Just as expected, Sling Media has released updates to its SlingPlayer Mobile for all Windows Mobile (that includes both touchscreen and non-touchscreen; Professional and Standard) version as well as S60. Following on the announcement that SlingPlayer Mobile will be coming to UIQ, SlingPlayer Mobile for Windows Mobile gets upped to version 1.6, while S60 users [...]

Not that we haven’t heard it’s coming, it’s just it was three months ago and we’ve almost lost almost all hopes Sling will actually release the BlackBerry version of its client… Following Symbian S60 , Windows Mobile and Palm OS client, SlingMedia finally announced its application for RIM’s platform. Yap, the BlackBerry owners — especially ones owning the WiFi enabled device — will be able to seamlessly stream their TV back to their beloved device while additionally increasing their addiction along the way. Timing is still not exactly specified, but I’m sure “later this year” sounds more than enough for some people. The price will be just under 30 bucks, which is a mere bargain considering you’ll be able to entertain yourself while pretending to work. I’ve almost forgot, if you happen to go at CES, make sure you visit Sling’s booth - they’ll be demoing the application on the Pearl 8120. [Via: Engadget Mobile ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:Sling Media working with RIM on BlackBerry compatible SlingPlayerPalm OS Gets SlingPlayer Mobile BetaSlingPlayer Mobile for Palm OS graduates from beta!Sling Media working on a WM6 compatible SlingPlayer Mobile playerSlingPlayer for Symbian announced