Sling TV launched in a closed beta where users could test out the service, but only if they had an invitation. As of Sunday night, that closed beta is offer, so anyone can sign up for the service for just $20 per month with no contract or obligations.
The basic package for Sling TV includes 15 channels like ESPN, ESPN2, ABC Family, Cartoon Network, The Food Network, and a handful of others that cover a pretty wide demographic. You can also pick up a “Sports Extra,” “Kids Extra,” or “News and Info Extra” package for $5 that bundles in a few more channels, depending on what you watch.
While Sling TV is a fantastic option for someone who doesn’t want to get cable, especially sports fanatics, there are a few limitations. Fast forward and rewind features won’t be available on most networks due to some legalities, and you can’t watch a show that’s aired within the past three days like you can with the Slingbox. The service only works on one device at a time, too.
However, the device compatibility is pretty broad, including Android and iOS devices, Roku Players, and PCs. Support for Amazon’s ecosystem should be coming in the next few days, and the company wants to bring the service to Google’s Nexus Player (hopefully that means Android TV), Smart TVs from LG and Samsung, and the Xbox One in the next few months.
source: Sling
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