Sling TV has launched Sling Freestream. The its free advertising-supported streaming television service (FAST) is available through the SLING app on all Roku devices, and on compatible devices, which include Comcast, LG, Samsung, Vizio and Xbox devices,"Sling Freestream is a great new service that helps meet consumers' evolving needs," said Gary Schanman, group president, SLING TV. "We know some people want free content, some may want a year-round paid subscription, while others may want to subscribe for certain events or shows. We have coupled world-class content with the option to easily flex in and out of premium pay TV, creating a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience."
Free of additional cost, Sling Freestream delivers more than 210 channels and 41,000 on-demand titles, offering various genres, including news, sports, game shows and crime dramas to sitcoms, animal antics, nature, home improvement, and cooking. Popular channels and programming include ABC News Live; Architectural Digest: "Open Door;" Buzzr: "Family Feud;" CBS News; Cheddar News: "Wake Up with Cheddar;" ESPN On Demand; ESR; Electric Now; FailArmy; FilmRise: "Hell's Kitchen," "Heartland," "Forensic Files;" Maverick Black Cinema: "Boxed In," "Dilemma," "GoTraveler," "Rick Steves Europe," "Anthony Bourdain A Cook's Tour;" The Pet Collective, The Walking Dead Universe and VH1 I Love Reality, to name a few. Plus, Freestream uniquely offers industry-leading international programming in seven languages, such as AajTak International, Zona TUDN, ARY News, France24, beIN SPORTS XTRA, SonyKal, Noticias Univision 24/7, TVP World, Al Jazeera English and Al Arabiya.
Speaking on Sling Freestream's features, a recent release states that users will "have the ability to effortlessly subscribe to more than 50 standalone streaming services and/or add a SLING Orange or SLING Blue base service. Sling Freestream will grow its free content catalog over the next few months and continue to enhance the user experience. Future Sling Freestream features include universal search functionality, enhanced channel surfing, updated guide filters, autoplay capabilities and more."
In addition to free content, Sling's content also includes A&E, AMC, Bravo, CNN, ESPN, NFL Network, TBS, TLC, TNT, and USa, among other channels. "On top of the popular content and a seamless user experience, Sling Freestream provides a premium advertising experience that benefits viewers and advertisers alike," Schanman added. "Built on the same advertising tech that powers SLING, Freestream is yet another opportunity for us to lead, innovate and deliver a greater impact for our advertisers."
Sling Freestream is a great new service that helps meet consumers' evolving needs. We know some people want free content, some may want a year-round paid subscription, while others may want to subscribe for certain events or shows. We have coupled world-class content with the option to easily flex in and out of premium pay TV, creating a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience.” Gary Schanman Group President, Sling TV
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