Sling TV: Is it Worth it?

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TekHeadz

TekHeadz

9 жыл бұрын

We tested Dish Network's Sling TV service and now we're going to tell you whether we think it's the solution Cord Cutters have been waiting for.
UPDATE: Sling TV includes a 3-day replay feature that allows you to watch shows that have aired in the past three days on the following channels: HGTV, DIY, Travel Channel, Cooking Channel, Food Network, Galavision, El Rey, Univision Deportes, Universal Sports, and beIN Sports and they expect this list to grow.
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@sshumran
@sshumran 8 жыл бұрын
this review is. very good, Clear, Direct, Easy to understand, very awesome job brother thank you very much
@TekHeadz
@TekHeadz 8 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@mexic8l
@mexic8l 7 жыл бұрын
+TekHeadz r u watching the "summer olympics of Brazil"?
@2ndPlanet4romSun
@2ndPlanet4romSun 9 жыл бұрын
Great review!!! I appreciate your honesty about SlingTV! I was thinking about getting it. like how detailed your view was! Thanks for mentioning the pros & cons!
@nadiaarenas1989
@nadiaarenas1989 8 жыл бұрын
Answered all the questions i had, not gonna waist my time with a 7 day trial. Thank you
@aboonski
@aboonski 8 жыл бұрын
This is good information! We currently subscribe to Sling because we dumped the expensive programming we had with Direct TV. In addition to Sling we also have Netflix, Hulu Plus and Amazon Prime; also we are using an external TV antenna which brings in all of our local TV stations. The system I set up in my house far exceeds anything we ever experienced in the past from Direct TV or Dish Network. So far, so good.
@luvs2cover
@luvs2cover 8 жыл бұрын
You're better than the people that do commercials on TV this was so cool, thanks so much for the info, I'm gonna keep checking in on your page. Thanks again
@mcervas
@mcervas 9 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I went to the sling TV website and was trying to find a "about us" kind of section or video and couldn't find anything. I found it here. Thanks!
@coastalcordage
@coastalcordage 8 жыл бұрын
Was considering the Sling option to Cable One and read a few articles but this video was definitely the most informative. Great review and definitely worth subscribing to for future tech info.
@eduardozaragoza4867
@eduardozaragoza4867 6 жыл бұрын
dude honestly this the best review I've seen for anything ever. thank you.
@julesbabauta
@julesbabauta 8 жыл бұрын
Several friends have made the switch. I thought about doing the same, but you hit the nail on the head about "watching what you want when you want." Its the reason I pay for a DVR. I just can't justify the price anymore. Thanks for the review.
@mrlbattle1
@mrlbattle1 8 жыл бұрын
You done an excellent job. The room you were in was neat and tidy what a joy to watch and listen.
@WhirlingMusic
@WhirlingMusic 9 жыл бұрын
Good job. I think it may get better later in the months.
@blueeyephil
@blueeyephil 9 жыл бұрын
Glad I checked out your review. You bring up some very valid short comings. Think I'll let it mature a bit and check again.
@marvintodd2829
@marvintodd2829 7 жыл бұрын
thankyou for the great info, my wife and i are kind of low tech no tech ,but we decided to cut the tie that binds with our cable provider your video makes the education curve just a little bit easier to deal with God bless you sir. 3
@knathanknathan
@knathanknathan 5 жыл бұрын
Man thanks for clearing that up about the difference of SlingTV with slingbox. I literally thought it was the same thing
@jam471975
@jam471975 9 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this review... I really wanted to try sling but after listening to this review I know this will not work for at this time. The two big thing I need is, to be able to stream to multiple devices at the same time and watch previous episodes... especially for this price... otherwise it's not worth it for me.
@TekHeadz
@TekHeadz 9 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped, Jeff!
@sizzleweet
@sizzleweet 9 жыл бұрын
Jeff Martinson What else can you use to watch live cable programs with? Aren't most of the older shows available on hulu or even for free on their websites?
@sparkleevenmore9638
@sparkleevenmore9638 6 жыл бұрын
Agree - the Danny Trejo ads were intriguing but now that I know the drawbacks I’ll stick with cable, thanks man.
@ButterBossTV
@ButterBossTV 5 жыл бұрын
Jeff Martinson uh actually right now you can actually watch it with at most 3 devices.
