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SlingPlayer Mobile SlingPlayer Mobile

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Watch and control your home TV and DVR on your iPhone or iPod touch!

When connected to a Slingbox SOLO, PRO, or PRO-HD (Slingboxes sold separately), the award winning SlingPlayer Mobile software will play anything you can see on your TV at home on your iPhone or iPod touch. Now you can change channels, control your DVR and watch your favorite shows right on your phone. View and control... Read More

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Entertainment
Release Date:
Aug 20, 2009
Homepage:
http://www.slingmedia....
Publisher:
Sling Media Inc.
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SlingPlayer Mobile updated with video out
Calendar16 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 16:00:00 UTC +00:00
Dig out your TV component cables if you have the SlingPlayer Mobile app on your iPhone, iPad or iPod -- the latest version of the software now supports high quality mode video out to your television. Version 2.1 of the popular TV-streaming app also includes a few unspecified bug fixes. You'll need at least 800 Kbps of bandwidth over Wi-Fi or 500 Kbps over 3G for it to work on your iPhone 4, or 1200 and 800 respectively on your iPad. There goes the weekend... Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile and SlingPlayer for iPad Review
Calendar16 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 19:48:06 UTC +00:00
Posted 01/31/2011 at 11:48am | by Zack Stern Get your actual living-room shows anywhere; SlingPlayer Mobile presents content from your personal TiVo, cable-tuner, and other devices online. The iPhone and iPad apps connect to your Slingbox hardware ($179-$299), streaming home content anywhere, even over the 3G network. The process looks terrific on a local network; stream to the kitchen, bedroom, or bathroom. (Yeah, we went there.) Quality outside your house depends on your Internet connections, especially your home upstream. In slower situations, the audio gets fuzzy, but remains understandable, while the picture splashes on like a rushed sketch. Fast-paced sports suffer, but paced, dramatic shows lose little. The bottom line. Since everything looks great when functional, we can overlook setup problems, showing the same-resolution picture on the iPhone 4, and how Sling offers two apps instead of a universal purchase. Product  Company  Sling Media Contact  Price  $29.99 each Requirements  iOS 4.1 Read More
Sling Media has roll-out what appears to be a welcomed update for the SlingPlayer Mobile app on the iPhone. The app is now sitting at version 2.0 and noted as having additional features to include High Quality (HQ) video streaming, though in order to take advantage you will need to be on a Wi-Fi connection of at least 800kbps or a 3G connection of at least 500kbps. In addition to the better video, SlingPlayer Mobile users on the iPhone can also expect to find the new guide (the one that the iPad users have). With that, the update will still work with both the Slingbox SOLO and/or Slingbox Pro-HD models however you will need to update the software on the box in addition to the app on your phone before you will be able to connect (for more details on that, hit the ‘download’ link below). Read More
Posted 12/14/2010 at 5:33am | by J.R. Bookwalter Sure, the folks at Sling finally have an iPad version of SlingPlayer Mobile waiting in the App Store to gobble up your $29.99, but that doesn’t mean they’ve forgotten their original iPhone version, which has just hit version 2.0. Engadget is reporting that SlingPlayer Mobile for iPhone and iPod touch 2.0 is now available in the App Store, bringing High Quality (HQ) streaming and a new program guide to the table for new and existing users alike. “To stream in High Quality (HQ) mode outside your home, you need at least 800 kbps of bandwidth from your Slingbox to your iPhone when using a Wi-Fi connection, and at least 500 kbps with a 3G connection,” the 2.0 update notes read. “If you don't have enough bandwidth for HQ mode, you can improve your viewing experience by pressing the SQ button to stream in Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile Brings TV to iPad
Calendar16 Wed, 24 Nov 2010 22:23:41 UTC +00:00
By – Want to watch live TV on your iPad? Well, if you have a Slingbox, the SlingPlayer App is now available. It lets you connect your iPad to your Slingbox over wifi or 3G and view content on your device as well as control Slingbox. Here is some info from the product’s App Store page: When connected over 3G or Wi-Fi to a Slingbox SOLO or PRO-HD (Slingboxes* sold separately), you can play anything you can see on your home TV on your iPad. View and control video sources such as: -Cable set-top box and DVR -Satellite set-top box and DVR -Telco / IPTV set-top box and DVR -Basic Cable -Digital Over-the-Air broadcasts (Slingbox Pro-HD only) -Tivo -Apple TV -Home security cameras Know two things: 1) This app is not universal so it’s 30 bucks for the iPad and 30 bucks for the iPhone B) it only works on current Read More
Sling Media has posted a preview video of their upcoming iPad app, and you can watch it in action right after the break below. It looks pretty darn good -- the app of course allows you to stream everything that comes from your Slingbox DVR device, including live TV, DVR'd content, or any on-demand offerings you might happen to have. The iPad app uses Apple's own H.264 codec, so while this is just a video demonstration, presumably the real thing will look just as good. Unfortunately, this won't be the cheapest option -- the app isn't universal at all, so you'll have to pay another $30 on top of the $30 you may have already paid for the iPhone version. And that's after you buy and install a Slingbox in the first place, which itself requires yet another television subscription to actually deliver the content. Compared to a more subscription-based service Read More
@chrisbosh for the iPhone --> Sling M...
