ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Nov. 18, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — DISH Network L.L.C. today became the first pay-TV provider in America to introduce a true TV Everywhere™ offering, giving DISH Network subscribers the ability to watch all of their live and recorded television programs on compatible smartphones, tablets and laptops. DISH Network subscribers can access these features when they download and use the DISH Remote Access application in concert with their broadband-connected, Sling®-enabled receiver.

“DISH Network is proud to be the first pay-TV provider to bring our customers the ability to enjoy their TV anywhere, anytime on a variety of popular devices,” said DISH Network Chief Marketing Officer Ira Bahr. “Unlike mobile viewing from cable and telcos that limit access to select programs, our TV Everywhere services give consumers 24 x 7 access to all of the live and recorded content included with their DISH Network programming subscription.”

Introducing Sling Adapter

To enjoy the live viewing capability of DISH Remote Access, consumers need to be DISH Network subscribers and have a Sling-enabled device such as the newly-released Sling Adapter™ — a small placeshifting device that pairs with DISH Network’s ViP® 722 or 722k HD DVRs. With a Sling Adapter, customers can then view their high-definition or standard-definition DISH Network programming, including live and recorded shows, on compatible mobile devices or laptops. The award-winning Sling Adapter is powered and operated through a USB connection, offering an easy, plug-and-play set-up without the need for any other wires or connectors. The Sling Adapter is available for $99 to new and current DISH Network customers.

The DISH Remote Access app is free.

Mobile Applications, Available Today

The DISH Remote Access app provides the following features:

Enjoy live TV programming from all subscribed channels,
View all DVR recordings,
Manage recordings and delete shows,
Use a mobile device as a remote control.

DISH Remote Access is powered by SlingPlayer Mobile™ technology for support of 3G and WiFi-enabled phones, laptops or tablets, including the following devices*:

iPhone® & iPod touch®: Watch your TV on your iPhone’s Retina display. You can download the app now through the iTunes Store®.
iPad™ (TV viewing coming soon on  iOS 4.2): Catch your favorite TV shows, live and in HD, on the iPad’s crystal-clear 9.7 inch screen. The DISH Remote Access app is currently available through the iTunes Store and will soon be updated to provide full-screen TV viewing for the iPad.
Android™: DISH Network offers full support for the fastest-growing smartphone OS in the world. DISH Remote Access for Android devices is available for 4.3-inch display smartphones and tablets, and can be downloaded through the Android Market using your device.
Windows® & Mac® Computers: DISH Remote Access allows high-definition TV viewing on Windows and Mac systems. DISH Network subscribers can log in to DISH Remote Access at DISH Network’s website to use the service.
BlackBerry®: DISH Remote Access means your BlackBerry is no longer just for business, unless your business is watching your TV anywhere and anytime. The beta app is available for Bold (Models 9700 & 9000) and Curve (Models 8520 & 8900) through the TV Everywhere section    on DISH Network’s website.

*DISH Network will continue to expand its menu of compatible devices.

Any DVR lets you watch TV in your living room, but the ViP 922 is the only DVR that lets you watch your TV everywhere. You can watch the same live channels or recorded shows you already enjoy at home – anywhere you can access the Internet on your computer’s browser or compatible mobile device.

via TV Everywhere – DISH Network.

1. Cost Savings

As the software is relatively inexpensive (usually under $50), which is  merely a single time payment  for your whole life, watching Satellite TV on the computer becomes very cost effective versus expensive Satellite and Cable Subscriptions that necessitate monthly recurring fees.

2.  Wholesome Package of Great Entertainment

Just picture the thousands of satellite channels all over the world you can stream onto the computer with your Internet TV software, and you  certainly cannot resist this wonderful invention that promises you crystal clear high definition channels with great telecasting and audio output, with some foreign channels as an exception.

3. Convenience

As this is TV on your computer, or fluid TV, you can watch your favourite channels anywhere and anytime. Take a break from that stressful meeting or project- with a click of the button and you are viewing your favourite comedy or romance. Break the monotony of that tiresome time waiting for your flight and tune into your favourite TV shows at the airport wifi lounge area. As watching TV promises to rejuvenate, distress and assuage your loaded down mind, it will Surely make you more productive thereafter!

4. Privacy

Detest squabbling with other family members over which channel to watch? Struggle no more by enjoying your favourite adult movie in the privacy or comfort of your bedroom. You can finally watch plenty of TV shows you wouldn’t openly watch in the family TV room.

5. Quash Commercials

Time to stave off annoying commercials. Internet TV screens much less TV commercials than conventional TV, so you can enjoy your movies better.

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