Lately your 9 to 5 has been more like a 9 to 9. And nothing has suffered more than your must-see-TV routine.

The other day, you actually pulled the sick granny excuse so you could bolt early for The Hills and Project Runway.

Before your nose gets any bigger, Pinocchio, get Slingbox, a technological miracle that brings television to your laptop, desktop, or PDA — anywhere with an Internet connection.

Stick the chocolate bar-shaped device on top of your tube and plug it into your television source (cable, antenna, or DVR). Then connect an Ethernet line and the device sends the signal wherever you like.

Soon you’ll be watching your favorite shows at the coffee shop, in the bathtub, even at the office. Assuming, of course, your boss doesn’t find out.

No excuse will help you then.

Available online at store.slingmedia.com