Calendar16 Sun, 12 Sep 2010 21:15:17 UTC +00:00
...for the iPhone --> Sling Media - SlingPlayer Mobile - http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/slingplayer-mobile/id309280605?mt=8 #iTunes... Read More
Netflix app hits the iPhone and iPod touch
Calendar16 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 15:00:00 UTC +00:00
Here's some great news for Netflix subscribers. The free Netflix app has finally made it to the iPhone and iPod touch. Netflix members on plans as low as US$8.99 a month can instantly watch movies and TV shows streamed from the Netflix servers. This has been an eagerly-awaited app (the iPad version was available at launch), and I downloaded it this morning to give it a test. It works fine on both 3G and WiFi, and the 3G feature is a bit of a surprise given AT&T's position of holding back on some streaming apps. Slingbox, for example, found dealing with AT&T tough sledding, but the company finally did get the app approved for 3G. My TUAW colleague Richard Gaywood points out that with many AT&T users no longer on unlimited data plans, the company may see apps like this as a profit center. The new Hulu Plus app also works Read More
Review: SlingPlayer Mobile for iPhone & iPad
Calendar16 Fri, 07 May 2010 05:24:03 UTC +00:00
Rating: 9 out of 10Pros: Gives you the ability to watch your home programming on the road, never miss another big game, one app will work with both iPhone and iPad although the app is not marketed that way.Cons: Expensive; with the needed purchase of a Silngbox Solo box I would expect a lower priced app.Overall: The SlingPlayer Mobile app is a fantastic add on to your SlingBox as it enable you to watch your home programming without the need of your computer.  This app is a solid performer on both Wifi and 3G and will always keep you up to date on that important game or TV show when you are on the road.  No longer do husbands have to stress when on those shopping trips; just fire up your iPhone or iPad.  I would prefer to see a lower price point on this app considering the initial investment of Read More
Top 5 iPhone travel apps
Calendar16 Sat, 17 Apr 2010 13:12:10 UTC +00:00
By Rene Ritchie, Saturday, Apr 17, 2010 | Today’s top 5 is directed towards iPhone users who travel for work, for fun, or for a little bit of both. From booking to preparing, finding your way to finding your food, and keeping yourself entertained while go, the iPhone really does have plenty of apps for all of that. Just like our other top 5 must-have iPhone app posts, all of these applications are available in the App Store. For the full run down, follow us after the break! Tripit [free - iTunes link] is an iPhone front-end to the free TripIt.com online service. With TripIt, once you book your online hotel and flight information, you just forward them the email and they automagically create a itinerary for you include flight times, airport maps, hotel maps, etc. Basically, all you travel has belong to them — but they’ll package and present it Read More
Mit ‘Shopper’ und ‘Concert’ veröffentlich Apple zwei weitere iPhone-Werbespots. Für Entwickler lassen sich über iTunes Connect neuerdings “Kundenrezensionen” anzeigen. Diese sind jedoch lediglich auf die neuste Programm-Version beschränkt und nicht gleichzeitig für alle Länder einsehbar. Nach Informationen von Gearlog soll der iPad 3G-Tarif bei AT&T für $30 US-Dollar mit unbegrenztem Datenvolumen ausgestattet sein. Konzernsprecher Mark Siegel wird zitiert mit: “unlimited is unlimited”, obwohl aus gesunder Praxiserfahrung bekannt ist, dass in nahezu allen Verträgen eine – oft nur im Kleingedruckten zitierte – Limitierung beinhaltet ist. Da Apple mittlerweile selbst datenintensiven (Video-)Streaming-Angeboten wie Netflix (kostenlos; US-Link), EyeTV (3.99 €; App Store-Link) oder dem SlingPlayer (23.99 €; App Store-Link) freistellt, ihre Anwendungen auch über UTMS zu befüttern, warten wir den offiziellen iPad 3G-Start erst einmal in Ruhe ab. Air Video (2.39 €; App Store-Link) aus der Softwareschmiede InMethod legt seine populäre Streaming-Anwendung als iPad-Version dem App Store-Genehmigungsprozess vor. Nintendo’s US-Vorstand verspritzt in Person von Read More
SlingPlayer Coming To iPad
Calendar16 Tue, 30 Mar 2010 19:20:21 UTC +00:00
Fans of the Slingbox have been evangelizing its cool usefulness and amazing streaming technology to bring your own television content on the go wherever you are. It’s been on my list of killer iPhone apps to show to friends, especially with AT&T’s recent decision to allow for 3G streaming. With the iPad’s launch just days away, details are emerging on an iPad specific version of the SlingPlayer app. According to Dave Zatz over on his ZatzNotFunny site, word out of Sling Media is that the company is looking to move their video stream technology to iPhone OS friendly H.264 platform. While it is safe to assume the current SlingPlayer for iPhone will work fine on the new iPad, to be able to take full advantage of the new tablet’s gorgeous high resolution display, a native application will be needed. To accommodate the iPad’s bigger screen, here’s what Sling had to say: Read More
Top Entertainment Apps 4 #iPhone #iPod #...
Calendar16 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:20:10 UTC +00:00
...Entertainment Apps 4 #iPhone #iPod #iPad #43: SlingPlayer Mobile from Sling Media - http://bit.ly/bNjBTP... Read More
Top Entertainment Apps 4 #iPhone #iPod #...
Calendar16 Sun, 07 Mar 2010 04:55:34 UTC +00:00
...Entertainment Apps 4 #iPhone #iPod #iPad #33: SlingPlayer Mobile from Sling Media - http://bit.ly/bNjBTP... Read More
Top Entertainment Apps 4 #iPhone #iPod #...
Calendar16 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:55:48 UTC +00:00
...Entertainment Apps 4 #iPhone #iPod #iPad #43: SlingPlayer Mobile from Sling Media - http://bit.ly/bNjBTP... Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile for 3G streaming has hit the App Store. Check it out for 29.99, but remember the SlingBox is sold separately. Textropolis and Alchemize are both available for free downloads today. I wanted to show a little love to my international viewers so click here for your chance to win one of five Broken Sword Comics. Check out our sneak peek at Chillingo’s upcoming title – Zombie Wonderland. And run into oncoming traffic while fighting enemy ninjas with our app of the day, Traffic Ninja. Read More
SlingPlayer Now Officially Enabled on 3G!
Calendar16 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:09:19 UTC +00:00
Today, Apple finally approved the 3G-streaming capable version of the popular TV-streaming iPhone application, SlingPlayer [iTunes link]. As most of us know, Sling, Apple, and AT&T and previously tussled over the concept of streaming live TV over AT&T's 3G bands, as they had suspected that it would place to much strain on the network, especially with the popularity of the iPhone. However, just like their recent lift on the VoIP ban, which AT&T anticipated would keep people from using their AT&T minutes by using a service like Skype to make calls instead, AT&T seem to have lifted this "live TV streaming" ban as well. Until now, only jailbreakers who had paid for a premium app such as 3G Unrestrictor or My3G were able to stream Sling over the 3G airwaves, but it looks like today, everyone is free to watch Sling on their iPhone at their leisure. Read More
#Streaming #Video #Player #SlingPlayer n...
Calendar16 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:57:15 UTC +00:00
...#Video #Player #SlingPlayer now on #iPhone. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/slingplayer-mobile/id309280605?mt=8... Read More
We heard the good news earlier this month, and the updated version of the SlingPlayer Mobile app is now available. This update brings the app up to version 1.2 and with that comes the additional functionality of being able to stream your home television over your 3G connection. The updated app is currently available in the App Store (link below) and selling for $29.99. Of course, those who had already purchased the app will get the 3G functionality as a free update. Read More
Yay! SlingPlayer w/streaming over 3g rel...
Calendar16 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 02:35:15 UTC +00:00
...SlingPlayer w/streaming over 3g released today http://bit.ly/d42SqF and Meebo (free push IM app) http://bit.ly/ckJwbQ #iPhone... Read More
SlingPlayer Iphone App 1.2 with 3G strea...
