Arris partners with Sling Media on multiscreen set-top

Arris has partnered with Sling Media, the makers of the Slingbox streaming media set-top, to launch a new device will be available to service providers deploying the Arris Whole Home Solution. 

The Arris MS4000 (Media Streamer 4000) will work with the Arris MG5000 Media Gateway Series to let subscribers watch live and recorded content on tablets, smartphones, and other mobile devices – both in the home and on-the-go.

“Sling Media is a pioneer and leader in content place shifting. The MS4000 is a strategic addition to our evolving follow-me TV portfolio that empowers service providers to keep pace with consumer demand,” said John Burke, SVP corporate strategy and development, and president cloud solutions business, Arris.

Michael Hawkey, vice president and general manager of Sling Media added: “Sling Media technology is the best way to extend the entire living room TV experience anywhere and we are delighted to now be working with Arris, an industry leader in media gateway and broadband technology.”