@KikiHart1
@KikiHart1 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your review. I got on here to see if others are having constant buffering issues, the buffering is driving me nuts! I know it's the Sling Tv, it doesn't happen with Hulu or Netflix.
@dennisbraxton3770
@dennisbraxton3770 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Now I have a full understanding of sling tv Pros and cons
@TrevN010
@TrevN010 8 жыл бұрын
Thank you TekHeadz for your in-depth review. In my opinion, I think Dish really kicked themselves in the ass with these disadvantages. Having the ability to watch what you want and when you want is key in today's world. People don't always have the time to sit down and watch a live stream. The disadvantages definitely outweigh the advantages.
@trinhk
@trinhk 6 жыл бұрын
Fantastic review, thank you. I know this review was published 2 years ago. Is it still per device subscription? That would be a deal breaker for me as well. Anyone have a better recommendation for stream service especially with on demand support (i.e. not only live tv)
@timteabag1
@timteabag1 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! That gave me all the info I needed to make a decision on paying for it or not, Great job!
@bschil1
@bschil1 9 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU!! TekHeadz My wife and I need a DVR in what ever system we use so Sling will not work for us at this time, thanks for pointing this out!!
@dme1016
@dme1016 7 жыл бұрын
I added Sling Blue & Orange on my Roku, with Netflix, Amazon Prime including HBO, and Hulu. I dropped Fios & all those channels I never watched. I grew up with 3 national channels in the 60's - two of which went off-air after midnight, and a nothing PBS (plus two local stations). I pay less than eighty bucks a month, & I like my options so much better now.
@shadowprince4482
@shadowprince4482 7 жыл бұрын
Also you can stream to more than one device if you do the Blue or Orange and Blue package.
@dashjeffreys6998
@dashjeffreys6998 8 жыл бұрын
I was a skeptic......decided seven free days of Sling, why not try it out. We love it. My wife and I are in our late 50's. Sling offers what we want. Plus we pull in 22 local stations with a HD antenna in the attic. I've read negative reviews and do not understand the problem. It states up front what they offer. No more no less. Do your home work folks. Sling is a good bargain for $20 a month.
@Samhain2323
@Samhain2323 9 жыл бұрын
Very informative and direct !!! All together an Awesome video !!!
@JohnMaynus
@JohnMaynus 9 жыл бұрын
Just so people will know, AMC and IFC are now on Sling TVs Best of Live TV (the $20 Core package). They also have the Hollywood Extra Package for $5 and that includes all the Epix movie channels and Sundance TV.
@e84fresh
@e84fresh 9 жыл бұрын
That's definitely a plus. I wish they could have the ID Channel. If they had the ID channel would definitely join.
@KissayaK
@KissayaK 8 жыл бұрын
+E Boogie yessss!
@rontxor3
@rontxor3 7 жыл бұрын
Omg thank u for a CLEAR DIRECT review. Awesome!
@opiette
@opiette 8 жыл бұрын
Do you know if you are able to watch the NHRA Drag Races thru Sling TV? Also, is there an app that has to be downloaded on the xbox 360 (like the netflix and amazon apps on there) or would it be easier to purchase one of the amazon fire sticks to access sling tv? Sorry...just heard about sling tv this week and still learning.
@doz161
@doz161 7 жыл бұрын
only 1 show at a time is a huge deal breaker, thanks for the simple and straight to the point review.
@MsTropicandy
@MsTropicandy 7 жыл бұрын
Darth Teabagger The blue pack ($25) allows for 3 I believe.
@mogreer1
@mogreer1 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review, I was ready to purchase but after hearing your great review, I changed my mind. I am not one who cares for live TV and commercial, I would rather have an option of reviewing or recording shows for later. I'm also a BIG sports watcher but don't think this will fit the bill for me at this time. Thanks for the review.
@dave_thomas
@dave_thomas 7 жыл бұрын
New subscriber. Very informative video. Lots of great information. Can't wait to see more.
@Skysmeller1
@Skysmeller1 7 жыл бұрын
I currently have Netflix , and a Firestick , by adding Sling my "TV" bill is only $29 a month , I think this combo is the way to go and cheap! In my bedroom I have a digital antenna for local news and local channels and that's free. With this I feel I get everything I need.
@ArtifactAttic
@ArtifactAttic 7 жыл бұрын
Will this work for someone who still only uses an old CRT TV made in the 1980s?
