Working For Sling Media - Off-topic

I just wanted to come gush about my new job. I am working at Sling Media, makers of the sling box as a regional sales rep.
WOOO HOOO

Excellent news! Mazel tov!
If Sling wants some even more free promotion or just feeling generous, I'd love to give a Slingbox a go. Santa thought I'd been a bad boy last year, for some reason
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PS I can review and post on my (eventually forthcoming) website aimed at Geeks with Gadgets...

Minumum Requirements
slimsaturn said:
I just wanted to come gush about my new job. I am working at Sling Media, makers of the sling box as a regional sales rep.
WOOO HOOO
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Good for you!
Hey, what would be the minimum requirements (data connection speedwise) at home and away from home to make the sling box be efficient?

Luiggi,
I would recommend an upspeed at home of at least 200 and a dl of the same. But the better up you have the better video quality, this is the most limiting factor as your DL speed will usually be quicker. That the beauty of their player as it optimizes based on your speed.
Vijay....
I will see what the url to your website or blog?
PM me

Thanks for the scoop!
slimsaturn said:
Luiggi,
I would recommend an upspeed at home of at least 200 and a dl of the same. But the better up you have the better video quality, this is the most limiting factor as your DL speed will usually be quicker. That the beauty of their player as it optimizes based on your speed.
Vijay....
I will see what the url to your website or blog?
PM me
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Thanks for the response slimsaturn, buying one PRO right now and possible more for business down here.

Slingbox could really advertise differently and reach a much larger market. Aside from using it to watch TIVO, we use it for a security device. I watch it on my AT&T 8525. The picture is awesome, very clear.
The Composite is TIVO and the S-Video is hooked up to a multiplexer with 4 video cameras that are recorded to a hard drive. I can tune in to TIVO or what's going on at home anytime.
Our 2nd Slingbox Pro is hooked up to a TIVO and a VCR that controls 2 indoor cameras. We can check on our little dog or the kids while we're at work.
Anyway, when I'm in a store and I see people in the security aisle, I can't help but show them our set-up on my phone. The reactions that I get are awesome!
Congratulations! LOVE the Sling, TIVO too!

if i wasnt trying to save money for college i would already have a slingbox. the possibilities of that thing amaze me.

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3D video/photo shooting app for Android

Please, vote for my idea if you like it on Google Product ideas.
Or if you are an Android developer you can "just make it"
http://productideas.appspot.com/#11/e=cf&t=agxwcm9kdWN0aWRlYXNyEAsSCERvcnlVc2VyGJSCAQw
As you know, since last week Youtube makes it easier to upload and view 3D videos. More info:
http://youtube-global.blogspot.com/2009/07/now-in-3d-join-experiment-with-us.html
"3D video/photo shooting app for Android. By using 2 Android devices the app should sync them by Bluetooth, so they can start, stop, pause simultaneously. After shooting the video this app should combine as red/green and share via Youtube/Picasa."
That isn't practical since you would need two devices.
I am sure that soon we will see phones with 2 cameras on the back that would be able to shoot directly in 3D, but until then I can't think of a more practical way for videos. Android should be the best environment for this.
For photos you are right, it is possible to do it with just a single camera.
nice idea, but highliy impracticle. 3D video shooting has been around for decades and it's still just a WOW-factro technology. Even with all the TVs that are going to be released with 3D capabilities, you still need to wear those goofy glasses in order to see things right.
Just because YouTube is catering to 3D video technology does not mean that we will see cellhpones with two cameras on them.
with this out
3d cameras on cell phones shouldn't be too far..
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nice idea, but highliy impracticle. 3D video shooting has been around for decades and it's still just a WOW-factro technology. Even with all the TVs that are going to be released with 3D capabilities, you still need to wear those goofy glasses in order to see things right.
Just because YouTube is catering to 3D video technology does not mean that we will see cellhpones with two cameras on them.
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You don't need any kind of "special TV" to watch 3D images. The "goofy" glasses are available and are cheap enough (1.5-15$) to have them near your LCD TV or Monitor.
The world is moving much faster to the 3D technology. A recent example is Ice Age 3.
Back in year 2000, when I installed probably the first complete CarPC in Europe ( http://www.carstereo.com/installs/photo_gallery_album.cfm?home=yes&photoid=18833&galleryid=609 ) I heard very similar opinions that "it is not practical", and etc. Now it is something normal, available and you don't have to DIY.
When the TV came out, people called it "impractical" and a waste of time and that no one would sit on a chair to bother watching it.
When the PC came out, it was also called impractical and that nobody would want to use it.
When the G1 came out, I looked at it and thought to myself "damn that is one ugly phone, no one would ever want to use that." And my friends agreed with me.
Look at where we are now

Apps for Runners?

