SlingPlayer Mobile Heads to Android Phones


Updated 06/22/10 11:20 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

SlingPlayer Mobile App For Android Phones

iPhone and BlackBerry users have been streaming their favorite TV shows via their Slingbox and SlingPlayer app for some time now, but starting today, Android users can get in on the mobile TV viewing action. Available for $30 in the Android App store, the SlingPlayer Mobile app will allow you to control your home Slingbox Solo, Pro, or Pro-HD from a number of Android devices (including a few Read more

AT&T Approves SlingPlayer App to Be Streamed Over 3G


Updated 02/04/10 11:05 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

AT&T Allows SlingPlayer to Operate on 3G Network

Previously, if you had a Slingbox at home and the $30 app on your iPhone, you could only control and watch your shows over a WiFi connection. But earlier today, AT&T approved the Sling app to operate over its 3G network, meaning you can watch your favorite shows, control your Slingbox, and set recordings from virtually anywhere. This is a great addition, especially since the idea of streaming Read more

RIM Opens Up the Floodgates to BlackBerry App Development


Updated 01/20/09 5:20 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 2 comments

RIM Opens Up the Floodgates to BlackBerry App Development

Lots of big exciting news happening in the BlackBerry world right now. Not only is the public beta for the SlingPlayer Mobile officially available for BlackBerry users, but RIM is now taking submissions for app developers. The App store is rumored to be launching this Spring, so developers will need to get busy whipping up some amazing and handy applications! If you would like to submit an Read more

Daily Tech: SlingPlayer Mobile Is Now Available


Updated 12/30/08 8:02 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 1 comment

Daily Tech: SlingPlayer Mobile Is Now Available

You can now download SlingPlayer Mobile on your cell phone for a one-time fee of $30 (or try it free for 30 days) if you have a BlackBerry and a Slingbox. — Gizmodo The Amazon Kindle and video games for the Nintendo Wii topped Amazon's bestselling products of 2008 list. — USA Today EMTEC's new Kooky USB drives are colorful, fun, and are guaranteed to brighten someone's day. — Read more

Daily Tech: Transform Your HDTV From Drab to Festive Fab


Updated 12/19/08 12:14 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 2 comments

Daily Tech: Transform Your HDTV From Drab to Festive Fab

Sacramento designers decided to spruce up their home tech this holiday season by adding a silver frame around their flat-screen television. — Unplggd The SlingPlayer Mobile for the BlackBerry will be available for beta use by the end of this year! — Engadget Check out some of the top holiday eCards sites that offer something for everyone. — Switched TV makers HANNspree has just come out Read more

SlingPlayer on the BlackBerry to Be Showcased at CES


Updated 01/04/08 2:54 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 3 comments

SlingPlayer on the BlackBerry to Be Showcased at CES

After hearing a few months back that SlingPlayer Mobile was working with RIM to develop a BlackBerry, I have been anxiously awaiting a release date. Sling Media has finally confirmed that they will be releasing SlingPlayer Mobile for BlackBerry later this year. They have also announced that they will be unveiling their software running on a BlackBerry Pearl 8120 during CES next week. Wondering Read more