@CrustofCreation
@CrustofCreation 8 жыл бұрын
Great review, it's the exact info I was looking for.
@asverma93
@asverma93 7 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. Thanks for the great info.
@pf5658
@pf5658 7 жыл бұрын
Very informative video. Thanks for posting.
@rmanigault333
@rmanigault333 8 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your review; this is very helpful.
@zaqsurany
@zaqsurany 8 жыл бұрын
thank you. well done. i wanted to try it. you are a honest man.
@advancedbiblicalinsights5922
@advancedbiblicalinsights5922 7 жыл бұрын
thnx for the review it did help, noticed the Binford T, awesome
@DjCali21
@DjCali21 8 жыл бұрын
thks for the vid bro! Very helpful
@kf4wnf
@kf4wnf 8 жыл бұрын
Sling is a good attempt...but falls far short of what it could actually accomplish. Offer streaming to more than one device at a time. Either offer additional channels or offer a wider variety of channels and allow the customer to pick the 20 channels they want...I'm talking about non-premium channels...i.e. like The Weather Channel, FoxNews, ...etc. Those are not even on Sling's service. Offering a cheap price but with mostly channels people do not want doesn't accomplish anything. I had thought about getting this service...but the one device only at a time did it for me. I am going with the Playstation Vue service...much much more options. Thanks for the review.
@jypsydog6079
@jypsydog6079 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks your no punches pulled, this is. Was what I wanted. You present well.
@jdunegan3rd
@jdunegan3rd 6 жыл бұрын
Great info.... is that eye liner?
@cjr6880
@cjr6880 7 жыл бұрын
I agree with your review. Honestly, the commercials were a bit more that I could handle. We were watching through Xbox and we could get through one or two commercials and then the commercials would freeze the screen. We could hear the show but not see it. It was very frustrating! This also occurred on our PC. We canceled and moved on.
@randykent9594
@randykent9594 7 жыл бұрын
Can you record live shows via the Tivo Bolt?
@SAlex-tr4md
@SAlex-tr4md 8 жыл бұрын
This was very helpful , thanx so much .
@ingwarlothbrok7187
@ingwarlothbrok7187 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I'll be ready for Sling TV when they have AMC.
@kmc1steelers998
@kmc1steelers998 7 жыл бұрын
Gray Ghost they do have AMC..it's offered through Roku, firestick and Google Chromecast
@ingwarlothbrok7187
@ingwarlothbrok7187 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@legniak1
@legniak1 8 жыл бұрын
They just added NBCSN which is the channel i am really excited about. Comes in the blue package which also has FS1 and BeIn sports for $25. That pretty much is everything i need for NHL hockey with Playoffs, My EPL soccer,La Liga soccer and whatever FS1 has at the moment (Bundesliga). I will be using it on my Xbox One
@Daario_
@Daario_ 7 жыл бұрын
can you make a short update video now?
@Duxa_
@Duxa_ 7 жыл бұрын
You should do an update on this, they allow 3 devices now and ironed out those issues you mentioned.
@Scott-jz6te
@Scott-jz6te 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. I didn't realize several things that you mentioned and will have to keep those in mind when we finally cut the cord. Pretty disappointing to hear only one device and only live broadcasts without an on demand option. Must have NBCSN and Disney and the ability to watch something I miss when I want to. I can't always be awake at 2am to watch a live Formula One event.
@erickort1987
@erickort1987 6 жыл бұрын
my cable bill jumped up to $93 because I have to pay for the 2 boxes,first year don't have to pay for them,but did the trial for sling tv few months ago,i liked it,im dumping my cable service and getting sling tv.
@TheMysteryDump
@TheMysteryDump 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks man - I was about to sign up for that service and drop DirecTV. There is NO WAY I am paying $20 a month for 1 stream. We have multiple users in the house and that would totally screw us. They need to have 4-5 streams for $20. Also, the channel line up is crap, even at their $40 a month offering. By the time you add on all the "extra" packages they conveniently screw you over into purchasing if you want better channels, you might as well stick with Cable or DirecTV.... Oh and you STILL have to pay for better internet too so you can use it, AND it slows your internet WAY down when someone would be watching TV.