Calendar16 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 01:25:25 UTC +00:00
...Iphone App 1.2 with 3G streaming now available on Itunes .... cool ... http://tinyurl.com/ybtrxdk... Read More
3G Slingplayer Mobile Now In App Store
Calendar16 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:17:27 UTC +00:00
At long last, Sling Media has released the 3G-capable version of their TV streaming application, SlingPlayer Mobile [App Store, $29.99], to the App Store. The new version is able to stream video from your TV connection at home to your iPhone, and now instead of being restricted to working over Wi-Fi only, it will stream on AT&T’s 3G network as well. The release is following AT&T’s lift on a ban on the 3G-capable version of the application, which they initially put in place over concerns about it taking too much traffic for the network to handle. “We’re delighted the SlingPlayer Mobile App now has 3G capability,” said John Gilmore, senior vice president and general manager at Sling Media. “Slingbox users in many countries around the globe, including the United States, can now enjoy their living room TV experience on their iPhone and iPod touch whether on a 3G or WiFi network.” Read More
Entgegen anders lautenden Meldungen bleiben die iPod touch Software-Updates (iTunes-Link) für große Versions-Sprünge weiterhin kostenpflichtig. Zumindest bei mir. Pocket Gamer stieß die Nachricht in der letzten Nacht an. Angeblich folgten weitere – jedoch uneinheitliche – Bestätigungen. Die iPod touch-Aktualisierung von Version 2.x auf 3.x kostet offiziell 3.99 €. iPhone-Aktualisierungen berechnete Apple bis letzten Herbst intern über den gängigen Mobilfunk-Vertragszeitraum von 24 Monaten. Für den Nutzer waren die Software-Updates für das Telefon damit kostenfrei. Mittlerweile ist die Buchhaltung umgestellt, so das neuste Programm-Verbesserungen und Fehlerbehebungen mit einer geschätzten Pauschale von $25 US-Dollar schon beim Verkauf verrechnet werden können – für den Endverbraucher ändert sich nichts. Es bleibt jedoch nicht auszuschließen, dass Apple Bemühungen anstrebt, durch die geänderten Buchhaltungs-Vorgaben, auch hier den Preis für Neuentwicklungen und Service-Kosten (beispielsweise) in den Verkaufspreis des Gerätes zu integrieren. Microsoft kündigt auf dem Mobile World Congress in Barcelona die siebte Windows Phone-Serie (Webcast) an. Das Betriebssystem ist Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile Updated, Now With 3G Enabled
Calendar16 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:05:04 UTC +00:00
Posted 02/15/2010 at 10:05am | by J.R. Bookwalter After being announced less than two weeks ago, Sling Media has announced that the updated version of SlingPlayer Mobile for iPhone is now live in the App Store, complete with 3G streaming at long last. MacRumors is reporting that Sling Media has made the announcement that its iPhone-loving users have been waiting for: SlingPlayer Mobile has finally been updated to allow streaming over AT&T’s 3G network in addition to the Wi-Fi capabilities the app was already capable of. “We’re delighted the SlingPlayer Mobile App now has 3G capability,” said John Gilmore, Sling Media’s senior vice president and general manager. “Slingbox users in many countries around the globe, including the United States, can now enjoy their living room TV experience on their iPhone and iPod touch whether on a 3G or WiFi network.” The fact that the iPhone app was crippled at all has Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile Updated Allows Streaming Over 3G
Calendar16 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 19:13:46 UTC +00:00
SlingPlayer Mobile, an application that allows you to “watch and control your home TV and DVR on your iPhone or iPod touch,” was updated today to version 1.2. The update does one thing, it adds the long awaited feature of streaming over 3G! YAY! Some of you probably already have this feature using a hack however, those unjailbroken folks are now able to stream over 3G as well! When connected over 3G or Wi-Fi to a Slingbox SOLO, PRO, or PRO-HD (Slingboxes sold separately), the award winning SlingPlayer Mobile software will play anything you can see on your TV at home on your iPhone or iPod touch. Now you can change channels, control your DVR and watch your favorite shows right on your phone. View and control video sources such as: -Cable set-top box and DVR -Satellite set-top box and DVR -Telco / IPTV set-top box and DVR -Basic cable -Digital Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile now streams over 3G for your iPhone
Calendar16 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:17:29 UTC +00:00
After a little bit of a misunderstanding between SlingPlayer, AT&T and its customers and why it took so long to get content to stream over 3G, things are all sorted and we can now get streaming goodness to feed our inner couch potato. If you’ve been dying for SlingPlayer Mobile streaming wherever you are, and you’re willing to fork over $30, you can pick up version 1.2 from the iTunes store now. Enjoy clogging up AT&T’s bogged network with your TV addiction! Sponsored Ads Sponsored Ads Sponsored Ads Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile Video App Goes 3G on iPhone Today
Calendar16 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:28:48 UTC +00:00
by Sling Media — a company that makes hardware and software to stream recorded or live video from your cable, satellite or DVR receiver to devices like your laptop or cell phone — today launched a new version of its SlingPlayer Mobile app [iTunes link] for iPhone and iPod touch. The app can now stream video over AT&T’s 3G network; previously streaming was only possible on Wi-Fi connections. The app costs $29.99, which is admittedly a little steep for an iPhone app. You’ll also have to buy and install Sling Box hardware on your TV so the app will have something to communicate with. The result is the ability to watch every show you can watch at home either live or DVRed absolutely anywhere, though. We think it might be worth it depending on your situation. For example, if you take a long daily commute on public transit, it might be Read More
Having been given the approval from AT&T and Apple, a new version of SlingPlayer Mobile (1.2) is now available in the App Store… and the big news here is that 3G streaming is enabled! This latest edition features a new streaming optimization method, one that AT&T has been working on for quite some time. I couldn’t tell you personally of any performance gains here, but if you have a SlingBox and couple it with the new SlingPlayer Mobile, you should notice quite a difference when connected over 3G. [Via: BGR] James was born and raised in Winnipeg, Canada. Almost 15 years ago he started out in the 'real world' as a web and graphic designer. Through the years he has finely tuned his skills in SEO, internet marketing, conversion strategy, and project management. To date, he runs his own successful consulting business where he advises companies all over the globe. A Read More
SlingBox iPhone app w/ 3G support now in...
Calendar16 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:58:55 UTC +00:00
...iPhone app w/ 3G support now in App Store!! http://bit.ly/bhG4n4 #yam... Read More
The most talked about #iPhone app in the...
