethernet cable or connection
Requires installation of browser plug-in
May not support your VCR/DVR model
No integrated Wi-Fi
Lacks HDMI
Brief delay between sending IR commands and their effect. Occasional video stutters
Even on home network.
No integrated Wi-Fi. Doesnt actually stream in HD quality in most situations. As with other Slingboxes
Anyone at home gets stuck seeing whatever youre watching while on the go. SlingPlayer Mobile costs extra.
When it comes down to the bottom line, the SlingBox is an amazing device if you have times you need to get a dose of TV when away from your home. With support for both Macs, PCs, and mobile devices, it’s everywhere. The only major disappointment was...
Without a doubt, Slingbox completely changes the rules of engagement between a person and his or her television shows. VCRs and DVRs allow us to time-shift our programs so we can view our shows whenever we want, and now Slingbox allows us to place-shi...
Abstract: We recently looked at the Slingbox Pro, one of the latest in the line of devices that allow users to watch home television (including satellite and cable channels) anywhere in the world. The Slingbox Solo is a cut-down version of the same, with fewer f...
Video typically looks fluid over a home network. Works with most video devices. Passable video quality over the Internet with sufficient upload bandwidth. Universal binary.
Brief delay between sending IR commands and their effect. Occasional video stutters, even on home network.
The Slingbox Solo doesn’t change TV as much as the VCR or DVR, but it deserves that comparison. Video quality depends on network and Internet upload speeds, but it’s usually strong. ...
HD-compatible. Good video quality. SlingPlayer software is easy to use and works on PCs, Macs, and several cell-phone platforms. Excellent value. No monthly fees.
No integrated Wi-Fi. Doesnt actually stream in HD quality in most situations. As with other Slingboxes, anyone at home gets stuck seeing whatever youre watching while on the go. SlingPlayer Mobile costs extra.
Never miss must-see TV with this well-priced, HD-compatible box. As long as you dont expect miracles in video quality when streaming over the Internet, the Slingbox SOLO is a pleasing buy....
Abstract: SD or HD (1080i or 720p) compatible; Video inputs: component, S-Video, composite The Slingbox SOLO is the latest in a line of excellent Slingboxes from Sling Media. The little black box lets you watch and control your TV with your PC or smartphone anyw...
Abstract: If you plan to use your Slingbox with an external set-top box only (like a satellite receiver or a Microsoft Windows Media Center), the recently launched Slingbox SOLO is the right device for you. Unlike the Slingbox PRO (see our earlier review here) o...
Extremely easy setup, HD inputs included, Very good streaming video quality, Compatible with Mac and several smart phones
No integrated Wi-Fi, Lacks HDMI
If the idea of watching your home television and accessing your DVR away from home is starting to grow on you, Sling Medias new middle child in the family of place-shifting devices offers an affordable option while maintaining Slings easy setup and s...
