Netflix

jazzcourier · « **Reply #20 on:** 14 Jul 2011, 08:28 pm »

The price of the Netflix stock is down 12 points today to 286 plus change.The high was a little over 300.
In my estimation this is one of the last big cash grabs by this company that clearly sees the future in downloading movies and we will all be laughing at the video by mail concept.The big studios are circling the wagons and delaying availability and trying to squeeze out the last bit of change before Netflix pollutes their sales stream.
They have learned from the dot com bust that lives are short and success rides a bucking pony and it is only a matter of time before the rider hits the ground.
Somewhere a new provider of unlimited movie downloads for a reasonable price is sharpening the swords and will enter the arena.Until that time enjoy the movies and service they provide and don't hate them for the final pillaging of the village.It is the American way of doing business,whether we like it or not.And here in America we have a choice,sit down and shut up or take your money and walk.I love to read the varied opinions and decisions posted here as to who has reached the walking part of the deal.

nathanm · « **Reply #21 on:** 14 Jul 2011, 08:31 pm »

I like the $7.99 streaming-only option, but there's not a whole lot available in that format. There's a small scattering of titles in my queue which are streamable. If I ever get a HDTV I'm definitely going with Blu-Ray. Netflix streamed stuff looks good on my Xbox\computer monitor, but when I saw it on my mom's 50" TV it was pretty lousy. Although I suspect network issues may be at work. Still not crazy about wireless anything. Meh. Another problem with streaming is that you get none of the extra content stuff.

No matter what, Netflix beats the hell out of cable TV. Exactly what you want, when you want it, no ads, way cheaper per month. Fuckin' A.

San Marcos · « **Reply #22 on:** 14 Jul 2011, 10:40 pm »

What I like about Netflix is you can pause your membership so you don't have to pay a monthly fee if you're not using it. I use it all throughout the summer though. To me, fast delivery, at-home ordering and drop-in-the-mail return saves on gas and time enough to pay for the service. Hope the price doesn't increase again for quite a while, though.

djbnh · « **Reply #23 on:** 15 Jul 2011, 08:30 am »

I enjoy Nextflix and they have some HD content. However, I think it's a matter of time until more ISPs impose download limits - what then?

ctviggen · « **Reply #24 on:** 15 Jul 2011, 11:29 am »

Quote from: nathanm on 14 Jul 2011, 08:31 pm

I like the $7.99 streaming-only option, but there's not a whole lot available in that format. There's a small scattering of titles in my queue which are streamable. If I ever get a HDTV I'm definitely going with Blu-Ray. Netflix streamed stuff looks good on my Xbox\computer monitor, but when I saw it on my mom's 50" TV it was pretty lousy.

On my computers, Netflix has poor quality relative to DVD. Relative to bluray, it's no where close to bluray. But, if you're watching certain shows on smaller TVs, it's hard to notice.

dhwilkin · « **Reply #25 on:** 15 Jul 2011, 05:03 pm »

I'll definitely be dropping the streaming option this weekend, never actually used it anyways. I only care about the Blu-Rays.

bladesmith · « **Reply #26 on:** 15 Jul 2011, 05:33 pm »

My computer does not stream movies well, but if I stream them to my Sony Bluray player they work great, flawless..

So I don't watch regular TV anymore, there is just too many commercials..

ebag4 · « **Reply #27 on:** 15 Jul 2011, 05:52 pm »

Streaming through my LG BD390 BluRay player to my Infocus IN81 projector video is very close to DVD quality, very usable in my opinion. THis is being projectd at 105" so issues are easily noticed.

But yes, I am less than thrilled with the price increase to the point I considered dropping them. But after thinking it through I realized we use it a lot so I feel it is still a decent deal.

Best,
Ed

low.pfile · « **Reply #28 on:** 15 Jul 2011, 08:41 pm »

Quote from: TJHUB on 13 Jul 2011, 10:34 pm

I'm certainly not happy about this, but I can't really leave Netflix. I started with them because there is no way I'm buying Blu-rays. I have a few that I rewatch, but I need Netflix to watch Blu-rays. I'll be cancelling the streaming on August 31. Stupid Netflix...

What TJHUB said.... I am not buying BluRays. I like the quality for new releases. Streaming doesn't offer any of the extra material provided on DVD/BR discs nor the various subtitle options. And currently, streaming can't match the video or audio quality of DVDs, let alone Blurays-visible on my iMac and 40" LCD TV.

flintstone · « **Reply #29 on:** 15 Jul 2011, 10:42 pm »

I don't really stream movies often (they don't have much I want)..........I'll just keep my 3 dvd plan, and drop the streaming. That keeps my cost the same, so not a big deal for me right now.

Dave

Mikeinsacramento · « **Reply #30 on:** 16 Jul 2011, 01:44 am »

I haven't had a TV signal of any kind since 1996, when my Daughter was born.

But I've had a Netflix account most of that time for movies by mail. Now that I have an OPPO 93, my Daughter figured out how to stream. iCarly...LOL!

It costs me about 6$ just to start my car, so I'll let it ride.

