Sling TV Launches App for Apple TV Following WWDC Announcement

Not to derail the Sling thread, but here's an FYI. The gaming on the ATV is about to get better. Apple will no longer require games to be compatible with the Siri Remote. I imagine devs are going to try to bring some decent titles now that the ATV is no longer hamstrung by the Siri Remote requirement for gaming.

Like many other apps (but not all), can I run this on Multiple AppleTVs at once?

Yes, but it depends on the package. They have a single stream package where you can only use everything on one TV.

Then there is a multi stream package where you can use it on up to 3 devices simultaneously. This impacts the channels you get. You can always get the channels you're missing, but it costs extra.

Both packages are good, but it honestly depends on what you like.
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Anyone rely on SlingTV for live sports? What has the experience been like?

I'm using it now to watch the NBA Finals on a projector.

Sling works great. It's better than the ESPN standalone app. For example, I love Around the Horn on ESPN. On the ESPN app it disconnects when the new ATH comes on. Then it keeps kicking me out for about 2 minutes while things stabilize. This doesn't happen on my laptop, just their app on ATV.

Sling will pause, rewind a few seconds and show what you missed. ESPN's app sucks and their streaming service needs better support. But sling kicks ass and it's 10x better using sling than TNT's website.

Honestly, try it for 7 days. But honestly, I love it. Plus, during the summer I can cancel until football comes back and then re-enable it.
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I'm curious, with Sling what exactly are you paying $20 a month for if you already have to have a subscription to the content?

Isn't that like paying Apple an extra $20 a month to watch Netflix on an ATV?

I'm confused.

Sling is for cable cutters. If you're paying Comcast or whoever for these channels then it isn't worth it.

But let's say you live in an apartment complex with Internet included but cable is extra. You can get sling and you have access to ESPN, TNT and other live sports.

Or in my case, I was paying $75 a month with Comcast for Internet and HBO. I asked how much for ESPN and they said the cheapest package was $95 a month. I ditched Comcast, got a new ISP for $35 and 40mbps Internet. I can activate HBO for a month whenever I want for $15. I can get ESPN for a month for $20 along with a bunch of other channels. And if I have it all today, it'll be $70 for ESPN, HBO and 40mbps Internet, which is way better than anything Comcast offers.

Anyone rely on SlingTV for live sports? What has the experience been like?

Been very happy - I used Foxsports Midwest for Cardinals and Blues and quality is great. FSM takes a little more bandwidth I've noticed (will get a little fuzzy occasionally when my network is slower), overall very happy, and way better deal than cable.

FYI, if you are a T-Mobile customer, you can get $6/month discount on Sling subscription for 12 months ('https://www.sling.com/tmobile?var=zipOnly').

Really hoping this means Slingplayer app for tvOS is on its way for Slingbox users.

This is what AppleTV and SlingTV should look like.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/fivebyfive/xfaire-revolutionizing-your-tv-service

Sweet plug for your failing kickstarter project.

https://angel.co/george-tang

http://www.xfaire.com/company

Anyone rely on SlingTV for live sports? What has the experience been like?

If they have the channels you want, definitely go for it. I've been impressed. They've got some Pied Piper-level compression stuff going on behind the scenes. Great image with no bandwidth issues. I'm using it on a Roku4, but have also accessed with the iOS app and the OS X app. All worked well.

Really hoping this means Slingplayer app for tvOS is on its way for Slingbox users.

Slingbox=SlingTV
They are not the same.

Still no Amazon Instant or Vudu.

Oh for the love of...it's up to those companies, it's not Apple's decision. Especially Amazon and you can't blame either company. One isn't going to allow the other to cut into store purchases.

Anyone rely on SlingTV for live sports? What has the experience been like?

Yes, I do. Don't watch much tv other than sports so it works great for me (paired with Netflix) and saves me$. Live sports are good for the most part, only problem (other than occasionally lagging) is the delay/latency. It's not bad, however I've notice basketball games seem to be a minute or so behind live tv. Not a big deal but I like to play draftkings etc and if I follow the score live on my iPad via ESPN app etc I notice sling is a minute or so behind. Kind of a "spoiler" but not the end of the world. I'd recommend sling, personally.