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
(82%)
25 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
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...
HD-compatible. Impressive video quality. Easy to use and cheaper than the Pro
Lacks flexibility. No Freeview tuner
Ease of use and impressive quality makes this the choice for people who want their favourite TV anywhere in the world, but don’t want to pay the earth for it ...
As a way of enjoying your HD content around the home, the Slingbox Solo may be the best value and simplest choice. Rosemary Haworth Lowest online price: ££118.99 ...
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...
Ability to watch your telly around the world, relatively simple to set up
Only connect one device, no Freeview tuner built-in, we did have networking issues
Compared to the PRO and the offering is considerably cut down, if all you are looking to do it connect it to your Freeview or Sky box then this will do nicely
Lacks a Freeview tuner; supports only one source at a time
The Sling Media Slingbox Solo is fantastic. If youre not bothered by the fact it only supports one source at a time, and lacks a TV tuner, the Solo is the best way to control and watch your TV on a laptop or mobile phone ...
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...