Hey all,
Are there any programs for runners that I can use for my fuze? Specifically, something like a GPS program that will track my route/distance/speed. I've heard this kinda thing exists for other phones, but not heard about this phone.
Thanks.
http://www.fuzemobility.com/go-for-a-run-or-a-bike-ride/
wish i woulda known this earlier
i bought a Nike+ for my ipod smh
truthfully there are a lot more of them:
http://www.fuzemobility.com/go-dogs-go-run-bike-walk-or-hike-to-this-app/
http://sportypal.com/Phones/WinMo
http://www.fuzemobility.com/use-your-fuze-as-a-pedometer/
sorry you had to resort to an iPod...I just puked a little thinking about it
Thanks! Just what I was looking for.
SportyPal is quite good, I'm using it for cycling(very good), but i read now on some thread that for running they have added to show the pace in real time with also all the other tools for measuring speed, distance, calories ...
try RUN.GPS, works very fine on mine.
Regards,
P.
+1 for SportyPal (sportypal.com). I use it to track my kayak trips down the rivers in the panhandle. It will overlay your path on an aerial photograph and has links with Facebook, so you can share it.
Sportypal is my program of choice. During the cross country season I can give my phone to one of my lead runners and track their pace during intervals and can also tuck it in my jersey pocket when I go on bike rides and have all that data at hand as well. Best thing? It's FREE!
check out endomondo. very nice and free.
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+1 for SportyPal (sportypal.com). I use it to track my kayak trips down the rivers in the panhandle. It will overlay your path on an aerial photograph and has links with Facebook, so you can share it.
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I got an e-mail from them, that very soon they will have the option to choose the workout type from the phone as kayaking, rowing or some other interesting type of sports.
I dont think anyone mentioned G-Watch which I have found to be excellent for just what you described.
http://www.ageye.de/index.php?s=gwatch/about
Some new types of workouts are added:
skiing, rowing, horse riding, driving, flying, sailing, swimming, hiking, paragliding, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, surfing
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SmartRunner is one of the best applications for tracking, imho.

Any of you guys or girls into car stereos at all?

I do some car stereo stuff away from my dayjob, and if theres any interest, i'd like to share some build pics with you guys.
-Robin
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I do some car stereo stuff away from my dayjob, and if theres any interest, i'd like to share some build pics with you guys.
-Robin
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I'm into it, tho i dont have a car, but they do interest me
Please do share some.
I'm not huge into it but it is an interest of mine. Besides, I'm sure anyone here can recognize the beauty behind it all.
I use to be real big into it. DB drags and such. That was like 6-10 years ago though. My last system had 3 13" JL w7 powered by 3 JL 1000's... And yes my mother was right, my hearing has gone to ****.
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I use to be real big into it. DB drags and such. That was like 6-10 years ago though. My last system had 3 13" JL w7 powered by 3 JL 1000's... And yes my mother was right, my hearing has gone to ****.
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Nice.
I still am an active competitor in their newer format, Bass Race......pretty cool if you have the patience.
Here are some pics of one that i just finished up tonight.
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one of the many pics of the build.....
and heres some of the one that i finished up last week.
Both need carpet, and the first one is getting something even more special.
there is an amprack in the top, there will be a flush mounted amp in there.
Let me know what you think.
nice boxes!!! wanna build me one???
I have a passing interest in car audio, just not a huge priority in the budget unfortunately.
This is what I have so far in my car:
dvd receiver with sirius and someday soon, bluetooth
http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/Products/CarAudioVideo/In-Dash/DVD-Receivers/AVH-P3100DVD
front speakers
http://www.bostonacoustics.com/Pro60SE-P601.aspx
rear deck:
http://www.bostonacoustics.com/SR95-P627.aspx
Looking at these for the bass:
http://www.bostonacoustics.com/G310-P566.aspx
I already have a box that is in the recommended dimensions for these speakers.
Also, what is a good amp (not crazy expensive) to push these, or is there a better deal on 10inch woofers.
I'm looking for clean sound more than overall thump.
Any suggestions?
your link for the subs returned a server error
and im all about building something and shipping it....lol
Boston is an excellent brand, but compared to their retail pricing, there are better, less expensive options out there.
If youre looking for some ideas, shoot me a PM, i know of a few very good, lesser known companies that I have used, and also that i still use.
try this again. the 10"subs I've been looking at:
http://www.bostonacoustics.com/G310-P566.aspx
I agree, retail they are expensive, but they can be found for half of retail if you shop around.
Meant to edit that post, i clicked a second time and it worked.
They are killer sounding subs for sure. 300/pair isnt all that bad to be honest.

