The folks that brought us the TV streaming Slingbox multimedia broadcaster are out with a new gadget, this time, a touchscreen remote control. The Sling Touch Control 100 packs a 4.3-inch capacitive touchscreen LCD display that supports a 272×480 screen resolution.

The device uses an 802.11 WiFi network connection to communicate with SlingGuide enabled devices as well as personal video recorders (PVR) but it is also compatible with older non-IP devices such as the digital set top boxes through a standard infrared (IR) connection. The user interface is clear and bright, offering detailed information about upcoming programming choices.

Regarding availability, it appears that the remote control will be offered to cable and satellite TV providers as well as set top box designers who in turn will brand the device under their own corporate names.

Via: Electric Pig