Cable Forum - VOD Netflix/Streaming Services

I was thinking about a similar process to Netflix. Once you set up an account with them, you can log in through your V6. I am not clear why Starz Play should be any different.

The Netflix app has been in development for years, and took many months to port to TiVo.

Plus it delivers content from Netflix's own servers, not VM's. Passing authorisation info from one company to another whilst not breaking data protection rules adds an extra layer of complexity.

Gunslinger

12-01-2019 14:22

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35978924)

I was thinking about a similar process to Netflix. Once you set up an account with them, you can log in through your V6. I am not clear why Starz Play should be any different. VM is not making the process of signing up very easy. The sooner they start offering the SVOD services as part of a bundle with an easy way of subscribing to them, the better for everyone.

Downside of that might be you could then be tied to only watching through your VM Tivo/V6. At least with Netflix and Now TV you have your own account and can log in on any device or service that supports them.
It would appear that StarzPlay do not market directly to end users, it is an add-on to an existing service like Prime and eventually (when they get their act together) VM.

1701-e

14-01-2019 13:34

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Originally Posted by spiderplant (Post 35978931)

Any sign of the integrated billing of Netflix on VM? It was suggested that this would be in before the end of last year.

spiderplant

14-01-2019 13:59

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Originally Posted by 1701-e (Post 35979224)

Any sign of the integrated billing of Netflix on VM? It was suggested that this would be in before the end of last year.

Don't know. It's not something I would be involved in

muppetman11

15-01-2019 12:33

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NBCUniversal announces plans for a free streaming service alongside executive shuffle

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The service will show advertising and be free of charge for subscribers who have NBC channels as part of their programming bundles in the U.S. and in major international markets, the company announced on Monday. Customers of Comcast Cable and Sky TV, which is roughly 52 million people, will also have access to the service.

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/all/nbc...huffle-n958531

muppetman11

15-01-2019 15:10

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How long before Netflix increase prices over here ? In the US prices are to increase 13-18%.

OLD BOY

15-01-2019 19:21

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Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35979369)

How long before Netflix increase prices over here ? In the US prices are to increase 13-18%.

There's more content in the US, though, MM.

denphone

15-01-2019 19:22

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35979401)

There's more content in the US, though, MM.

Still no excuses for a planned 13-18% rise in prices though.

OLD BOY

15-01-2019 19:29

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Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35979402)

Still no excuses for a planned 13-18% rise in prices though.

It's still cheaper than pay tv services, though.

denphone

15-01-2019 19:30

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35979405)

It's still cheaper than pay tv services, though.

All in the eye of the beholder..

muppetman11

15-01-2019 19:33

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35979405)

It's still cheaper than pay tv services, though.

But it’s creeping above your £10 price you keep quoting each app at. This app world could end up being a rather expensive one for those who like a selection of different content from different broadcasters.

OLD BOY

15-01-2019 19:35

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Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35979406)

All in the eye of the beholder..

It's a fact which you can prove for yourself by comparing what's on the non-sports pay tv channels that is worth watching compared with what's on Netflix.

denphone

15-01-2019 19:38

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Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35979408)

It won't be long before a selection of streaming content cost more then a pay TV subscription.

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35979409)

It's a fact which you can prove for yourself by comparing what's on the non-sports pay tv channels that is worth watching compared with what's on Netflix.

My point stands as that is only your own opinion but many disagree with that sentiment.

OLD BOY

15-01-2019 19:41

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Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35979410)

It won't be long before a selection of streaming content cost more then a pay TV subscription.

I will hold you to that prediction, Den! They have a long way to go! :D

Raider999

15-01-2019 20:22

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