Simple.TV is one of several new DVRs that allow cordcutters to record TV shows off broadcast TV and watch them on a variety of mobile devices and digital set-top boxes like Roku. But now Simple is upping the ante on its competition with a new feature that allows users share their recordings with others.
The new option will allow Simple.TV owners to send up to five invites to non-users via its website, who -- after creating a free account -- will be able to view recorded programs, though not watch live TV. The invited users will be able to access the programs via the Simple.TV website or via an Android, iOS, or Windows 8 app.
At first glance, that sounds like a mashup of Slingbox and Aereo. The latter company, of course, is near death after the Supreme Court ruled that it was a rebroadcaster and therefore liable for cable rebroadcast fees. (CNET's parent company, CBS, was one of broadcasters that sued Aereo.) However, Simple.TV says its service is different because it limits the way the content is distributed and to whom.
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