Thanks for the insight, Jeremy.

Hi,

I just thought I’d chime in on this topic and add a little clarity here.

While it is true that none of the carriers have announced any plans to explicitly offer the SlingPlayer Mobile Edition software, this does not preclude end-users from downloading it directly. It is certainly conceivable that we will have an offering in conjunction with a mobile carrier down the road, especially considering how the SlingPlayer helps drive consumers to purchase the latest mobile phones and sign up for the larger data services plans. At present, the method for a consumer to get the software will be triggered through a download on the Sling Media Web site, which is consistent with our original distribution plans.

The SlingPlayer Mobile Edition runs on Windows Mobile 5 (and 2003), an open platform for installing third-party applications. It acts no differently than any other network-enabled mobile software, such as Avvenu or Goodlink. This means Slingbox owners can connect to their home Slingbox over WiFi-enabled networks as well as the cellular-based devices.

Best,
Jeremy

Excuse the typo’s above. Bloody Tablet!

I already use the Sling with broadband access that I am paying $59 for. have the Treo 700, XV6700 and 2 6600’s with 2 PDA Data Plans. I pay $250 for freedom todo what I want, where I want and when I want. It is really none of VZ’s business what type of “content” I download as long as it is legal. I’m Slingin right nor on my tablet and am passed at this potential threat. I will drop n if they serer around with my freedom. Why would Sling need carrier’s blessing anyway. I care nothing about VZ’s vast offerings although I do have it on my Moto e815. Can’t even get most of the new content without upgrading phone. On the PR and/or laptop at least I have total choice, that is what America is about.

Well,
Seems silly on carrier part. Greedy actually, but there are some practicle reasons why they should not block.
Exhibit A) My Mpeg4 Security Camera that allows me to see my sitter. Tis Video, just like SlingBox TV. How would Verizon know the difference?

Exhibit B) I am trying to put together a Video Teleconference for work and my boss is only available on his nifty New Verizon Cellphone with the video Camera and Wireless Broadband. How would Verizon know the difference between this transaction and a SlingBox TV Transmitter?

Exhibit C) I am trying to have a video teleconference with my Parents to show off thier new Grandchild. How would Verizon know the difference between this transaction and a SlingBox TV Transmitter?

Sure, some newly minted MBA at some Carrier is gonna read this and think, hey we could make another nickle on this and that and that….. Not likely, my young sage, not likely. What you would do is expedite people to other IP Delivery mediums…
WiMax, WiFi, Sat, etc… etc…

Sucks to be in a commodity service business hunh…
DG

JK, you can already do this with orb.com (in software) and not just for tv.