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Sling Media Updates Symbian S60 SlingPlayer, Adds Support for New Devices
S60 owners should take notice. Sling Media's been hard at work on a new build of SlingPlayer Mobile for Symbian S60 , which, along with the typical helping of minor fixes and patches, adds support for new handsets like the popular Nokia E71, E71x, and brand new E72. Furthermore, Sling also says they expect this build to play nicely with all 3rd edition Symbian S60 devices, even if they're not on the officially supported list. All 3rd edition users are encouraged to download the 30-day trial to see if it works on their handset. Officially supported list: Nokia N96 Nokia N95 8GB Nokia N95 Nokia N85 Nokia N82 Nokia N79 Nokia N75 Nokia N73 Nokia E75 Nokia E72 Nokia E71x Nokia E71 Nokia E65 Nokia E63 Nokia E52 Nokia 6790 Surge Nokia 6120 5th edition devices won't have any luck with this build, but Sling says they're hard at work... More »
Last Post: November 19, 2009 12:39 PM by BobSling
Sling Unwraps Updates for PC and Mac SlingPlayer
Sling Media may seem to be spending more time on their web-based version of the SlingPlayer software , but it looks like they've also been giving the desktop player a little love as well. New builds are available for both SlingPlayer for PC and SlingPlayer for Mac, taking each iteration up a minor tick. Based on what we've gathered, Sling's not adding the world here. SlingPlayer for PC 2.0.4 and SlingPlayer for Mac 1.0.10 appear mostly to be a maintenance upgrade intended to squash a few bugs in the player and firmware, update the remote control base for Macs, and fix some connectivity problems. The PC player, however, has gotten a few extra goodies that are worth mentioning. For starters, users of specific netbooks (namely certain hardware revs of Dell's Mini 10 for now, like the Dell Mini 1010) may be able to take advantage of a new hardware acceleration... More »
Last Post: November 16, 2009 11:09 AM by Matt Whitlock
THR.com: Slingbox Headed to Middle East, 70% of Customers Use at Home Says Sling
According to a report at THR.com , Sling Media's VP EMEA, Stuart Collingwood, had serveral interesting facts to share. For starters, Sling Media's speard across the European continent continues. Right now, users 15 different countries accross Europe have access to the Slingbox and serveral forms of SlingPlayer, including the iPhone SlingPlayer that went global a few weeks ago . Sling's aspriations don't stop there, however. They're currently planning on spreading into Eastern Europe and the Middle East sometime in the next year, though as of now there's no indication on exactly when in the next year that may happen. Also interesting is some use statistics Collingwood shared. According to him, even though the Slingbox enables remote TV viewing, some 70% of consumers claim they primarily use the Slingbox within the confines of their own home. That, he says, is a number that's increased 40% from the year prior. What we... More »
Last Post: October 8, 2009 9:58 PM by Brandon C
Sling Media Plays Domain Name Switch-A-Roo, Adds Online Setup and Watch Live
If you're in the US, things are looking a bit different over at Sling Media's website this week. Not only has the domain name changed from slingmedia.com to Slingbox.com, but they've given the site a look-and-feel refresh and added several new convenient customer features. Click for Full Screen First, gone is the dark and mysterious "black on dark-gray on black" motif in favor of a lighter, cheerier "red and gray" look similar to the style of their website a few years back (which coincidentally was the inspiration for SlingCommunity's current look). The new look extends from the homepage to the product and support pages, which are now easier to navigate and more informative than ever. Click for Full Screen On the new features front, Sling's taken the wraps off their online setup utility and placed a gigantic button to it off the homepage. This feature has actually been around a... More »
Last Post: October 8, 2009 6:41 PM by thejesus
SlingPlayer Mobile for iPhone in Top 20 Grossing Apps List, Follows iTunes Global Spread
Last week, Apple rolled out localized Apps stores for many new countries around the world. Naturally, SlingPlayer Mobile for iPhone followed suit, which can now be found in the local iTunes store for sixteen additional nations outside the US, Canada, and UK. That list now includes: Australia Austria Belgium Denmark Finland France Germany Ireland Israel Italy Luxembourg Netherlands Norway Spain Sweden Switzerland In case you're wondering how SlingPlayer is doing on the iPhone, as of this writing, it's #20 on the list of all time grossing Apps in iTunes. UPDATE: Full press release below. Sling Media Launches SlingPlayer Mobile Application for iPhone and iPod touch in Europe Apple approves Wi-Fi only version Foster City, California, USA – Sept. 14, 2009 — Sling Media, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS), today announced the availability of the SlingPlayer Mobile Wi-Fi application for iPhone and iPod touch customers across... More »
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EchoStar Showcases SlingLoaded DVRs for European Digital TV Operators at IBC2009
