Why is this less money than the slingbox 350? (I thought the 350 was a newer model...)
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If you mean the old model is more expensive, I believe 1.) it is harder to find for sale 2.) There are a lot of notes indicating the older model may have come from a time when the quality of the units were actually better. 3.) I am going to purchase an older model because I do not need high resolution, I want quality, and I am connecting to XP.
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Looking at leatherman.com, it looks like there is a new version - in fact, it's the lead "story" on the site right now. This would likely be the reason for the price drop.Looking at the manufacturer's site, it looks like the only difference is cosmetic - the tools appear to all be the same. If it were me, I'd jump on the $20 savings and grab one of these before the new stock replaces it.
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The Slingbox 350 sits between the TiVo and TV. Anything broadcast from the TiVo to the TV is intercepted and streamed out. The Slingbox stream viewer supports the TiVo series 1-5 remotes as well.
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If you compare prices you'll find you can buy this upgraded unit for around the same price as the older unit if you're including shipping. In my case I didn't need $35 worth of stuff at this time... and this unit actually wound up costing me $2 less than the older one by the time shipping was paid. Pro-shopping... it's almost an artform. :D
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Its not the "cheaper version" its the new version without those features. You can find Hoover models with these items, I think its called Anniversary Edition, at WalMart and its like $125. I lucked out - went to Blain's Farm & Fleet and they had an "old" box in among the new ones....lo and behold, my version is the 2008 and has the headlight and bag full indicator. So I'm a lucky guy. BUT after having these features I can tell you I would not pay an extra $50 for them.....just open the panel every once and awhile and feel to see if the bag is full, and turn on the freakin lights in your room when you vacuum so you don't need a "headlight". Its disappointing that Hoover is removing these INEXPENSIVE TO BUILD features but my guess is this model was TOO MUCH OF A VALUE and they want to incentivize people to consider the Anniversary edition or other more expensive models by making you "compromise" and "do without" your headlight and bag indicator.....
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Agreed. I have been looking at the 85U for about 2 weeks and this is the lowest price I have seen. Thank you Amazon. Unbelievable that the 85U is cheaper than the lesser model (80U). Plus, free shipping! I was looking at other New York outlets and they raised their prices over the past few days. Thanks again Amazon!
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Yes, the slingbox solo really works as it was advertized. The solo does not get a good picture quality. I just wish that I had ordered me one with HD. It would have been much better. Highly recommanded
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It is not comforting to pay but it is a good application. Indeed, I paid $30. The company argues that it has invested money in this venture most likely outside parties. Given that Slingbox is reasonably priced for what it delivers, I justified it.
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This is in response to lit chick who already has a TiVo with a lifetime subscription and is thinking of getting a dual tuner. I think you would be better off buying from a retailer like Amazon. Stay tuned for the rebate stipulations which are supposed to bring the net price of the box down to $99. If the prepaid fees to qualify for the rebate are $155 (as they were in the past), at $6.95 per month the prepayment will cover your first 22 months of service. Thus, for about the price of the one-year package, you will instead get 22 months of service because of the multi-service discount.
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wtf is right. why is this going for almost 3x it's regular price? surely there is a new and improved version out there (which normally makes the price of the older model go DOWN). does anyone know?
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Yeah what happened? This was $279 just a few days ago and frequently was available for as low as $240. So what gives? Looking to get this, but not at over $400! And be warned, with USB 3.0 quickly becoming the standard, any HD camcorders with USB 2.0 built in will be passe very soon.
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Forgot to mention I paid over $75 more for mine used through Warehouse Deals. It was just a dinged up box model, but I've never seen the price as low as it is now brand new, anywhere! Buy it fast, it's over $100 more mid-winter!
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I just checked into it. Try here. There seems to be a link.http://www.slingbox.com/go/australia
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It' $297 right now on Amazon. I've been watching it for a while and this is the lowest that I've seen it so far. (Price includes a $50.00 instant rebate from Brother.)
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Best Buy has it for pre-order at $250. I placed my order this morning. I had heard $250 for the SlingCatcher and $400 for the Slingbox Pro-HD back at CES 2008. Then both were announced recently to be $300. Hopefully BB honors my pre-order at $250, but even at $300 I'll take it. For quality purposes I am using cat-6 cable anyway and wouldn't want Wi-Fi.EDIT - as of earlier this week, BB increased the pre-order price to $300. I have yet to receive any notice of a price change on my order, so hopefully you jumped on it early like I did and saved yourself $50 (assuming that BB still honors my preorder price) Best Buy has it for pre-order at $250. I placed my order this morning. I had heard $250 for the SlingCatcher and $400 for the Slingbox Pro-HD back at CES 2008. Then both were announced recently to be $300. Hopefully BB honors my pre-order at $250, but even at $300 I'll take it. For quality purposes I am using cat-6 cable anyway and wouldn't want Wi-Fi.EDIT - as of earlier this week, BB increased the pre-order price to $300. I have yet to receive any notice of a price change on my order, so hopefully you jumped on it early like I did and saved yourself $50 (assuming that BB still... » Read More Best Buy has it for pre-order at $250. I placed my order this morning. I had heard $250 for the SlingCatcher and $400 for the Slingbox Pro-HD back at CES 2008. Then both were announced recently to be $300. Hopefully BB honors my pre-order at $250, but even at $300 I'll take it. For quality purposes I am using cat-6 cable anyway and wouldn't want Wi-Fi.EDIT - as of earlier this week, BB increased the pre-order price to $300. I have yet to receive any notice of a price change on my order, so hopefully you jumped on it early like I did and saved yourself $50 (assuming that BB still honors my preorder price) « Show Less
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C. Ady is 100% correct. If you don't have anything else than the DLNA functions are serviceable. From a complete product. I purchased a 850 Samsung in part for the DLNA feature. Your better off getting a Slingbox.
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"What am i getting for that charge?" You're getting ripped off. I'm a long-time TiVo user, having purchased my first Series 1 in 1999 and upgrading several times. I've suggested TiVo purchases to dozens of people over the years. Unfortunately, TiVo is seriously behind the current technology and still has a very closed ecosystem. To make up for their lack of up to date technology and closed ecosystem, they increase their service and lifetime fees. It's not a good business plan, which in part explains their stock price. For anyone with a little bit of technical know-how, it's far more cost effective to get an HTPC and TV tuner. If you are going to record OTA, most tuners will be fine. If you need a cable card, the HDHomeRun works very well. Many services on an HTPC will get you free program guide information. An HTPC is also more open, so it opens up more possibilities. It's also much more future-proof than TiVo's closed ecosystem. TiVo has a long history of not upgrading software except on the latest model in an effort to pry more money from existing TiVo subscribers through upgrades.