I Want My MTV - Shifted

I think that 2009 could be the year of significant development of "place-shifting" solutions for the television service providers. First, EchoStar unveiled the DVR 922 at CES, which includes the SlingLoaded technology to place-shifted recorded content.

Second, DISH Networks has reportedly acquired a Sling.com license for Viacom's content.

Third, Comcast, Time Warner Cable, and Cox Communications are reported to be in discussions with programmers on new terms to carriage deals that would allow them to shift the content to Internet-enabled devices.

EchoStar's SlingLoaded™ 922 HD DVR Wins CES Awards

The SlingLoaded™ 922 HD DVR won a “Best of CES” award from the editors of CNET. The unique user interface and remote control were selected as CES Innovations 2009 Design and Engineering Award honorees.