Good news for our European friends coming from IBC2009; EchoStar Europe is showing off a variety of new solutions for TV operators, including a SlingLoaded (like the Dish Network SlingLoaded ViP922 ) solution with integrated Slingbox/SlingCatcher technologies. Full release below: EchoStar Europe Enables Digital TV Convergence at IBC2009 At IBC2009 EchoStar Europe -- (Hall 4, Stand B.54) -- Will Invite Digital TV Operators to Embrace New Technology to Enable the Optimisation of Network Revenues; With a New Range of Hybrid Products Sporting Value-Added Feature-Sets, Such as OTTTV, Home Networking and Place-Shifting, Operators Will See How They Can Meet Consumers' Changing Entertainment Needs Profitably STEETON, UNITED KINGDOM--(September 8, 2009) - EchoStar Europe ( www.echostar-europe.com ), the leading supplier of added-value, connected device solutions to the digital television industry, will showcase multiple solutions at IBC2009 that support consumers' needs for converged entertainment services. Following its re-launch at IBC2008, EchoStar Europe has swiftly... More »
V1.1 of SlingPlayer Mobile for iPhone Hits the App Store - No 3G Streaming for Anyone
The word on the street last week was that Sling was looking to push through an updated version of the popular, yet controversial, iPhone SlingPlayer app through the App Store. Rumor had it v1.1 would offer up enhanced control of Dish Network receivers, full screen support for 16:9 material, and 3G streaming capability for anyone outside of AT&T's US cellular empire. The new SlingPlayer app has just hit the App store, and it turns out all had been true... except for the 3G part apparently. According to our friends over at Engadget , Sling has apparently submitted a 3G version for use outside the US (contrary to what we've heard through the grapevine, but have been unable to verify), but is still held up in Apple's "keep-ya-guessing" approval process. In any event, there's an updated app waiting for you ($30 for new users, free for those running 1.0). Give it... More »
Last Post: August 31, 2009 8:48 AM by rpcb61
Engadget: SlingPlayer Mobile for iPhone 1.1 Coming, Adds 3G Streaming for Non-US Customers
Engadget's Ross Miller reported last night that Sling Media has released an updated iPhone/Touch SlingPlayer to the App Store for approval. According to them, version 1.1 fixes a few annoyances with the 1.0 app (16:9 content will actually stretch to the screen edges rather than having to use the 3GS zoom hack ) and also adds a few things. If we're to believe what we're hearing from those who've obtained the new release from "unofficial" channels, the new player is "more like 2.0 than 1.1." For starters, Dish Network Slingers can now navigate their set-tops using a native touch browser rather than the Slingbox video stream and remote control, giving Dish users a faster and more enjoyable remote experience. The final word is that SlingPlayer Mobile for iPhone 1.1 will allow for 3G streaming to those who are not located inside the United States. There's no guarantee that feature will... More »
Last Post: September 6, 2009 1:14 AM by Lu
Google Voice Rejection Ignites FCC Probe Into AT&T/Apple iPhone Exclusivity Agreement
Earlier this evening, word spread that the Federal Communications Commission is investigating Apple and AT&T regarding the recent rejection of Google's Voice application for the iPhone. At the heart of this investigation is the very nature of the exclusivity agreement between AT&T and Apple, and whether or not that agreement is hurting consumers, limiting choice, and hindering innovation. According to reports, the FCC sent a letter to each of the three involved companies, in which contain all of the tough questions Slingers have been asking since the SlingPlayer app for iPhone was apparently stripped of any ability to use AT&T's 3G network in order to be approved. Here are just a few of the tough questions being asked: Does AT&T play a hand in which apps ultimately get approved? Does Apple and AT&T have standing contracts or agreements in regards to what apps can use the AT&T 3G network? What... More »
Last Post: August 24, 2009 2:49 PM by Boseman
Sling Media Releases SlingPlayer Mobile for BlackBerry 1.0.0.11 (Updated)
Slingers with compatible BlackBerry models are being treated to an upgrade today, as SlingPlayer Mobile for BlackBerry 1.0.0.11 just hit the scene. You can download it directly from Sling Media's website, or accept the auto-upgrade prompt the next time you log in. Like most minor upgrades, there are no new major features or functions compared to 1.0.02, but Sling has given the mobil BlackBerry player some touching up in the visuals department. The UI has gotten some work all the way around in the icons department, and you'll definitley see some clearer up, down, left, right arrows. There's also some good news for those with wide-screen format BlackBerry devices like the Bold or 8900. 1.0.0.11 includes better 16:9 support when true widescreen material is being received. Sling is reminding legacy Slingbox owners (Classic, Tuner, and AV) that their Slingboxes will no longer be officially supported on this and future BlackBerry... More »
Last Post: November 14, 2009 10:19 PM by jp-phc-pxx
EchoStar Details Third-Party Licensing Plan for SlingLoaded Technology
