When will this be available for download?
SlingPlayer 2.0 Video Demonstration - 2008 International CES
Categories: News, Rumors and Gossip Slingbox PC Clip+Sling and Online Video
Since June of 2005, SlingPlayer has carried the 1.n moniker, but after an initial slew of major upgrades, the software hasn't received any "major" consumer facing revisions since the move to 1.4 some time ago. Now at 1.5, it looks like the next major overhaul, expected sometime early this year, is going to bring a significant number of upgrades, including an integrated EPG, Clip+Sling, 60 minute buffer to pause and rewind streams, and more - enough to move that version number from 1.5 to 2.0.
Sling Media's Dave Zatz was kind enough to secure a private location during the show to give the SlingCommunity a full preview of some of the things SlingPlayer 2.0 has to offer. Click the play button below to view.
What do you think of SlingPlayer 2.0? Share your thoughts by posting your comments below.
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January 21, 2008 2:25 AM
looks good, I have'nt anything bad to say about the products except ... Let's get them out there.
Is there any signal enhancement features like a distribution amplifier?
Slingbox Pro HD Component - Everex XT5300 440HDD,nVida GT8600m GS Video,4 Gigs RAM, Directv HD-DVR HR20,Toshiba Cable Modem, Linksys router @54Mps.
February 1, 2008 4:06 PM
Maybe it's a stupid question, but how does the 60 minute buffer work if I am streaming my content from a dvr? Do I just put the slingplayer on pause for an hour and let it build up the buffer? I would be willing to do that some of the time if it would get rid of the stuttering I currently get but I am not sure I would be that patient if I just wanted to flip through some programs to see what is on...
February 12, 2008 8:05 PM
It would be great if there were a linux client. If support is a concern, just keep it in an eternal beta with no support. Closed source, I don't care.
February 13, 2008 4:29 AM
Yeah, here's a question: When the hell is it finally going to be released?
February 13, 2008 8:26 AM
The 60-minute buffer is a KILLER feature and this needs to be released YESTERDAY!!
February 24, 2008 12:48 PM
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April 2, 2008 12:37 PM
There is a totally free Slingbox player and recorder already at mReplay. You can watch, control, record, edit and share your Slingbox.... all from a browser.
My favorite function is the "back in time" recording... where if you see something cool, you can click the 30 or 60 second buttons and save the last 30 or 60 seconds of video... it's been great during the NCAA Sweet Sixteen.
It's very light weight and getting better every week.
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