SlingPlayer for Windows

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Key Details of SlingPlayer

Customize TV on your computer according to your preferences to make watching an enjoyment.
Last updated on February 26, 2016
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Developer’s Description

Customize TV on your computer according to your preferences to make watching an enjoyment.

SlingPlayer takes full advantage of the cutting-edge engineering inside the Slingbox. The software works hand-in-hand with the hardware inside your Slingbox to make taking your television along with you easy. Better yet, the SlingPlayer encompasses several innovative features to bring your entire living room experience to your desktop. Finally you can watch and control your television wherever you are.

SlingPlayer for Windows

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: October 22, 2009

Latest update: February 26, 2016

Version: 2.0.3508

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows Vista
Windows XP
Windows 10
Windows 2000

Additional Requirements: Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Slingbox

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 159,401

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

3/5

23 User Votes

Plugin Crashes a lot!!!
hefesheppardJuly 19, 2015
Pros
Great when it works, but it rarely works as it's supposed to.
Cons
I used to use this to watch TV online all the time. Then all of the sudden it kept crashing. It states that the Sling Player plugin is at fault. Slingbox does not have a Troubleshooting tip on this problem. So I've tried updating my computer, plugins, etc and nothing. It will work every once in a while but 10% of the time isn't worth it.
Summary
I would recommend not purchasing a Slingbox. Most cable companies have services that allow you to watch TV online. If Slingbox had no issues I would say purchase it because it's great. But it definitely has several issues and it will only frustrate you if you purchase one.
Works great with SlingBox HD
wtarchalaNovember 19, 2012
Pros
Works great with Slingbox HD and Vista 64-bit.
Cons
Unfortunately, it comes with some malware embedded to CNET downloader. To be precise, cbsidlm-tr1_8-SlingPlayer-SEO2-10573277.exe file has coupon companion.exe embedded that can mess up your system badly. Luckily, my Norton blocked it. w.t. @ http://tarchala.net
Summary
So far I have'nt used slingplayer
terrys01November 14, 2011
Pros
At this time I cannot leave any feedback
Cons
As of this time I cannot leave feedback
Summary
As of this point in time I cannot leave any feedback sine I have'nt used it yet
Quite good
LillaBillyOctober 12, 2011
Pros
Found the program to be good thus far but have not tried it on the road yet.
Cons
No cons about the program just with the new download site
Summary
Unhappy with the DOWNLOAD 15 YEAR NEW SITE...Hate the download feature as well
the download did not work
MaryktJune 13, 2011
Pros
did not work
Cons
did not work unable to unzip
Summary
sometimes something doesn't work. that's ok, at least there was something I could try to get my slingbox to work with firefox 4.0. Unfortunately my new computer was unable to open file
Sling is a Ripoff
ComotoesApril 4, 2011
Pros
It worked great for a few months after I bought the "Tuner" model - that is, until I downloaded their "update" and they quit providing free service.
Cons
My Slingbox Tuner hasn't worked for years - since the first time I downloaded their "update" after they stopped providing free technical service. I think they're a scam that just keeps you throwing $$ at them to keep their product functional.
Summary
Stay away unless you plan to give them $30/yr for their "service".
Haven't used it yet
chardcoleMarch 1, 2011
Pros
Don't know yet
Cons
Don't know
Summary
don't have a slingbox either
ro5stringOctober 20, 2010
Pros
don't know
Cons
can't download new windows player even though it came installed on computer.
Summary
don't have a slingbox, so don't know how useful it is as i can't use it even though it came packaged on computer
Excellent product!
kckopscoSeptember 14, 2010
Pros
Works like a charm!
Cons
Only 4/3 available (no wide screen).
Summary
Recently, I have had no problems with viewing.
VernfixJuly 9, 2010
Pros
It works very well, and have not had any problems Only occasional frame skips.
Cons
I am very happy with this product, and can't think of anything derogatory to say. The internet is not perfect, but Sling Player is way above only acceptable. I use it every day, sometimes just listening to news while working on my computer..........
Summary
I have had a sling player for years, and over that time period I had many problems watching remotely. But with the current software I have not had any problems, even when I have a slower than optimum connection to the internet. I frequently use the Verizon web connection, run thru a Cradlepoint router, and still get a good picture.One trick I can use, if my connection is quite slow, is to let the player run for a few minutes and then back up a little bit. This seems to eliminate skips . I can use it while working on my computer, just listening to music or news in the background.