Slingbox debuts in India

BANGALORE, INDIA: Sling Media, Inc., today announced the launch of its Emmy award winning Slingbox in India.

The consumer electronics products company has unveiled a range of video placeshifting products, namely - Slingbox 120, Slingbox PRO-HD, SlingPlayer and SlingLink that change and enhance the way consumers watch television.

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A company release said that Slingbox makes it simple to watch and control live TV content from a cable box, satellite receiver, DVR or video camera on any remote device such as a mobile phone, PC, laptop or tablet located anywhere in the world via a broadband Internet connection.

“The Slingbox is a pioneer product in placeshifting technology and marks a milestone for television viewing in India,” said Raghu Tarra, Managing Director of Sling Media Inc. “With Slingbox, consumers can now catch their favourite cricket match, show or movie from anywhere in the world. With a huge mobile and TV subscriber base, we see India as an attractive market for us.”

The manufacturer’s retail price (MRP) for the basic version of Slingbox known as Slingbox 120 that streams standard-definition (SD) content is Rs.7,999 and MRP for the Slingbox PRO-HD is Rs.14,999 for a high-definition viewing experience. In addition, Sling Media is also offering SlingLink, which simplifies the home Internet network connection and provides fast, smooth video playback at an MRP of Rs. 4,999. Just in time for IPL Cricket, these introductory prices are offered while supplies last.

Consumers can watch their television content on their smartphones by downloading SlingPlayer Mobile software, giving them complete control over their living room television and is priced in various mobile application marketplaces at the equivalent of $29.99 USD.