Tyson · « **Reply #31 on:** 16 Jul 2011, 06:09 am »

Now, I do actually subscribe to Hulu, but only because they have great streaming options for TV shows, PLUS they have a massive collection for the Criterion movies. And they stream at 720p, hi def. I have a 94 inch screen and a hi def projector, so that matters. Anyway, Netflix is yesterday's news....

wushuliu · « **Reply #32 on:** 16 Jul 2011, 08:54 am »

Quote from: Charles Calkins on 14 Jul 2011, 05:56 pm

I use a Roku box for streaming. I can't tell the difference between it and my Oppo DVD player. No BluRay

Cheers
Charlie

Same here, though I understand not everyone gets the same level of streaming quality. The Roku/Netflix combo has been a winner in our household. I love the search function and all the recommended film options - what other service is going to have much less recommend the Greek 70s film 'Iphigenia', or some hilariously obscure Jerry Lewis film from the 50s (can't recall the name off hand), Mothra, and the UK 'Office'? DVD quality for all. They've distributed docs under their own label and are now developing their own original programming. All this despite predictions of their imminent collapse since they started. Last I heard Hulu was still pitching to potential buyers...

Dave G · « **Reply #33 on:** 16 Jul 2011, 01:37 pm »

Quote from: ebag4 on 15 Jul 2011, 05:52 pm

. . . I am less than thrilled with the price increase to the point I considered dropping them. But after thinking it through I realized we use it a lot so I feel it is still a decent deal.

That's where we are, too. I wish they hadn't raised the price, but we use both services enough that's it's still a pretty good deal for us at $16 per month.

Dave

eclein · « **Reply #34 on:** 16 Jul 2011, 02:11 pm »

wushuliu- So you use the Roku box to stream Netflix and don't use DVD or Blu-Ray media?? I'm using my PS3 to stream and I use it a lot-to the point where my ISP told me I was starting to go over the monthly limit on internet usage.
I also use the PS3 to watch Blu-Ray media via Netflix unless its good sci-fi then I just buy it so I'm like torn....now I also have Vudu on the PS3 which is streaming rentals of new release movies, anything new it seems so I'm thinking about doing away with Blu-ray rentals via Netflix to save a bit even though its really not that much to just pay for both.......I go round and round with this.....ahhhhhh.....

nathanm · « **Reply #35 on:** 19 Jul 2011, 08:04 pm »

What I'm not clear on is how you can watch a gazillion HD channels on cable TV without any trouble but streaming a movie on Netflix over the same cable internet connection is a big headache, and allegedly going to choke the internet's bandwidth*. What's going on there, technically?

* I heard that From Somewheres.

low.pfile · « **Reply #36 on:** 19 Jul 2011, 08:27 pm »

Quote from: Tyson on 16 Jul 2011, 06:09 am

Now, I do actually subscribe to Hulu, but only because they have great streaming options for TV shows, PLUS they have a massive collection for the Criterion movies. And they stream at 720p, hi def. I have a 94 inch screen and a hi def projector, so that matters. Anyway, Netflix is yesterday's news....

OK, Hulu is 720p video, that's decent. What about the audio? 5.1 possible? high resolution?

been wondering about the audio side of streaming from the various providers and boxes.

ebag4 · « **Reply #37 on:** 19 Jul 2011, 09:04 pm »

Quote from: nathanm on 19 Jul 2011, 08:04 pm

What I'm not clear on is how you can watch a gazillion HD channels on cable TV without any trouble but streaming a movie on Netflix over the same cable internet connection is a big headache, and allegedly going to choke the internet's bandwidth*. What's going on there, technically?

* I heard that From Somewheres.

That is an excellent question. Is cable TV delivered differently that streaming video?

Best,
Ed

wushuliu · « **Reply #38 on:** 19 Jul 2011, 09:16 pm »

Quote from: eclein on 16 Jul 2011, 02:11 pm

wushuliu- So you use the Roku box to stream Netflix and don't use DVD or Blu-Ray media?? I'm using my PS3 to stream and I use it a lot-to the point where my ISP told me I was starting to go over the monthly limit on internet usage.
I also use the PS3 to watch Blu-Ray media via Netflix unless its good sci-fi then I just buy it so I'm like torn....now I also have Vudu on the PS3 which is streaming rentals of new release movies, anything new it seems so I'm thinking about doing away with Blu-ray rentals via Netflix to save a bit even though its really not that much to just pay for both.......I go round and round with this.....ahhhhhh.....

I am a film-lover first and foremost so I prefer the best quality possible and the ability to rip, so I get DVD and Blu Ray as well. My gf loves television shows on the other hand, so she gets the streaming and Roku streaming allows instant access to many titles I wouldn't know existed without the slick Search and Recommended features. So for us we need both options.

wushuliu · « **Reply #39 on:** 19 Jul 2011, 09:25 pm »

Quote from: Tyson on 16 Jul 2011, 06:09 am

Now, I do actually subscribe to Hulu, but only because they have great streaming options for TV shows, PLUS they have a massive collection for the Criterion movies. And they stream at 720p, hi def. I have a 94 inch screen and a hi def projector, so that matters. Anyway, Netflix is yesterday's news....

This thread spurred me to do more research and seems like many are using both Netflix and Hulu. Since my gf is a television junkie and Hulu has the new episodes of whatever she likes, I decided to cancel our cable service and signed up w/ Hulu plus through the Roku. She was hesitant but $90 vs. $8 monthly won her around. The Criterion collection is a plus although there's only so much subtitled french and japanese films a dude can stand.