Calendar16 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:04:07 UTC +00:00
...most talked about #iPhone app in the last 24hrs was: SlingPlayer Mobile http://bit.ly/95LZQr... Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile Finally Gets Its 3G
Calendar16 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:01:30 UTC +00:00
These three simple words included in SlingPlayer Mobile‘s app update description couldn’t possibly bring any more joy to longtime users of the app: 3G streaming enabled.  Yes, it’s really true.  Both Apple and AT&T have finally allowed the once controversial app to stream live and recorded television over 3G. The app, now whether connected to Wi-Fi or 3G, allows you to view and control live television and your DVR straight from your iPhone or iPod touch as long as you are using one of Sling Media’s supported home devices.  This means that you can finally truly enjoy your favorite content wherever you are. The v1.2 update is free to all current users, or you can purchase v1.2 of SlingPlayer Mobile in the App Store right now for $29.99. If you find time to give 3G streaming a try today, come back here and let us know how it worked for you Read More
Yes that's right, you can now be a certified couch potato anywhere you find yourself with the new update to SlingPlayer Moblie, which can play back your DVR shows and control live TV from your iPhone or iPod Touch. Do you hear a faint fapping? That's the sound of thousands of iPhone and iPod Touch users who have been hotly anticipating 3G SlingBox streaming for the some time now, finally able to control their home TVs on the go. Full channel-changing and PVR support is included. The app costs $30 or comes as a free upgrade for existing users and can be snatched up riiiiiight now on iTunes. [iTunes - Thanks David!] Read More
15 Feb 2010 alle 11:48 Produttore: Sling Media | Download Via: AppStore | Prezzo: 23.99€ Qualche settimana fa vi avevamo segnalato la possibilità, per gli utenti americani, di utilizzare SlingPlayer Mobile anche sotto rete 3G e quindi guardare la TV sul proprio iPhone in qualunque luogo. Da qualche ora però, su AppStore, è stata pubblicata una nuova versione di tale applicazione che, a differenza della precedente, supporta la connessione 3G. Apple ha quindi deciso di approvare, con un po’ di ritardo, l’aggiornamento per questa applicazione permettendo di utilizzarla anche in mobilità ed in assenza di una rete Wi-Fi. L’azienda ha lavorato duramente e, da oggi, tutti avranno la possibilità di vedere la TV in qualsiasi posto. Ha una buona sincronizzazione tra audio e video anche se, per ora, il cambio da un canale all’altro è un po’ lento. Per utilizzare appieno l’applicazione, però, è necessario possedere uno Slingbox di cui potete Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile finally works on 3G
Calendar16 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 06:30:00 UTC +00:00
We all knew it was coming, and it's here. Yes, Apple has finally approved, with the belated blessing of AT&T, a version of the SlingPlayer Mobile app that now works on the 3G network. The original release of SlingPlayer Mobile [iTunes link] was WiFi only, and was one of the great disappointments of the whole iPhone experience. The folks at Sling Media worked hard to get the app approved, and AT&T finally relented, probably because the FCC has been breathing down the necks of the cellular providers who seem a bit, shall we say, arbitrary about what gets on the network. AT&T had no problem with streaming MLB games, but kept giving the Sling developers a big honking rejection. Whatever the reason, it's good to see the SlingPlayer app working as it was designed. I just ran out to the front yard to test it and it worked as advertised. I Read More
RT @MisterSling: New 3G-enabled SlingPla...
Calendar16 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 05:46:34 UTC +00:00
...@MisterSling: New 3G-enabled SlingPlayer Mobile for iPhone & iPod Touch: http://bit.ly/cHWTR1 iTunes store: http://bit.ly/dvAb7J... Read More
Slingplayer Mobile for iPhone Goes 3G in App Store!
Calendar16 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 04:58:01 UTC +00:00
By Rene Ritchie, Sunday, Feb 14, 2010 | Slingplayer Mobile [$29.99 - iTunes link] for iPhone has just hit version 1.2 and the single-line update says it all — 3G streaming enabled. And it seems to be in App Stores outside the US and beyond AT&T. (If it’s not in your App Store, let us know.) It was a long time and a lot of controversy coming, but it’s here, so go get it and let us know how it’s working for you! [Thanks to Scott for the head's up!] Read More
AT&T Will Allow SlingPlayer on 3G… Finally (iPad Too?)
Calendar16 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 02:46:32 UTC +00:00
AT&T will now allow SlingPlayer to stream video to the iPhone over their 3G network. It’s not just a quick decision either. AT&T and Sling Media have worked together to make the app conserve bandwith when connected to 3G: Collaboration with developers like Sling Media ensures that all apps are optimized for our 3G network to conserve wireless spectrum and reduce the risk that an app will cause such extreme levels of congestion that they disrupt the experience of other wireless customers. Even more good news is AT&T will begin to work with developers starting by the end of the first quarter to optimize their videos and applications for the wireless network on their developer website: http://developer.att.com/ This is all great news for the iPad. Sling Media could create an awesome interface with the larger screen of the iPad and AT&T will allow the app to run on their network. Read More
AT&T Allows SlingPlayer To Run Over 3G Network
Calendar16 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:59:42 UTC +00:00
AT&T announced today that they will now be allowing SlingPlayer Mobile [App Store, $29.99], and application for streaming TV to your iPhone to watch wherever you are, to run over the 3G network. The app was disabled over the 3G network due to bandwidth concerns and how it would effect the overall quality of the network, but now they say the code has been “optimized” which most likely means the developers had to change it to fit their bandwidth guidelines. AT&T says they have notified both Sling and Apple, so now the ball is in their court. We don’t know why AT&T has decided to work with Sling to get the app working on their network. One possibility is that the FCC may have stepped in and asked them to treat Slingplayer the same way they would treat other high-bandwidth apps. Read More
And The Skies Fell: AT&T Allows 3G SlingPlayer Streaming!
Calendar16 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:25:00 UTC +00:00
Posted 02/04/2010 at 6:25am | by J.R. Bookwalter (Image courtesy of Engadget) The tech world seems to be getting more topsy-turvy every minute -- with both AT&T and Apple finally allowing VoIP calls via a 3G data connection, where will the madness end? Prepare to have your minds blown! We never thought we’d see this day come, but Engadget is reporting that AT&T has finally blessed SlingPlayer Mobile for the iPhone over a 3G connection. As you’ll recall, the app made its debut last year in a very controversial firestorm, thanks to AT&T and Apple forcing the Sling folks to stream via Wi-Fi only -- while other devices on the same network were happily streaming via 3G. Apparently once the first brick or two fell -- that being VoIP over 3G, of course -- it’s not going to take long for the others to crumble as well. So what brought about Read More
Checking out the iPhone app SlingPlayer ...