EchoStar already alluded to licensing out SlingLoaded technology during their debut at CES , but today marks the first time EchoStar has offered up detailed plans to anyone looking to design products around EchoStar/Sling Media's solution. Until today, EchoStar's SlingLoaded technology has been kept in-house, offering up the EchoStar 922 to Dish Network and recently announcing a Tru2way set-top for cable. Licensing SlingLoaded would allow third-party manufacturers to integrate Sling technology into set top boxes, TVs, and other media devices, not to mention further EchoStar's desire to make "place-shifting as common as DVRs," according to an EchoStar spokesperson. No licensees have yet been named, but word is EchoStar is going after some of the largest set-top manufacturers in the cable biz, namely like Motorola, Cisco, and Pace. What impact this would have on the continuation of retail boxes is unclear, but we foresee ongoing interest in standalone Slingboxes at retail... More »
Last Post: July 30, 2009 12:45 AM by MegaZone
Mobility Today: How To Zoom for a Better iSling Experience (on the 3GS)
No one will argue the iPhone SlingPlayer's short history has already been filled with more drama than your mom's soaps, but if you're still steamed about "real" 16:9 support when Slinging TV to your iPhone, there's at least one thing you can do if you're running Apple's latest and greatest 3GS. Urprey over at Mobility Today has posted up a simple workaround that allows you to use the new zoom mode to ease the image in just enough to rid yourself of black-bar outrage once and for all. Before After Read the how to at Mobility Today More »
Last Post: July 28, 2009 5:57 PM by Nick Thomas
Sling Media Releases SlingPlayer for Mac OS X 1.0.9
Sling Media may be pushing the new web-based SlingPlayer for Mac a lot these days, but it doesn't appear they've completely abandonded the stand-alone desktop client either. SlingPlayer for Mac OS X 1.0.9 has just been released and is now available for download at Sling Media's website. We don't have any official word as to what's included here since the noted release highlights are identical to those for the 1.0.8 release last month , but we do know this version contains the latest firmware builds for the PRO-HD, SOLO, and Pro, as well as a few unspecified fixes. We'll update this entry if we're able to get our hands on any additional information on this new release. Download SlingPlayer for Mac OS X 1.0.9 Now More »
Last Post: July 15, 2009 6:12 AM by Doug K
The Register: Baseball, Yes. Sling Media, No. - AT&T Playing iPhone Streaming Favorites
AT&T has been facing some harsh criticism over their continued push to disallow placeshifting to the iPhone over their 3G network , going so far as modifying their Terms of Use ( twice ) to specifically ban the practice. Yet, not even a month later, Apple gives the MLB "At Bat 2009" app for iPhone free reign over the 3G network, letting iPhone users stream Baseball games to their handsets. Rik Myslewski' recent post to The Register goes one step further, indicating that AT&T is playing favorites when it comes to who gets to use the 3G network for streaming video. What's worse, thanks to AT&T's exclusivity agreement for the iPhone, it looks like they're pretty well protected says Rik. Read the full article at The Register What do you think about AT&T playing favorites? Should the MLB streaming app also be denied 3G access? More »
Last Post: July 8, 2009 5:32 PM by Gary3
Web Based SlingPlayer for Mac Public Beta Released
Sling Media first talked about their OS X web player for Sling.com back at CES , which was poised to bring HD streaming and other 2.0 features to Mac owners. Their lofty goal of Q1 has come and gone, but Sling has finally opened up their efforts to OS X users in what they're calling a "sneak peek" of the OS X Web Player Plugin. It's available for download now at Sling.com. According to the company, the Web Based SlingPlayer for Mac is beta software lacking features and functionality that will be present in the final product. However, that doesn't mean there isn't anything new for Mac owners. In fact, the web player beta delivers the core functionality Mac based Slingers have been hoping fo, like HD streaming, live pause, Sling Accounts, and the program guide. As beta software, there are still several missing features and limitations that Slingers should... More »
Last Post: June 24, 2009 1:33 PM by thejesus
Updated: Sling Media Lets Loose SlingCatcher, SlingProjector May Update
If you happen to be a fan of new upgrades and enhancements, then we'd say it's a pretty good day to be a SlingCatcher owner. Sling Media's quietly released a solid duo of upgrades, a firmware update for the SlingCatcher and a new version of SlingProjector. According to the release notes, here's what the May Update brings: SlingCatcher firmware: Better handling of more types of files: Improved handling of MJPG codecs ( My Media ) Support for MP4 files that previously would not play ( My Media ) Faster and more reliable Fast Forward and Rewind in AVI files ( My Media ) Enhanced QVGA resolution video quality ( SlingPlayer for TV ) A variety of enhancements that improve the stability and performance SlingProjector: Now localized for French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Dutch languages Better, more reliable streaming It's certainly not as significant as the upgrade they put out in... More »
Last Post: June 24, 2009 12:27 PM by Schnitty
SlingPlayer Mobile Headed to Palm Pre?
