Today announced the availability of LocationFree for Mac OS-based computers. When installed on a Macintosh desktop or notebook computer, the TLF-MAC/E software package allows the computer to receive and control streaming video from a Sony LocationFree base station. Users enjoy multi-directional wireless transmissions with a range of up to 100 feet in a typical home environment and high-speed broadband Internet access around the globe. Currently, Sony's allows users to connect a LocationFree base station to a variety of audio visual devices in the home--such as a set-top TV tuner, DVD player, and digital video recorder (DVR)--and then stream content from the Sony LocationFree Player Pak LF-PK-1 and LocationFree TV LF-X11 to Windows-based personal computer or PSP system. I-O DATA's new TLF-MAC/E software package expands functionality to Mac computers.

The software will ship later this month for $40 or in a bundle with LF-PK1 Base Station for $310. 'This product introduction marks I-O DATA's first foray into the Apple market, and we believe Mac users will be pleased with the value delivered by the TLF-MAC/E software package,' said Jack Akita, Director of Business Development, I-O DATA DEVICE USA. 'For Mac users who already own a Sony LocationFree base station, this software will allow the two devices to interoperate for less than forty dollars. Alternatively, users can purchase the LocationFree Player Pak for Macintosh, which includes the software and LocationFree base station.'