Slingbox SOLO

Friday, March 23, 2012

Can’t Stop Me

Today, we the infamous Department of Minor Annoyances chose Todd Mullins to be our victim.

Todd had to travel for work, making him a rather easy target. After all, if business travel isn’t filled with countless minor frustrations, people may begin to grow suspicious.

We opened the day with the usual kinds of stuff. First, we made it so that it took Todd just a bit longer than usual to find his car keys, which meant he had to rush. In this state, it was natural for him not to see the puddle in his driveway, step in it, and thus be forced to fly two hours WITH SOGGY SHOES!

MUWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

But that wasn’t all. When he arrived at his hotel, we made it so he had to wait behind a woman who had SEVERAL QUESTIONS! All in all, her conversation with the clerk took no more than nine minutes, but that was just enough time for someone to purchase the last grape soda in the vending machine, a soda that Todd wanted. And worst of all, THE VENDING MACHINE REFUSED TO GIVE BACK HIS CHANGE!

MUWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

Now, we are the end of our day – the (minor) grand finale! You see, Todd is about to find out that this hotel doesn’t get AMC, the network that shows The Walking Dead, his favorite show! Watch as the disappointment spread across his face as he flips through!

MUWAHAHA–

Wait, what’s this? He’s taking out his laptop? Why is he doing that? It couldn’t possibly be because he has… Oh my! IT IS! Todd has a Slingbox SOLO, the device that streams standard-definition content to a computer, phone, or any one of over 10,000 devices via the internet! Why, he can even change channels, pause, fast forward, rewind, and set up DVR recordings with the on-screen virtual remote!

Oh this is not good! Not good at all! Look at that smile, that face full of relief! IT IS A SIGN THAT WE HAVE FAILED AND MAY NEVER RECOVER!!!

Authorized for SquareTrade Extended Warranty

Warranty: 90 Day Sling Media

Condition: Refurbished

Features:

• View and control live or recorded TV from any computer, tablet, smartphone, or other connected devices (see below for list of compatible hardware and software)
• Streams high-definition (HD) down-converted to standard-definition (SD) or SD content to a computer or mobile phone over the Internet, from anywhere in the world
• View your TV programming schedule with the electronic program guide (EPG)
• Change channels, pause, fast forward, or rewind, and set up DVR recordings with the on-screen virtual remote control
• Easily connects to practically any standard or high definition home theater device – including DVR, digital cable set-top box, satellite receiver or home security camera
• Supports over 10,000 popular devices and models
• SlingPlayer Mobile software allows you to watch and control your TV and all of its programming on your compatible mobile phone
• SlingStream video technology ensures the clearest picture possible at any given location
• iPhone and iPad SlingPlayer Mobile software support Airplay to AppleTV (2nd generation) and other Airplay compatible receivers

Compatible Hardware and Software

• Windows and Mac support – access your Slingbox via a high-speed Internet-connected Windows or Mac laptop or desktop
• iPad, Android, and Kindle Fire Tablet support – access your Slingbox via cellular data network (3G/4G) or wifi (tablet accessibility requires additional download purchase)
• iPhone, Android, Windows Phone 7, and many other legacy phone support – access your Slingbox over cellular data network (3G/4G) or wifi (smartphone accessibility requires additional download purchase)
• Boxee Box, GoogleTV, and Facebook player support – access your Slingbox via a high-speed Internet-connection

Additional Photos:

• Connections
• Package Contents

Specifications:

Recommended Network Bandwidth:

• SD Streaming: 600Kbps or higher
• Mobile Streaming: 150Kbps or higher

Minimum PC Requirements:

• SD Streaming: Pentium 4 class or equivalent with 256MB RAM
• Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 with latest updates
• Browser Support: Internet Explorer Version 7 or higher, Firefox Version 3 or higher

Minimum Mac Requirements:

• SD Streaming: Intel-based Mac with 2GB or RAM
• Operating System: Mac OS 10.5.7 (Leopard) or later
• Browser Support: Firefox Version 3 or higher, Safari Version 4 or higher

Supported Audio and Video Sources (Any of the following):

• Basic Cable TV Set-top Box
• Digital Cable Set-top Box
• Digital Video Recorder (DVR) such as TiVo, Comcast, ReplayTV, DISH or one provided by your cable/satellite provider
• DVD Player/Recorder
• HD component input support with resolution up to 1080i (down-converted for streaming)
• Satellite Receiver such as DirecTV or Dish
• Video/Security Camera
• Apple TV (1st Generation)
• Windows Media Center

In the box:

• Slingbox SOLO
• Composite A/V Cable
• Remote Control IR Cable
• Ethernet Cable
• Power Adapter

Woot! – One Day, One Deal