Digitally Imported - Electronic & Dance Music Radio 24/7

Digitally Imported - Electronic & Dance Music Radio 24/7
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I've been enjoying Digitally Imported on my iPhone 4 for quite some time and figured they might have made an Android version. This is the Public Beta release. It works great to my knowledge and experience. I have a cap on my AT&T plan, but not my T-mobile plan (5GB soft cap, I know)
It has great stations and DJs. If there are fans of electronica and house music, this is the app to have.
*This is not my app*
Get the BETA,
http://www.di.fm/apps/android/
Works great despite the BETA tag, not responsible for any damage or overage charges
I did a search and didn't find this posted, if I'm wrong, then I apologize in advance.
Enjoy the screenshots
i'm a long time FREE fan of DI i like their music selection
Finally an APP for Android, yay!
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i'm a long time FREE fan of DI i like their music selection
Finally an APP for Android, yay!
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Glad I could help, I've also been waiting for it. Hopefully the app appears in the market soon.
If you need a suggestion for a great DJ - Roger Shah. He appears on the trance station every Friday. I think around 2pm central time.
Thanks man. Love DIfm. Trance, and dub step.
Android app awesome thanks!
Ugh. Devs really need to fix this, is it so hard? When the screen times out and turns off, the music stops. This happens in a TON of streaming audio apps. Is it that hard?
EDIT: That was weird, first time screen timed out, the audio stopped/paused. I unlock, and resumed playback, then the 2nd time it timed out (screen), it's fine now, music keeps playing, been several minutes.
Aonline Radio has all this and more. It gets all shoutcast stations as well.
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Aonline Radio has all this and more. It gets all shoutcast stations as well.
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The point of THIS app is to listen to all the stations FROM www.di.fm
-Nexus S
Still very buggy, looking forward to finished product I was missing this from my iPhone days.
great app, anyone know of an R N B equivalent?

Chromecast now in Wal-Mart !!

Yesterday I was in my local Wal-Mart electronics department and look what I found... I haven't found any articles online AT ALL about Wal-Mart getting the Chromecast, so they may have JUST GOTTEN it yesterday..anyway, check out your local Wal-Mart if you wanna pick one of these up!
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I looked at my local Walmart on Thursday and there was no Chromecast with the Roku products.
Next time you're there, I'm very curious to know what serial numbers they have... and whether they are of the format 3xxx101xxxxx or something different.
Just look on their site. If one is avail at a store near you the site will tell Ya. Then head on down to check the serial. It's 2013
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Next time you're there, I'm very curious to know what serial numbers they have... and whether they are of the format 3xxx101xxxxx or something different.
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Back to WalMart today. Might have missed them the other day as they were in a special cardboard floor display at the end of an isle.
Must have been over twenty of them, mostly 3A's but there were around six or so that were 3802 and 3807 but I didn't pry out the three that were in separate pockets! :laugh:
Of course its now in WalMart, that where all worthless old technology goes.
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Of course its now in WalMart, that where all worthless old technology goes.
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Like this?
http://www.walmart.com/ip/T-Mobile-Samsung-Galaxy-S4-Smartphone-Black/24414621
Your mileage may vary, my Chromecast is far from worthless.
While I would never buy a computer from Wal-Mart, lots of people buy TVs and other consumer stuff there.
Chromecast in Wal-Mart means more market penetration (I recently noticed the TV ads for Chromecast), and now they're finally making active strides for outside development with a hackathon at Google HQ.
Looking at the serial numbers alone, we have at least 30M Chromecasts produced, and that's using a conservative calculation of 10K units per first-four range, but there should definitely be more than 10K per, as the final 5 positions are definitely alphanumeric.

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