Calendar16 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 01:25:11 UTC +00:00
...out the iPhone app SlingPlayer Mobile http://bit.ly/4CpoBL using App Popular http://AppPopular.com... Read More
Slingbox Solo mit SlingPlayer Mobile + Verlosung
Calendar16 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:18:48 UTC +00:00
Sling Media produziert Set-Top-Boxen, die im heimischen Wohnraum Mediensignale in verschiedene Haus-Ecken verteilen. Dabei verkabelt man den breiten Plastik-Backstein ins AV-Setup und streamt über eine Netzwerkverbindung das Signal an Computer, Browser, BlackBerrys oder iPhones. Der Fokus liegt dabei eindeutig auf Kabel-Receivern, Sat-Empfängern oder DVD-Spielern. Und obwohl keines dieser Geräte meinen Haushalt mit seiner Anwesenheit beglückt, frisst die Slingbox natürlich auch alle anderen Videoquellen wie Spielkonsolen, AppleTV oder einen iPod touch, der seinem Videosignal über den Dock-Anschluss freien Lauf lässt. Wenn ihr also den Bedarf habt, das bewegte Bild eines stationären Gerätes zu verteilen, um dies beispielsweise im Büro oder auf Reisen zu konsumieren, könnte diese Lösung grundsätzlich von Interesse sein. In Amerika ist Sling Media seit einigen Jahren extrem populär. Geschäftsleute streamen sich ihre Aufzeichnungen vom Festplattenrekorder auf das Mobilfunktelefon. In den heimischen vier Wänden kann es angenehm sein, einen Laptop mit dem SlingPlayer zu bestücken um diesen beispielsweise beim Kochen Read More
EyeTV app for iPhone released
Calendar16 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:40:00 UTC +00:00
Elgato, maker of EyeTV, has released EyeTV for iPhone [iTunes Link], an app that allows access to both live and recorded video content from any Mac running EyeTV 3.2 or later. The $4.99 app lets you view live and recorded TV on your iPhone or iPod touch over your local network, and it also allows you to access the same content from a remote WiFi location using a service called MyEyeTV. Unsurprisingly, just like SlingPlayer, access over 3G isn't possible. Accessing either live or recorded TV over your local network is simple, and usually works well. Recorded content plays back almost immediately with barely a stutter to be seen -- the caveat to this is that all recorded content has to be rendered into a format the iPhone will understand, which can take a while if you have a slower Mac. Live TV takes longer to load on your iPhone and Read More
Air Video streamt Filme über UMTS aufs iPhone
Calendar16 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:04:38 UTC +00:00
Nicht unwesentlich oft müssen wir an dieser Stelle darauf hinweisen, das ‘datenintensive’ App Store-Programme von Apple verweigert oder auf einen WiFi-only-Betrieb limitiert werden. Die Beispiele finden sich in üppiger Anzahl und reichen von Telefonie-Anwendungen wie Skype (kostenlos; App Store-Link) bis zur Steuerung von Streaming-Abspielgeräten wie dem SlingPlayer Mobile (23.99 €; App Store-Link). Umso überraschter bemerkte ich am heutigen Morgen, dass sich mit dem iPhone-Programm ‘Air Video’ (2.39 €; App Store-Link) Filmdateien problemlos über das UMTS-Netz streamen lassen. Die als ‘experimentell’ deklarierte Funktion der Desktop-Anwendung funktionierte in mehreren Testläufen einwandfrei. Wie bereits im iPhoneBlog-Review vom 05.Mai ’09 ausführlich beschrieben, benötigt es sowohl das (kostenfreie) Desktop-Programm sowie die 1MB-große iPhone-Anwendung. Mit der Hilfe vom mobilen Gerät lassen sich FFmpeg-Videokonvertierungen anstoßen und bereits nach wenigen Sekunden auf dem kleinen Bildschirm abspielen. Die Qualität ist dabei ganz hervorragend; es lässt sich sogar an bestimmte Stelle im Video springen und obendrein läuft die Desktop-Anwendung auf allen Read More
By Rene Ritchie, Friday, Aug 21, 2009 | SlingPlayer Mobile [$29.99 - iTunes Store] brings a few news features to everyone’s favorite video transporter: Thanks to AT&T’s targeted terms of service, however, which specifically forbids SlingPlayer over 3G, you’re still constrained to Wi-Fi (as is everyone on every other network outside AT&T, though Sling has apparently submitted a 3G version for App Stores outside the US — no word on it from Apple yet, however). If you give the update a go, let us know how it works for you. [Thanks Robert for the tip!] Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile 1.1 Now in App Store
Calendar16 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 02:00:29 UTC +00:00
Version 1.1 of SlingPlayer Mobile was just approved by Apple and is now available in the App Store. the update does contain some new features (see list below) but still does not allow the app to work on 3G. The developers have submitted a version of the app that does allow it to work on 3G however, they have not heard back from Apple on that version of the app yet. See THIS post for a full review of the SlingPlayer Mobile application. New Features: - Full 16×9 widescreen support (Slingbox SOLO, PRO and PRO-HD only) - DISH Remote Access integration (DISH Network users only) - Faster start and channel change - Improved remote control interface Read More
Earlier in the month we reported that SlingPlayer Mobile for the iPhone and iPod touch would be receiving its very first update.  That update has officially made it through Apple’s approval process and is now available in the App Store. SlingPlayer Mobile v1.1 now includes full 16×9 widescreen support (Slingbox Solo, Pro, Pro-HD only), faster launch speeds and channel changing, an improved remote control interface, and integrated DISH Remote Access for users with DISH Network Satellite TV. We have also been informed that there was a little confusion regarding 3G support for the rest of the world.  It was initially reported by Boy Genius Report that Sling Media had submitted a different build of the app that would allow now-U.S. users to access content over 3G.  Apparently that wasn’t exactly true.  According to Sling Media, that update was already submitted, but as a different version.  Sling Media has yet to hear Read More
I apologize for dropping off the face of the Earth on Hidden Gems the last couple weeks, but now I’m back, and have some great apps to share! This app premiered for free and then quickly jumped up to 99 cents. It was a steal at free and in my opinion worth a dollar. It’s the perfect example of an app not possible pre-OS 3.0. Face The Music lets you play any of the music from your music library and then share what you’re listening to on Twitter or Facebook. It works very well and plays the music from the iPod on your iPhone or iPod Touch, so even if you close the app, it keeps playing. Likewise, if you play a song using the iPod and want to share it, just pop over to Face The Music and you’re ready to share. There are other services that are similar to Read More
Sling Media’s SlingPlayer Mobile kind of disappeared from the limelight after the controversy surrounding the lack of 3G and EDGE support died down.  Now SlingPlayer Mobile is set to receive its first update since that whole fiasco, but will it be enough to warrant a second look? According to jkOnTheRun, SlingPlayer Mobile v1.1 will include true 16×9 widescreen support, an improved remote control interface,  faster speeds during channel changing, faster remote control response, and integrated DISH Remote Access for users with DISH Network Satellite TV. Just so you don’t get too excited, the update will maintain the usual Wi-Fi only access, at least here in the U.S.  Boy Genius Report has reported that  Sling Media has submitted a version of the app specifically designed for outside of the U.S. that includes 3G support.  Feel free to blame AT&T for that nugget. There’s no telling when the app update will be released, but Read More
App Store News Round-up for August 11th
Calendar16 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 19:12:02 UTC +00:00
