Need for HWS?

[zooky]

When does one need an HWS? I had a Sling when I just had a DVR but the Technician removed it when my Hopper was installed. Yes, I do use Broadband.

 

[Scherrman]

So you had Sling and the installer took it away?

 

[budda]

When does one need an HWS? I had a Sling when I just had a DVR but the Technician removed it when my Hopper was installed. Yes, I do use Broadband.

My understanding is the HWS is the newest version of the Hopper. So even if you don't use the Sling part you recieved a better hopper. As far as the installer removing the slingbox I hope he left it with you and just disconnected it. It is a nice feature if you travel a lot or are able to stroke off at work.

 

[caam1]

I use it all the time for watching local news or sports when traveling. I can watch any channel or DVR content on my i-phone or i-pad.

 

[david_jr]

When does one need an HWS? I had a Sling when I just had a DVR but the Technician removed it when my Hopper was installed. Yes, I do use Broadband.

If you got HWS you don't need it really. In addition to being faster than H2K, HWS also gives you the ability to transfer shows to a phone or tablet for offline viewing.

 

[digitalblue]

I have both a HWS and a H2K with a Sling Adapter. Love the flexibility of being able to view live programming on two devices simultaneously (lot's of kids!).

One question for the group though .. does anyone know if a Sling Adapter will work with a Super Joey?

 

[navychop]

We think not. Too many streams to and from the Hopper.

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