Tag Archives: Slingbox

Understanding the Bandwidth Needs of SlingPlayer

Posted on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 by MegaZone

Sling Media’s SlingSupport channel released this video which helps explain the bandwidth requirements for SlingPlayer for streaming content. While tech geeks likely already understand everything in the video, I think it is useful for the less technical user who may … Continue reading →

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Where Does Sling Media Get Their Designs?

Posted on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 by MegaZone

Dave Zatz of Zatz Not Funny recently called my attention to the site of New Deal Design. Specifically because we’re both ex-Sling employees, and it turns one one of New Deal Design’s clients is Sling Media. They have a short … Continue reading →

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The Secret Origin Of The Slingbox – Revealed!

Posted on Friday, March 30, 2012 by MegaZone

I’m not sure where they dredged this up from, but AgencySpy posted this video that purports to tell the tale of the secret origin of the Slingbox. It was clearly made a while ago as Blake Krikorian hasn’t been CEO … Continue reading →

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Slingbox Wants To Be Your ‘Little Buddy’

Posted on Wednesday, March 21, 2012 by MegaZone

I really don’t have anything to add to this, this video just popped up on Sling’s YouTube channel today. It is a clever little spot, perhaps destined for TV? I think it is simple, but clear. Decent brand advertising.

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Verizon Wireless Quietly Renting Slingboxes

Posted on Thursday, February 23, 2012 by MegaZone

Over a year ago Sling Media announced a deal with Verizon Wireless to rent a Slingbox to Verizon Wireless customers for uses with their mobile devices. Instead of buying a Slingbox at retail users would be able to rent a … Continue reading →

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