By Jeff Scott on August 11th, 2009 Today we complain about Duke Nukem 3D controls, look at the beautiful update to Galcon, look at eTextbooks, eCheck Deposits, and complain about AT&T again. Sure, Apple is dead to Jason Calacanis but we think the old rainbow fruit might still have a little life left in her — therefore, here’s the latest iPhone app store news. Duke Nukem 3D Duke Nukem 3D is awesome and disappointing. Today, Richard takes a look at Duke Nukem 3D. He’s a lot more generous with the app than I think I would have been. Such is the way with reviews. While it’s amazingly cool to see Duke on the iPhone screen, that excitement was greatly diminished once I started to play it. The controls are just awful. To me they just show a complete lack of understanding of the platform. Something you’d expect to see of an Read More
Livestation Brings Live TV to the iPhone
Calendar16 Thu, 06 Aug 2009 14:43:26 UTC +00:00
Content delivery network Akamai announced today that their partner and live TV provider Livestation has officially launched its streaming video solution which allows any broadcaster to deliver live TV to the iPhone. To demonstrate the capabilities of this technology, Livestation has also launched two applications which stream live TV news over both 3G and Wi-Fi connections. Other broadcasters that choose to build mobile applications with the company's new white label turn-key solution can have an app branded and then sold in the iTunes App Store as the broadcaster's own. Livestation quietly launched their first mobile application streaming live content over a month ago with the release of BBC World News, which debuted in June 2009. This iPhone application delivers live TV news to viewers in 16 European countries but is sadly not available in the US as of yet. European viewers can watch the news over two types of streams provided Read More
There are at least 27 Netflix related iPhone apps according to Macworld. Their purposes differ but most of them are designed to let you manage your movie queue. A new player is about to enter the arena: Netflix itself, who intends to bring "Watch Instantly" video streaming to the iPhone/iPod touch and the Nintendo Wii. At present Netflix streams over 12,000 movies and TV shows over a large variety of devices including Intel-based Macs. Todd Spangler of Mutichannel.com speculates, and I agree with him totally, that when released, streaming will be limited to Wi-Fi only. This is not because there's any technical reason not to stream over the AT&T 3G network, but like the SlingPlayer Mobile app, streaming will probably be hobbled to prevent massive data overloading of the AT&T network. This being the case, I wonder why Apple/AT&T allowed streaming of full baseball games using the MLB.com At Bat 2009 Read More
AT&T iPhone customers: tethering is coming, for a price
Calendar16 Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:00:00 UTC +00:00
Citing an exclusive source from within AT&T, appmodo reports that "tethering support is coming later this summer" is AT&T-speak for "tethering support is coming at the end of July." It won't be coming cheaply, however; appmodo's source says a tethering option will cost AT&T customers a whopping $55 a month. While this is cheaper than the $70 rumor that's been making the rounds, it still strikes me as ridiculous that AT&T is charging additional money for this option in the first place. Considering their "unlimited" data plan is reportedly only unlimited until you reach 5 GB or so in any given month, it seems preposterous for AT&T to charge their customers an extra fee to use the iPhone to access the internet via tethering. But, since AT&T's wrangling caused Skype to be restricted to WiFi only and SlingPlayer Mobile to be almost totally crippled compared to the same software on different Read More
How to make SlingPlayer Mobile work over 3G
Calendar16 Wed, 20 May 2009 21:01:00 UTC +00:00
It's bad enough that Sling Media charges $29.99 for its SlingPlayer Mobile app (which you can see demonstrated in the video at right), but limiting it to Wi-Fi connections? That's downright criminal. Fortunately, the gadget gurus over at Gizmodo have documented a way to stream SlingPlayer video across 3G connections, thereby overcoming one of the app's major annoyances. (Now if they could just talk Sling Media into a reasonable price tag. Like, say, $5.99.) As you might expect, there's a catch: You have to jailbreak your iPhone. It's not hard to do, particularly if you follow Gizmodo's iPhone jailbreaking guide, but it's definitely a do-at-your-own-risk procedure. (Fortunately, you can undo it if the need ever arises, like for support or warranty service from Apple.) Once you've completed that step, all that's left is to install an app called Tricker Three3G. After that, SlingPlayer will always think it's running on Wi-Fi, even Read More
As a former SlingPlayer user on my Windows Mobile Samsung i730 and i760, I was anxiously awaiting the release of the live television streaming application for the iPhone. For nearly a year now, I have been without the live feed of my Slingbox (recently upgraded to a SB Solo due to a change in cable service) on my mobile phone. There have been a few wedding receptions, baby showers, and dull meetings where I could have benefited from catching some live sports coverage on my iPhone. After months of rumors leading up to the eventual release in the App Store this past Wednesday, the moment has finally arrived. Thanks to Brooke and the folks at Sling Media, I got a chance to play with the pricey app on my iPhone. Now, let’s get this out there right away: SlingPlayer only works on WiFi. No 3G, no EDGE, only WiFi. You can Read More
Readers talk about Sling Player Mobile for iPhone
Calendar16 Mon, 18 May 2009 14:00:00 UTC +00:00
Chicago native, Lamorne Morris, who plays Winston on Fox's 'New Girl' says he often breaks... RedEye's Tracy Swartz has a couple ways to improve the payment system to be unveiled in 2014. Bears star's latest heroics should finally prove he is not soft and that haters are pathetic. Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile for the iPhone has been discussed and dissected more than any other application at the App Store in recent memory, and for good reason.  SlingPlayer Mobile for the iPhone was in development for what seemed like an eternity, Sling Media then announced that the application would only support new models of their popular Slingbox, only to go back on that statement and tie in limited support for legacy devices, and finally the application got stuck in App Store limbo due to its use of 3G, which had to be removed before it could be released only a few days ago.  With all of this attention, one would expect the application to sell well, but at the high price of $29.99, how well could it really do? To answer that question, surprisingly well.  The application launched on May 13th at the App Store at the price of $29.99.  SlingPlayer Mobile Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile Appears in AppStore
Calendar16 Sat, 16 May 2009 00:00:08 UTC +00:00
May 15 iPhone News   4:00 pm      (0) Comments On Wednesday, after what seemed to be forever in the techworld, Sling Media’s SlingPlayer  appeared in the iTunes AppStore.  And, although the hotly anticipated app does allows users to watch TV over the internet, it does come at a heavy cost to the network and the wallet. First off, before we go into details on what exactly this application will allow you to do, let’s discuss some of the caveats of this long-awaited application. The BIGGEST limitation of this application stems from the fact that it can only be used on a WiFI network…In other words, you won’t be able to access your slingbox from the EDGE or 3G network. This really really unusual because AT&T allows other smartphones (ie. Blackberry, WinMo) to have this functionality. AT&T is claiming that the iPhone is different from other smartphones because it is like a Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile
Calendar16 Fri, 15 May 2009 01:23:17 UTC +00:00
...Connection: SlingPlayer for the iPhone requires Wi-Fi connection. 3G support might be added down the line apparently pending agreements w... Read More
AT&T Crippled SlingPlayer To Kill Competition?
