Price range: £105.95
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What is it: Set-top box that lets you remotely watch and control your home TV
What we think: It's not as flexible as the Slingbox Pro, but it's better looking and cheaper, too
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 11 October 2007
Tags: Sling Media, Sling Media Slingbox Solo, broadband, ports, picture quality
We like:
Looks; better picture quality than before
We don't like:
Lacks a Freeview tuner; supports only one source at a time
You might also need:
Sky Digital; Tiscali TV
CNET UK judgement:
The Sling Media Slingbox Solo is fantastic. If you're 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
Full review:
The Sling Media Slingbox Solo is the entry-level alternative to the Slingbox Pro. Like its big brother, it gives you access to whatever's on your home TV via mobile phone or laptop regardless of where you are in the world. It's available now for £179. Continue Reading...
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