Typical price: £70
What is it: Bluetooth-enabled iPod speaker system
What we think: Nicely priced, but the lack of a battery option makes it only suitable for indoors
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 Gear4 HouseParty Blu |
 Sling Media Slingbox Pro |
 Sling Media Slingbox |
 Sling Media Slingbox Solo |
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| Review date | 19 Jun 07 | 1 Oct 07 | 1 Jun 06 | 11 Oct 07 |
| Editor's rating |
6.7
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9.1
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9.1
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9.1
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| Price range | £70 | |||
| Review summary | A good enough system for a bedroom if you've got an iPod and a Bluetooth-enabled phone, but the lack of a battery-operated option makes it redundant on camping trips. It's well priced though, and if you need your morning blast of music, it'll suit you just fine Read full review |
The Slingbox Pro is awesome. If you're looking for a way to enjoy what's on your home TV regardless of your physical whereabouts, it simply cannot be beaten. Read full review |
Historically, telly buffs have had to actually sit in front of their home TV to watch it. The Slingbox changes that, allowing you not only to control your TV from a remote location, but also to watch it anywhere at any time. It serves its purpose perfectly and can be recommended without a moment's hesitation Read full review |
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 Read full review |
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