The boys over at Engadget happened to be peering through a a Sprint-sourced page out of a Pre slide deck, and caught Sling Media's name in a section titled "Showcase Apps." We haven't gotten any wind of a Pre app already in development, but perhaps the cool cats over at Sling HQ are getting pretty good at keeping secrets these days. Of course, it's also just as likely this slide may just mean that the Palm Pre can handle 'showcase apps' like SlingPlayer should Sling decide to create a SlingPlayer App for it. We won't know for sure until Sling gives up anything concrete, but what we can tell you is that for a phone that isn't even out yet, there's already some pretty strong demand for a Pre SlingPlayer. It's (as of this writing) currently winning our " Where should Sling go next poll ." [Via Engadget ] More »
Last Post: November 3, 2009 8:11 AM by beerhead500
Vanna White Loves Her Slingbox, SlingPlayer Mobile for iPhone
While we don't typically report on celebrity gossip here at SlingCommunity, we're fairly certain now that at least some of you are pretty darn excited Vanna White, long time co-host of the popular game show Wheel of Fortune, mentioned her love of all things Slingbox during an interview at a shopping mall event seeking Wheel of Fortune contestants. We've received over a dozen direct tweets and tip submissions on this story since it appeared on Engadget last weekend. Vanna's apparently quite the "girl geek," and specifically called out Slingbox and the new SlingPlayer app for iPhone when confronted about her gadget passions. She didn't seem particularly upset that it's Wi-Fi only , and from her perspective, probably thinks the iPhone Player is a good deal compared to the cost of a vowel on her show. Of course, any time we hear about a new celebrity Slinger, we have to wonder... More »
Last Post: May 29, 2009 1:19 PM by Ken Westmoreland
SlingPlayer for PC 2.0.3 Live, Officially Brings SlingPlayer 2.0 to the EU
Hot on the heels of Sling Media's iPhone SlingPlayer comes a new build for desktop PCs. SlingPlayer for PC 2.0.3.508 includes some various bug fixes, but doesn't add in loads of new changes from a feature perspective shy of the hybrid-tuning support on the PRO-HD (catching it up to the Mac player that was released last week). While it may not be exciting to US customers, those across the pond will have a different perspective. SlingPlayer 2.0.508 includes localization for the EU (French, Spanish, Italian, and German) making this the official debut of SlingPlayer 2.0 in Europe. Until now, our friends overseas were still on the bufferless, less feature packed 1.x version of SlingPlayer. Download SlingPlayer for PC 2.0.508 More »
Last Post: August 5, 2009 6:56 PM by callyjim
Engadget: AT&T issues official statement on SlingPlayer's 3G blackout for iPhone
One can only imagine the intense outpouring of hatred AT&T must have received from customers immediately following the announcement that the iPhone SlingPlayer will be not be able to stream video using AT&T's data network . While it hasn't exactly been declared by anyone that AT&T is to blame for the apparent lack of 3G support, they are the only one with something to gain by a Wi-Fi only SlingPlayer. It doesn't take much to come to this conclusion. Our friends at Engadget have managed to squeeze a statement out of AT&T regarding the 3G blackout: "Slingbox, which would use large amounts of wireless network capacity, could create congestion and potentially prevent other customers from using the network. The application does not run on our 3G wireless network. Applications like this, which redirect a TV signal to a personal computer, are specifically prohibited under our terms of service. We consider... More »
Last Post: May 29, 2009 6:23 PM by Ilovetv
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