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DIRECTV launches Sat-Go portable satellite TV system
Satellite provider DIRECTV has released the Sat-Go, their first portable satellite receiver with an integrated 17-inch LCD display. It sports a briefcase form factor, with the dish, tuner, and display all built in, and can be operated using either AC or DC power sources. It can also connected as a second satellite tuner when you're not traveling, and it has S-video and component inputs for throwing content on the LCD at up to 1280x1024 -- not widescreen, but still capable of 720p. Existing customers can purchase the unit for $1,499, and it should also be available soon at retail locations. Now you can fulfill your dream of watching NFL Sunday Ticket while tailgating at the big game, or checking out When Animals Attack! while actually getting mauled on safari.Read - DIRECTV ReleaseRead - DBSTalk Review
DirecTV Sat-Go gets examined
While they still seem to be pretty hard to come by at the moment, DBSTalk.com's Earl Bonovich managed to get his hands on one of DirecTV's luggable Sat-Go units, thankfully providing plenty of pics of it along with his first impressions. Unsurprisingly, he found that the device is "not for everyone," although he does seem to think it'll find its share of fans -- at least among those who don't mind carting around a 26-pound gadget in addition to their other gear. While it looks like we'll still have to wait a bit longer for a more in-depth review, you can check out a couple more shots of the device courtesy of DBSTalk after the break, including a peek at its innards -- for those of you into that sort of thing.
DirecTV announces Sat-Go portable satellite TV system
It took a little while, but DirecTV has finally made good on its promise of an all-in-one portable satellite receiver, officially announcing its Sat-Go unit at CES. Intended for both indoor and outdoor use, the Sat-Go packs a 17-inch LCD monitor into its flip-and-fold design, along with an integrated flat antenna that DirecTV says will let you find line-of-sight with DirecTV satellites "within minutes." Also included is a rechargeable "laptop-style" battery, although the company isn't making any promises on battery life just yet (it'll also run off your vehicle's cigarette lighter with the included adapter, or plain old AC power). While DirecTV hasn't officially announced pricing details, The New York Times is reporting that that the Sat-Go will come in between $1,000 and $1,300 when it launches this spring. Current DirecTV customers will also be able to mirror their service to the Sat-Go for an additional $4.99 per month. The Times also got word from Sat-Go inventor Rick Rosner (who just happens to also be the creator of CHiPs) that DirecTV already has some additional models in the works, including the Sat-Go Pro, with a ruggedized design for use in emergency situations, and the Sat-Go Light, which will weigh in at less than half the Sat-Go's 25 pounds. Those curious about the Sat-Go's various states of foldedness can check out a couple more pics of it in action after the break.Read - DirecTV Press ReleaseRead - New York Times, "Satellite Television in a Portable Box"
DirecTV to unveil SAT-GO
We don't yet know much, but it looks like DirecTV is getting ready to unveil a rather clunky looking 70s-brown-and-beige-fabulous portable receiver called the SAT-GO (or maybe that's SATGO, either way). Stay tuned for more details.[Thanks, Tom]