Calendar16 Thu, 14 May 2009 21:12:38 UTC +00:00
We already know that AT&T prevented Apple from approving SlingPlayer before and was the main culprit in restricting it to Wi-Fi ONLY. Their recent statement proclaims the restrictions to be a modest way to prevent the network from collapsing. Well, most people trust them because of obvious reasons, but it seems to be the incomplete truth! As per a tipster, AT&T's been working on it's OWN application named "i-verse" that performs similar task as SlingPlayer. This app works with their U-verse TV solution (like slingbox) and loads the "DVRed" shows onto your iPhone at home or stream them over internet on 3G network! The app has already been demoed privately last year and since then, AT&T's into developing it. Currently SlingPlayer is the #9 app on the US AppStore even though it is Wi-Fi only, imagine what wonders would a 3G version do! Of course there are alternatives for people with Read More
05.14.09        App Score: 7/10    The long-awaited  for Sling Media’s SOLO, PRO and PRO-HD TV set-top boxes finally made its grand appearance in the App Store on Wednesday. If you aren’t an owner of one of Sling Media’s set-top boxes, here’s what they do: Plug in your Sling Media black box into your cable or satellite box and you can “sling” your TV programming to your desktop or laptop from anywhere there’s an Internet connection. With Slingmedia’s software installed on your desk or lap machine, you can control your cable or sat box — change channels, pause and do everything else your home remote can do. If you have a DVR, you can record and playback programs from anywhere. There’s no additional monthly fee either. SlingPlayer Mobile came into the world with birthing pains for Slingbox and IPhone/iPod touch owners. The company showed off a beta running on Read More
Tricker ThreeG - Use SlingPlayer Mobile on 3G
Calendar16 Thu, 14 May 2009 16:11:00 UTC +00:00
Tricker ThreeG is a mod that allows the SlingPlayer Mobile application (available via the App Store for $29.99) to work on not only WiFi but also on 3G. It is not very often that I write about an application/mod/hack that I cannot test but, I know that allowing SlingPlayer Mobile to work on 3G is something a lot of people want. If you you own a SB, have purchased the SlingPlay Mobile application and have installed this hack…let us know how it is working for you! It would be pretty sweet if it actually works. The Tricker ThreeG apps also says that it works with Skype and Fring. You can get it via the modmyi source. Read More
First look at SlingPlayer Mobile for iPhone
Calendar16 Wed, 13 May 2009 18:00:00 UTC +00:00
This is a painful review to write, because the SlingPlayer for iPhone had so much potential before AT&T decided to cripple it. One can understand the terror at the thought of a million SlingPlayers draining network bandwidth dry, but in fact, AT&T seems to be violating its own Terms of Service by allowing other smartphones to run SlingPlayer without interference. OK, so how does the SlingPlayer [App Store link] for iPhone/iPod touch work on a WiFi network? Pretty well. The video can be a bit choppy, but it is quite watchable, and basically gives you a full-featured television receiver (or DVD player if you are set up that way) wherever you have an accessible network. Set up is pretty easy and does not require a manual. The only pain point is inputting your unique Sling ID which requires typing long strings of upper case letters followed by numbers. This can be Read More
How To Use SlingPlayer Over 3G
Calendar16 Wed, 13 May 2009 15:17:14 UTC +00:00
Since the release of the SlingPlayer iPhone app in the App Store yesterday, there’s been much noise about AT&T’s restriction that makes the app operational over wifi only. But as usual, the jailbreak community is here to save the day! If you haven’t jailbroken your iPhone yet, here is reason #1,563,982 to do it… Thanks to VoIPover3G, you will now be able to use the SlingPlayer app over 3G and Edge. VoIPover3G can trick any application into thinking that it is on Wifi even though it is on a cellular data connection. You can configure what apps get tricked by adding the app’s bundle identifier to “/Library/MobileSubstrate/DynamicLibraries/VoIPover3G.plist”. In order to use this simple hack, your iPhone must be jailbroken (see quickpwn tutorials) and you must install Mobile Substrate, OpenSSH and VoIPover3G (reboot after install) from Cydia. Assuming you’ve installed these apps and that you know how to SSH into your iPhone, Read More
SlingPlayer Mobile now available for the iPhone
Calendar16 Wed, 13 May 2009 11:01:15 UTC +00:00
After many weeks of anticipation SlingPlayer Mobile for the iPhone has now finally been released. The good news is that despite claims from Sling Media telling us you would need to upgrade your Slingbox to work with the new iPhone app, it will work with older Slingboxes such as the Slingbox Classic although Sling Media will not support these. The bad news is SlingPlayer Mobile currently works on a Wi-Fi connection only. No 3G connections! At $30 the SlingPlayer mobile app is not cheap but on initial testing the quality does look very good on the iPhone’s small 3.5 inch screen. Below is a screenshot from BBC news this morning. One disappointing thing was the image didn’t fill the whole screen. Whether this is because we were connected to a Slingbox Classic we don’t know. Anyone tried this yet with a Slingbox Solo or PRO? Application Description Watch and control your Read More

Reviews

App looks good, AT&T not so much
bigjohn333 3.0 stars Version: 1.0
Further testing required, but so far so good... AT&T, one question for you... How is it perfectly acceptable for me to run Slingplayer off my Samsung Blackjack over 3G but not ok for me to do the same on the iPhone? Same network, same app, double standard.
will work with 3g usb and router but not great
jdub17 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
It's way to much money. Not sure why I spent that much. I guess when you wait that long you just have to see. I used it with my sprint 3g usb and a crandle point. It's not really watchable it stops so much. It would drive you crazy to watch a show that way. Don't spend the money unless you plan to use wifi.
Too expensive, crippled, doesn't work right.
BrianXyZ 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
I had high hopes for this app. For $30, I really expected a lot more.
no 3G support
nikolaos.h 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
$29.99 and no 3G support
Needs 3G!!
3G 4 Sling Please 2.0 stars Version: 1.0
Would be better with 3G support, I hope they can work it out. My 1yr old Slingbox Solo works fine but displays message that its not supported. Glad I do not have to buy new slingbox.
Shame on AT&T AND Sling Media!
giliswhet 2.0 stars Version: 1.0
This is a disgrace.
****** WARNING - DON'T BUY IT ******
Owno 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
This is not even close go mobile ! It only works with WiFi .I can't describe how upset I am with Apple and Sling. That's it for me and the iPhone . Should have heard my friends about this phone. Switching back to my Blackberry... Hopefully can sell this thing on eBay.
No 3G Support = Pathetic
Likuidm5 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
Really - AT&T really screwed us with this one .. After all the waiting, a crippled program for $30 ... I had SlingPlayer Mobile over 3G on my Motorola Q 3 years ago
Could be the best App ever if.....
App111111 2.0 stars Version: 1.0
This has the potential to be the best App of all time. This app is a dream come true for all of us electronic junkies. But why won't it work on 3G? It works on other smart phones using AT&T's 3G, like the Blackberry, why not the iPhone???? This could be the best App of all time, a life changing device.... Please resolve the 3G issue!!!
Best App for iphone!
Michael Roberts 5.0 stars Version: 1.0
My iphone is now complete. Sling and Skype are the two best apps for iphone. Too bad AT&T doesn't get it. I no longer have an incentive to renew my contract with AT&T. Since everything I love about my phone only works on wifi, its time I cancel my contract with AT&T. Now if they had allowed sling to work on their network I would have an incentive to renew my 2 year contract which ends in June. Bravo to Apple, sling, and skype. Sorry for AT&T. They dont understand their customers. Thanks sling for making a fantastic product that people really want!
Incredibly disappointing
Spugh 2.0 stars Version: 1.0
After all these months of waiting and they give us a crippled version of slingplayer. No 3g support. palm, windows mobile and blackberry all have this capability but for the iPhone they chose to screw us. Does not matter if it was AT&T (most likely) or Apple we deserve better from our providers. If AT&T does not have the infrastructure to properly support the iPhone then they should have their exclusivity taken away for breach of contract. As to the app itself it works fine within the limits of being worthless outside of wifi. I bought it almost exclusively just to write this review. They should TELL us when they will fix it. "at this time we do not support 3g" is unacceptable. Will it be when 3.0 us out? Someone should step up.
