VOD Netflix/Streaming Services - Page 249

buckeye · 26-09-2017, 17:20

After closing their digital store the BBC are to make hundreds of classic shows available on Iplayer

https://www.engadget.com/2017/09/25/...ve-classic-TV/

OLD BOY · 27-09-2017, 00:33

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Originally Posted by theone2k10

They can keep it lol.

Why is that, theone? Do you have a preferred streaming service that is legal to use and doesn't require a vpn?

I think the Roku has the most channels, but I'm also quite impressed with the Amazon Fire stick.

muppetman11 · 27-09-2017, 11:48

Another studio moving there stuff away from the likes of Amazon and Netflix.

https://www.recode.net/2017/9/25/163...american-crime

denphone · 27-09-2017, 12:02

But hang on MM as according to OB Amazon and Netflix were going to dominate the world as they swallowed everybody else's content up.

theone2k10 · 27-09-2017, 13:27

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY

Why is that, theone? Do you have a preferred streaming service that is legal to use and doesn't require a vpn?

I think the Roku has the most channels, but I'm also quite impressed with the Amazon Fire stick.

Just no interest in another fire tv, quite happy with my android box which gives me everything i need including netflix.
I tend to dip in and out of amazon instant video.
Got a roku too but as i've stated in the past that's set for US channels.

theone2k10 · 27-09-2017, 20:32

Amazon video may be finally arriving on Appletv this Thursday http://cordcuttersnews.com/amazon-vi...ight-football/

muppetman11 · 28-09-2017, 10:53

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Originally Posted by denphone

But hang on MM as according to OB Amazon and Netflix were going to dominate the world as they swallowed everybody else's content up.

It seems OB is MIA

denphone · 28-09-2017, 11:06

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Originally Posted by muppetman11

It seems OB is MIA

We better get Chuck out methinks to search for him.

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OLD BOY · 28-09-2017, 16:43

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Originally Posted by denphone

We better get Chuck out methinks to search for him.

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I'm still here, but puzzling about what on Earth I said to give you the impression that Netflix and Amazon would dominate the world!

What I have said is that the broadcast channels would be unable to get anywhere near as much content from US studios and would either have to produce more of their own originals or die.

Fox is doing the sensible thing and putting all its originals on to its own streaming service, as existing contracts permit. That is the way to go, but I also hope that such content is not exclusive forever because that disadvantages the viewer, who cannot be expected to subscribe to the many services that will develop over time.

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Originally Posted by theone2k10

Just no interest in another fire tv, quite happy with my android box which gives me everything i need including netflix.
I tend to dip in and out of amazon instant video.
Got a roku too but as i've stated in the past that's set for US channels.

Yes, the Roku does have rather a lot of US content, but then again it does I think have all the UK streaming services that are available, so I don't see what they can do about that.

muppetman11 · 28-09-2017, 17:17

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY

What I have said is that the broadcast channels would be unable to get anywhere near as much content from US studios and would either have to produce more of their own originals or die.

Fox owns many broadcast channels across the world , Fox isn't suddenly going to stop providing it's own linear channels content it's merely going to keep at least first run content off the likes of Netflix and Amazon in favour of its own OTT service.

OLD BOY · 28-09-2017, 17:53

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Originally Posted by muppetman11

Fox owns many broadcast channels across the world , Fox isn't suddenly going to stop providing it's own linear channels content it's merely going to keep at least first run content off the likes of Netflix and Amazon in favour of its own OTT service.

I was referring to our own broadcast channels. Despite the huge amount of money the BBC has had coming in over the years, it has screened a lot of US content. It won't be able to do that in the future.

ITV has been getting better with its original content of late, and this is probably the reason for it.

toady · 28-09-2017, 18:22

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY

Fox is doing the sensible thing and putting all its originals on to its own streaming service, as existing contracts permit. That is the way to go, but I also hope that such content is not exclusive forever because that disadvantages the viewer, who cannot be expected to subscribe to the many services that will develop over time.

Bad news for consumers, there are only so many services that they can subscribe to, it would almost be cheaper to subscribe to cable or satellite

OLD BOY · 28-09-2017, 20:05

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Originally Posted by toady

Bad news for consumers, there are only so many services that they can subscribe to, it would almost be cheaper to subscribe to cable or satellite

Well, I'm currently subscribing to Amazon, Netflix and Now TV, and I am still paying nowhere near what I'm forking out for digital cable channels.

In fact, I could subscribe to another six streaming services charging the same rates as them before I get close to what I'm paying for cable TV!

This is why the pay tv operators need to up their game.

Chad · 01-10-2017, 22:55

TV Player have a great deal on their annual subscription. Sign up now using promo code: crazydeal to get 12 months for only £29.99. Works out at £2.49 per month which is a total bargain. Only problem is offer is only valid until midnight tonight.

NOW TV also have a great offer for new customers. Get 12 months entertainment pass, and 12 months movie pass, for only £99.99.

https://signup.nowtv.com/single?prod...Fentertainment

theone2k10 · 02-10-2017, 00:15

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Originally Posted by Chad

TV Player have a great deal on their annual subscription. Sign up now using promo code: crazydeal to get 12 months for only £29.99. Works out at £2.49 per month which is a total bargain. Only problem is offer is only valid until midnight tonight.

NOW TV also have a great offer for new customers. Get 12 months entertainment pass, and 12 months movie pass, for only £99.99.

https://signup.nowtv.com/single?prod...Fentertainment

Both very good deals anyone grabs them both will have all the tv they need bar sports for a cracking price under £140 for the year.