Sling Media began shipping the new Slingbox Pro-HD $299.99, this one can stream true HD either over your local network or if you have at least a 1.5 MB upload capacity (like FiOS), over the Internet. The device is capable of streaming HD content from your cable, satellite or over-the-air as it features its own ATSC and ClearQAM hybrid tuner and will pick up either 720p or 1080i.
Mac users must wait until SlingPlayer 2.0 is available for HD streaming as this updated software is only available on Windows with the Mac version coming later. The soon to ship SlingCatcher (I have pre-ordered one) can also play the HD stream for the new Slingbox Pro-HD.
When using the Slingbox Pro-HD for Internet streaming the video is downsized to fit either remote PCs (depending on bandwith) or 3G-equipped smartphones.
Slingbox Pro-HD also can stream or sling, other sources such as an Apple TV, Macs, DVRs and Windows Media Center PCs. Slingbox Pro-HD connects to your network via Ethernet, but can be used with Sling's powerline adapter or a third-party wireless bridge. Set up, like all Sling devices should be fast and easy.
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