Watch TV Anywhere
Slingbox Solo & Pro
The Slingbox ($180) connects to your TV and your home wireless network so you can; for example, you could watch the ballgame live on your laptop while you're in the bathroom. You can also watch the ballgame live on your laptop while you're in the bathroom of a hotel in Rome. It sends the programming from your TV, over the internet to wherever you are and you can even watch the programming on a cellphone. Get the Slingbox Pro ($230) and hook up your TiVo, satellite box, Apple TV, DVD player, etc.
Trend Themes
1. Remote Viewing - Developing technologies that enable users to watch TV programming from anywhere, on any device, have the potential to disrupt traditional TV viewing habits.
2. Wireless Streaming - Advancements in wireless streaming technology can create new opportunities for consumers to access and enjoy their favorite TV shows and movies on various devices.
3. Multi-device Connectivity - The demand for seamless connectivity across different devices, such as TVs, laptops, and mobile phones, presents opportunities for innovative solutions that enhance the viewing experience across platforms.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics companies can capitalize on the trend of remote viewing by developing and marketing devices that enable users to stream TV programming on different devices.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can explore new business models and distribution strategies to cater to the changing viewing habits and preferences of consumers who seek flexibility and convenience in accessing TV content.
3. Telecommunications - Telecommunications companies can seize the opportunity to offer bundled services that incorporate remote viewing capabilities, providing customers with a comprehensive entertainment solution.