@Aldabalkhalid
@Aldabalkhalid 8 жыл бұрын
very helpful and clear. Thanks
@ceezaning
@ceezaning 6 жыл бұрын
Do they charge your card when you sign up for the free trial? Or after?
@timlassiter4690
@timlassiter4690 7 жыл бұрын
We have three tv's and looking to do away with cable. Do you have to get a roku to watch sling tv? If so would i need a roku box in every room?
@FMJFilmMedia
@FMJFilmMedia 8 жыл бұрын
I'm a cord cutter and have Sling TV, I watch TWD, FTWD & Damien..I'm ok with it. I hope they allow you to watch on multiple tv's.
@nogamesok43
@nogamesok43 9 жыл бұрын
where did you get that shirt.awesome
@clinthemphill
@clinthemphill 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. Like you, the single stream device is a deal breaker as well as no DVR (so to speak). with it on demand, why wouldn't you be able to forward/reverse, etc? Rhetorical question... Great review though! I've had the best luck just negotiating my out of contract service w/ Dish every 6 months, threatening to cancel. I still spend $60/month but have 4 rooms, DVR and great lineup.. I guess I'll keep doing that for now.
@rosaroja4180
@rosaroja4180 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, very insightful. Beautiful eyes.
@TheMrjonv
@TheMrjonv 8 жыл бұрын
Great job! Thank you.
@AndrewHeavin
@AndrewHeavin 8 жыл бұрын
You should review this again now that they have a new package
@cakec9
@cakec9 9 жыл бұрын
Neat review. To the point. Subbed. :) Also great wall color.
@joebarniak
@joebarniak 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. But the fact that you won't recommend SLING TV is crazy. $20 a month is what you would pay for a basic cable tv package. Looking at the choices, Hulu has really a terrible service. And Netflix doesn't have every tv show on it, and they get popular shows late--like really late. And the fact that you would recommend buying complete full seasons for a tv show that you don't necessary know you like is crazy as well. I think SLING TV is the best alternative for those of us who don't want to spend money on cable tv but want great shows.
@joebarniak
@joebarniak 8 жыл бұрын
***** Exactly, glad you agree!
@re-coverynoel3750
@re-coverynoel3750 6 жыл бұрын
Joe Schmo
@sanuske
@sanuske 8 жыл бұрын
Great review thanks
@alligatorpc
@alligatorpc 6 жыл бұрын
GREAT REVIEW. SHORT & TO THE POINT.
@senecknapaul2166
@senecknapaul2166 9 жыл бұрын
AGREE I FACE EVERYTHING YOU MENTION. ONE STREAMING AT TIME is a deal breaker i try it myself and i agree with every single thing you say here. thanks
@525Lines
@525Lines 9 жыл бұрын
They don't incorporate local broadcast TV. That would have been a nice addition. However, Boomerang is available which I could never find in Chicago cable TV.
@meowcatcat3472
@meowcatcat3472 6 жыл бұрын
in 2017 the Orange pkg is still one device/$20.00; Blue pkg is 3 devices at $25.00; and can get the combo pkge (both colors) which will get you 4 device viewing. However, I don't just want "devices" viewing, I want 2 tvs at once without having to buy another amazon firetv stick! All in all, it will still be $100 less than I'm paying now for cable!
@dianebounds21
@dianebounds21 7 жыл бұрын
Hi, does this include Turner Classic Movie Channel. I read it can be added for 5.00 extra.
@oak3785
@oak3785 9 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking about testing the trial but I was wondering, is it an app or what exactly
@Chalverus
@Chalverus 7 жыл бұрын
I trialed Slingtv thru my Chromecast equipped Vizio 1080 tv and there was a pronounced delay between video and audio. Lots of breakup on video also. However, commercials and previews however were perfect. What's my problem??
@jacksondgagnon
@jacksondgagnon 7 жыл бұрын
I live in new England and currently have nesn on my cable. will I be able to get it on sling?
@aliyahsalomon48
@aliyahsalomon48 6 жыл бұрын
So you can only have sling if you have or enter a contract with Dish TV?
@judywf1
@judywf1 7 жыл бұрын
THANKS great info
@reneemojeske1959
@reneemojeske1959 7 жыл бұрын
ok I have a question well a couple questions... Can I watch this on my Samsung smart TV? Do I have to have a remote for every TV in my home?
