Mobile TV - The Next Killer App?

After setting up my SlingBox, and reading more about it on their website, I realized that the mobile application for use with Windows Mobile could be the next Killer Application for 4G wireless networks. Using SlingPlayer with high speed mobile broadband network, such as Sprint's new Mobile WiMax Network, could deliver good enough video quality to meet most people's standards. With the current EDGE network or other 'less than 3G' networks, the idea of streaming video is unfathomable. However, with Mobile WiMax, bandwith issues will be a thing of the past. Hopefully this WiMax network's unlimited data plan will truly be Unlimited, or else that will vastly limit the picture quality of the streaming video. While broadcasting over the internet, my SlingBox typically transfers 1500 kbps. Furthermore, the current state of mobile video includes short video clips and sports highlights. SlingBox may monopolize a cable box in your home, but it delivers full length television - just like at home.

Apple's deal with YouTube has certainly sparked more interested in streaming mobile video, especially with the iPhone's penetration of non-tech-centered consumers. Maybe SlingMedia can grab a hold of that.