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If the release of Netgear’s new NeoTV PRIME has left you feeling like your earlier model is a bit dated, then maybe some fresh software for that streaming box will ease those woes. Announced today at CES, several new channels are now available on the NeoTV range, with the biggest names being TuneIn Radio — if you want to rest those eyes for a while — and SlingPlayer. You’ll need a Slingbox at home to take advantage of SlingPlayer, of course, but it means you can pipe live TV to another room in your house or, if you’re in the habit of carting your NeoTV box around, wherever else you take it. WKNTV has also been added, giving you access to live and on-demand content from Korea, and ShopNBC for live feeds of a bunch of hypnotic shopping channels — you know, for when you wanna watch overly charismatic presenters earn their keep.

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There are plenty of apps that allow you access to some of your content when you’re away from home, but what if you want to access all of it at the same time? The new Slingboxes might fit the bill, since they will allow you to do that.

The Slingbox 350 and 500 offer support for place-shifting video in up to 1080p quality, as well as integrated IR emitters for controlling set-top boxes from across the globe, and without ugly wires hanging from the box. The 350 model works over a wired Ethernet connection, while the 500 has built-in Wi-Fi, as well as HDMI input/output and SlingProjector technology to wirelessly share media from a smartphone, tablet or TV.

The Slingbox 350 sells for $180(USD) while the 500 sells for $300. Both of them look unique, instead of basic, ubiquitous black boxes.

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It was at the end of last month when we spotted a photo of the Slingbox 500 and Slingbox 350 sitting prettily on the shelf at a Best Buy somewhere in the US, and nearly a couple of weeks later, here we are with an official announcement concerning both devices, with the Slingbox 500 that you see above sporting a rather fashion forward design if I may say so myself. Delivering Full HD 1080p quality streaming of TV content from just about anywhere, the Slingbox 500 is said to set a new standard by boasting built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, while HDMI compatibility helps set up the right platform for delivery of personal content to the TV. This is the first of its kind for any Slingbox product.

As for the Slingbox 350, it delivers Sling Media’s highest quality, proven “TV Anywhere” technology without breaking the bank. Basically, the Slingbox 350 features 1080p, HD-quality streaming on compatible devices, coming in a sleek, industrial design that is merged with integrated IR emitters in order to make it a compact, unique and easy-to-use addition to any home entertainment center.

The Slingbox 500 and Slingbox 350 will retail for $299.99 and $179.99, respectively, from October 14th onwards in the US, while our neighbors living in the Great White North will have to wait until November. [Press Release]

By Ubergizmo. Related articles: Best Buy spotted with new Slingbox 350 and 500, SlingPlayer app now available on Boxee,

In what was a seemingly strange move, two new Slingbox models – the 350 and 500 – appeared earlier this month on Best Buy shelves with nary a peep of announcement. This sudden appearance of new models left us scratching our heads, but stranger things have happened. Fast forward one week, and Slingbox has officially announced the release of the two models.

The first model, the Slingbox 350 shown above, is the more economical option of the two, and offers full HD 1080p video streaming and integrated IR emitters. The Slingbox 500 model offers both of those features, in addition to built-in WiFi, USB storage, a remote, and HDMI/component video ports. Both of the models have been redesigned over previous models, and have a new chassis. Perhaps surprisingly, neither the 350 nor the 500 have an ATSC tuner.

Slingbox works by allowing you to toggle your home media content so that it’s available wherever you go. You can use your Slingbox to watch a show in a different room of your house, for example, or to watch your DVR content while away from home. These products are two of many that aim to remove the restraints of your current DVR and TV system without adding another monthly subscription fee into the mix.

Despite its surprise appearance at Best Buy, it won’t be officially available until October 14th. Prices haven’t been announced yet. Although the picture circulating of the two accidentally-put-out-too-early products have price tags under them, both are for different items.

Slingbox announces new 350 and 500 models is written by Brittany Hillen & originally posted on SlashGear.
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The company that takes almost full credit for inventing place-shifting is back in retail action with new models and new software features too. The Slingbox 350 takes the place of the older Solo at $179 and adds an integrated IR blaster and the new ability to stream 1080p HD. The $299 Slingbox 500 also does 1080p, but adds WiFi — which really should be in both — and an HDMI input and output for. The HDMI output does more than just pass-through too, in conjunction with the new SlingProjector feature it can render your pictures and videos (soon) on the big screen. Both can take advantage of the new SlingPlayer apps with optimizations like reminders as well as a revamp Slingbox.com web interface that makes it easier than ever to share your place-shifting joy with friends and family. These boxes go on sale in the States on October 14th with our friends to the north getting them in November. What might be interesting to all Slingbox owners is that the SlingPlayer client for various platforms is now half the price at $15. Thirsting for more info? Check out the press release after the break, or our review of both right here.

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