@ghostbinder
@ghostbinder 8 жыл бұрын
wow, nice review. right to the point
@johnathandejohnette4263
@johnathandejohnette4263 8 жыл бұрын
Good review, Great pros and cons, Fair and honest
@nchemi5135
@nchemi5135 5 жыл бұрын
Great review
@darkflames80
@darkflames80 8 жыл бұрын
Does SlingTV have access to the BBC-America channel?
@yeniavila32
@yeniavila32 7 жыл бұрын
good information thank you!!
@armandogv18
@armandogv18 9 жыл бұрын
Thanks, this helped a lot
@mickeylegalhawk6510
@mickeylegalhawk6510 7 жыл бұрын
Help me understand, I need wifi and a sling hardware device. Can I get local channels? Also, would a wifi booster help streaming.
@511dawn
@511dawn 7 жыл бұрын
Today is 9/12/2016.... The constant buffering DRIVES ME CRAZY! That is unacceptable to me. I'd rather pay for cable than deal with all of this.
@reggieholder576
@reggieholder576 7 жыл бұрын
I had to switch back to cable,because Directv was getting expensive.Thinking about trying this.Where can you get this?
@Jesus-kt5dc
@Jesus-kt5dc 6 жыл бұрын
Reggie Holder Online
@quebex
@quebex 7 жыл бұрын
two things* can you or save tv shows? and does it have channel 17?
@butterfinger4393
@butterfinger4393 8 жыл бұрын
Nice review. 👏
@rmotta81
@rmotta81 9 жыл бұрын
One of the most to the point reviews I've have ever seen. Didn't catch myself saying "get to the F%{^ng point" not even once
@joshgilmour274
@joshgilmour274 9 жыл бұрын
can you watch English BPL soccer. I know you can watch spanish leages and others but havent seen the English games on which would be why i get slingtv?
@alanr4263
@alanr4263 7 жыл бұрын
thanx for the honest info
@AudiophileTubes
@AudiophileTubes 7 жыл бұрын
Is SlingTV still a one device stream service? They should at least allow 2 devices, since my 11 year old likes to watch the Cartoon Network, and I anything but! I was seriously considering SlingTV as well, but only if the stated price allows at least 2 devices. And how would that work anyway.... would I have to buy a second ROKU stick for my other HDTV, and just punch in a code? Thanks.
@gio3513
@gio3513 7 жыл бұрын
AudiophileTubes sling blue lets you have up to 3 streams simultaneously and it's $25 and has 15 more channels than the original $20 one stream service.
@brianmcneilly8758
@brianmcneilly8758 6 жыл бұрын
i signed up for their orange + blue which allows 1 stream for orange channels and 3 streams for the blue so not bad. Also, they supposedly have 50 hours of recording capability for another $5 per mo. but didn't see anything about it on their web site. Thanks for the pros and cons.
@Jesus-kt5dc
@Jesus-kt5dc 6 жыл бұрын
brian mcneilly IT'S THE FIRST EXTRA OPTION. I THINK IT SAYS DVR CLOUD.
@davidx3453
@davidx3453 7 жыл бұрын
playstation vue will record shows in a season and allow playback on multiple devices at once. mid package around 35.00.also has more channels.
@rborroto
@rborroto 8 жыл бұрын
Sling TV is a live streaming service, and now the Channel Master DVR+ has the Sling app built in. Unfortunately you cannot record any content from Sling… bummer. The DVR also has a subscription-free TV guide and a coax input for a broadcast antenna. The DVR+ is $249 without a hard drive. You would need an external USB drive and you can decide how much storage to buy.
@fatjaysgarage
@fatjaysgarage 6 жыл бұрын
Would like to see at least some type of dvr functionality and on demand before I would consider this service. Thanks for the clear review. Guess I’ll stay with Netflix for now
@alisadavis3351
@alisadavis3351 8 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU!
@djmunkey7574
@djmunkey7574 6 жыл бұрын
Good info because I was going to get sling now I'm not so sure
@TheJackieJP
@TheJackieJP 7 жыл бұрын
Can you watch on a smart LED Tv and would I need an adapter for a smart TV . ?
@IAmAHeater
@IAmAHeater 8 жыл бұрын
Smh, why are so many stream services nit available on blu ray players?
@armandogomez5208
@armandogomez5208 7 жыл бұрын
Can you watch on more then one tv at once?
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