Rest of world punished by AT&T
Zillion27 2.0 stars Version: 1.0
Why should iPhone users all around the world get the wi-fi limitation imposed by AT&T?? Too bad. Also please create a shortcut for 8 second rewind as that is essential to get timing correct to skip commercials on mobile
Thanks AT&T
SuperbRogue 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
Love the app, hate the restrictions. It's nice that Sling did in fact allow this app to use the older slinboxes even though they aren't officially supported. On the other hand it's very disappointing that AT&T forced Sling to restrict this app to wi-fi only. Hopefully an update will bring 3g functionality in the future.
Overpriced and No 3G Access
jeff_t 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
I knew these limitations existed when I bought the app, but they are still disappointing. The functionality is overpriced since it can't deliver video over 3G. This same type of functionality is available via other iPhone apps over 3G for less $, and SlingPlayer software works on other phones over 3G for the same price.
thanks AT&T
bshigeta 3.0 stars Version: 1.0
we now know the worst feature of the iphone which will NOT be fixed in the next revision, THE CARRIER!
Works VERY well...but no 3g? WTF AT&T???
Whyno3g? 3.0 stars Version: 1.0
Well, the app itself works VERY well so far over Wifi. No lag, and the TV plays extremely fluid; just like watching real TV. Picture is very clear too.
Great app. Need 3G
Cholosoy 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
I like it but come on, it is INCOMPLETO (only wifi)
not a good start but it has a lot of potential
couttolenc 2.0 stars Version: 1.0
no precise control over the video quality (there are only a high or low setting), no precise control over the audio quality (only high or low), only video landscape mode is available, adding favorites is really spooky because you can not input the channel number so if you have a special local channel from your provider (in my case RNEWS from Time Warner Cable) you can not add it to your favorites (but you can added to something called Home channel in this case you have to restart the player). No way to locate your slingbox using ip address, the help feature is not available if you do not have internet connection. You have to have a slingbox account in order tu use the software. Video quality using ipod touch with a 54 Mbps wireless network is not really high quality it looks like something 320 * 240, you can even see how the video compression (something you can not change too) decreases the color quality. Changing the channels using finger up or finger down seems to be very easy, but unpractical since most of your favorite channels are not one after the other so you will have to look for the keypad to input the number. Example if I am watching channel 10 (nbc) and then I want science channel (510) what ? should I sweep my finger over the screen 500 hundred times ?...no you go to the keypad... the app also drains the ipod touch battery, and not to mention that only works in wi-fi not 3G I do not why if the other sling media players for smartphones using the ATT Cell network can use 3G. Finally it is too expensive. Since there is another similar app (orb live) probably sling media should consider to decrease the price... 10 dollars for this app is more than enough...
WIFI only? U have to be kidding...
happiicamper 5.0 stars Version: 1.0
Blackberrys have it for 3g Orb has 3G and edge on iPhone... Why apple????
Almost 100%
Gatsby42 4.0 stars Version: 1.0
While the use and utility of the app are there, the fact that at&t won't allow streaming over their vaunted 3G network is a SERIOUS detraction. Palm, Windows Mobile, BlackBerry and S60 devices can ALL stream over 3G, so it's rather disappointing for them to place such a restriction on the iPhone. Hopefully we'll see the restriction lifted in the future.
Crippled Software
BigD1017 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
No 3G? What a joke.
For 30 bucks- very disappointing!
Mattydredz 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
Ok. Don't get me wrong I love my slingboxHD and use it every day.(even though it still has no HDMI support) I have been waiting forever like everyone else for this app and after paying $300 for my slingbox, I am appalled that they are charging $30 for app that will only help market their slingbox. How much do the other apps cost?? Free? A few bucks? False advertising: On the slingmedia iPhone page, they clearly show the video taking up the FULL screen of the iPhone. The reality is that it is cropped, and letterbox on the HD channels crops even more!!! Come on guys, this is bad if you can't make an app that maximizes the screen. Video quality: Poor to say the least. Tested on my local network. HD vs. Sd? I can't even tell the difference!! What is going on?? Conclusion: The iPhone developers need to fix and update this app asap and consider lowering the price. I was totally excited this morning, but now I feel like I threw 30 bucks out the window. I can't see me even using this, I'll continue lugging my laptop instead.
Disapointed w/ AT&T and the limitation imposed on this app
MacInfoSys.com 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
This app is OVER PRICED for a WIFI only version. I know the limitation is set by AT&T but still no excuse to charge full price when it's options are much more limited than the other platform versions. Also the letterbox display feature needs to be updated to allow for full iPhone screen viewing. Currently a lot of screen real estate is wasted with the black bars on all four sides.
Crippled without 3G
offdwall 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
Apple and ATT crippled what could have been a great app. I've been waiting for this since the iPhone came out but it's not worth the money with only wireless access. Blackberry's can stream from Slingboxes over ATT!
Worthless with only wifi!
WeatherNut 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
The price should have been cut in half because of this! Yes it works but this is complete bullshat! How can slingplayer work on other smartphones over the AT&T 3G network but iPhone users are restricted! Please explain this!
bad deal for just wifi access
btadlock 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
$30 is way too much for just wifi access, other mobile devices can use 3g so why can't iPhone?
Slingbox Finally
Pinoy boy 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
Great interface, except for the lag which is understandable because the laptop is no better. Makes for a good remote forget slingremote app. Picture quality is 4 out of 5 stars as you expect from iPhone. Picture quality and lag happpens when using 3g, again to be expected and acceptable limits. 30 bucks is an expensive app but us slingers are already have almost 175 invested so not to make it fully operational seems a waste.
Shame in you AT&T
archcorrect 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
After months and months of waiting, AT&T has forced this to be a lame app that works only on WiFi. They should really change their labeling of unlimited data plan. Worst ad ever. Loyal 4 years customer until today.
DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY! (It's a worthless app)
App Reviewer 007 1.0 stars Version: 1.0
SlingPlayer Mobile is not worth $30 bucks! I just set it up, on my iPhone and it's lagging like mad, I have a 16GB download and 4GB upload via Comcast, and an Apple Airport Extreme wireless router this SlingPlayer Mobile gets around 4 frames per second! That’s horrible, people were upset with AT&T about not allowing this via 3G I was one of them but this application is not up to par at all. I know why AT&T rejected it form their network, it won't even work with high speed Wi-Fi! I have the fastest connection Comcast offers and this application won't run. I stops, lags and I get pixilation on the screen that flashes around the boarder of the video you're trying to watch.
Slingplayer + Jailbreak = Absolute Heaven
giliswhet 4.0 stars Version: 1.1
AT&T is helping drive people toward jailbreaking their iPhone. Slingplayer with 3G Unrestrictor (which allows you to watch over 3G) is fabulous. The quality is surprisingly great and smooth over 3G.
Slingplayer + Jailbreak = Absolute Heaven
giliswhet 4.0 stars Version: 1.1
AT&T is helping drive people toward jailbreaking their iPhone. Slingplayer with 3G Unrestrictor (which allows you to watch over 3G) is fabulous. The quality is surprisingly great and smooth over 3G. Rather than whining about AT&T's restrictions, just jailbreak your phone, and install 3G Unrestrictor. This app was meant to be used over 3G, and with that feature, it's almost worth the $30.

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