Testseek.com have collected 40 expert reviews of the Sling Media Slingbox Pro-HD and the average rating is 74%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sling Media Slingbox Pro-HD.
October 2008
(74%)
40 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
There’s no HDMI input, the web interface can be slow and we wish it had wireless networking, but it’s still an easy way to stream video content over the internet. ...
I’m going to put it out there and say that I love the idea of the Slingbox. However, is it worth the £200 for the sake of throwing the ‘HD’ on the end? No, considering there are so many faults in the implementation of HD streaming whether they be the f...
The original Slingbox was created to allow its inventor to watch has favourite TV shows while he was travelling. The Pro-HD still lets you do that, but without Freeview HD the new box is no better to use than the £50 cheaper Pro, though at least all t...
No HDMI, no WiFi, always the issue of IR compatibility
Sky HD subscribers away from home a lot could appreciate its potential - but keep the receipt in case set up doesn't quite go to plan13 Pages12345678910111213 ShareThe Slingbox Pro-HD has been a long time coming. It’s Sling Media’s first new consume...
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Published: 2008-09-30, Author: John , review by: CNET.co.uk
Variety of devices compatible with it; easy-to-use software and setup; controls almost all cable and satellite boxes and DVRs; good video quality via the Internet
No built-in wireless networking support; monopolises most AV sources during viewing; best video quality requires ample bandwidth and muscular PC
The Sling Media Pro-HD streams live TV to your PC or smart phone very well -- but for most users, its excellent HD-capable picture quality will be diminished when accessed outside of the home network. Also, its numerous features will probably be overk...
We would consider getting a Slingbox Pro HD if we were confident of having access to reliable, high-bandwidth broadband in places where we expected to watch remotely - and if we didnt insist on flawless performance. Otherwise, the Slingbox Pro HDs p...
Video streaming is largely stutter free, Quality of streamed video is very good, No monthly subscription charges, Good compatibility with a large number of devices, Works with Windows and Mac via web browser, Mobile app for iOS, Android and Windows Phone
Slightly complicated to set up the first time, via the online account, No HDMI input, You need to buy the mobile apps
The Slingbox PRO-HD is meant for a very specific user or rather a user with a very specific need. And it does its job pretty effectively. The setup may be a little complicated for some users, but then again, once that one time process is done and duste...
