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Sony LF-V30 LocationFree Base Station Reviews
$236.05
Acts as a wireless client ; two IR ports ; can stream to PSP (maximumpc.com)
alaTest Review Summary for Sony LF-V30 LocationFree Base Station
We have collected and analyzed 1 expert reviews and 12 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 70/100 and users rate it 78/100. The average review date is December 4, 2008. We have compared these reviews to 1932 reviews from other Media Hubs. The alaScore™ for this product is 72/100 = Good. Last update: November 21, 2009.
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November, 2009
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Expert Reviews (1)
Sony LF-V30 LocationFree Base Station
Which consumer product first enabled any PC with an Internet connection to remotely control a set-top box or DVR and stream live or pre-recorded television to it? If you answered "Slingbox," you're mistaken. It was actually Sony's LocationFree TV. ...
Acts as a wireless client ; two IR ports ; can stream to PSP
Why would you need to stream to a PSP? Low-resolution ; no smartphone client
The LF-V30 offers component-video input (and pass-through) to accommodate high-definition TV, but the image that's streamed is downscaled to QVGA (320x240). In spite of that relatively low resolution, the image quality is excellent. The Slingbox Pro ...
Sony puts one copy of its LocationFree client in the box (and bundles the $30...
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User Reviews (12)
Not Really
That software is not compatible with Windows Mobile 6. The good news is that Sony tells me they're working with third parties to get new client software published. They also tell me that they'll be eliminating the license fee for the PC client "soon" and...
Location Does Work With Smartphones
Sony's web site: "...Windows Mobile pocket PC."(4) footnote: "4. Windows Mobile® compatible software available separately from ACCESS Co., Ltd., visit www.handango.com and www.pocketgear.com, www.access-us-inc.com for details and compatible products." 7
I Love This Thing!
I Love This Thing!
Initially I was going to buy a Slingbox but then I heard about the LF-V30. What sold me on it was that it has built-in wireless...I don't have to have it physically connected to my router. Perfect! I actually bought this item on Ebay for $100 brand new....
Manufacturer's Description
Channel surf through your local channels even if you're not local. The LF-V30 LocationFree Base Station grants you access to your personal DVR content and local TV channels from wherever you are. You can even connect your DVD or VCR to the base station and enjoy your home movie collection while on the road. For added convenience, you can easily connect your camcorder and monitor your home from work or while vacationing in another country. With so much versatility at your fingertips, there's...
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