Netflix on the PS3!!!! Finally!!!!!

Turns out Sony and Netflix have finally come to an agreement and Netflix Streaming video will be available on the PS3 by the end of the year. The new functionality will be done with a Blu-ray disc that you can get from Netflix with as little as a $8.99 package. The disc will use the BD-Live feature on the disc [yea finally a good use for it].

There are not a lot of details about it on the Netflix website yet, but if you do a search for PS3 then you will be taken to a page where you can reserve a copy of the disc to be sent to you as soon as it all gets set up.

Yet another XBOX 'exclusive' kicked to the curb.

Call me stupid but what exactly is netflix?

Call me stupid but what exactly is netflix?

Prince-Noctis

[QUOTE="Prince-Noctis"]

Call me stupid but what exactly is netflix?

Doolz2024

Oh ok thanks, doubt i'd ever touch it but it's nice to know the PS3 is extending it's online features.

Nifty.

Um is there any link you can show me that actually shows any of this is true. I go to these forums because im too lazy to research the information that is presented :cry:CosmoKing7717

There, I even linked it for you, just in case you're too lazy to copy and paste :P

[QUOTE="CosmoKing7717"]Um is there any link you can show me that actually shows any of this is true. I go to these forums because im too lazy to research the information that is presented :cry:Doolz2024

There, I even linked it for you, just in case you're too lazy to copy and paste :P

You need to have a disc in the machine for it to work?

Sorry, no dice

That's going to be the dealbreaker with most users.

You need to have a disc in the machine for it to work?

Sorry, no dice

That's going to be the dealbreaker with most users.

Jaysonguy

You need to have a disc in the machine for it to work?

Sorry, no dice

That's going to be the dealbreaker with most users.

Jaysonguy

Why? It is better functionality then if you have to use the PS3 interface. If they are actually going to be using the B-Live feature, then basically you are going to be logging into Netflix's website and using their engine. No need for software updates or changes to the PS3 firmware.

Afraid you have to get up off the couch and put in a disc? That is sad.

[QUOTE="Jaysonguy"]

You need to have a disc in the machine for it to work?

Sorry, no dice

That's going to be the dealbreaker with most users.

edthetinker

Yes it is

The Netflix service offers content delivered in lower quality then your regular cable TV. For most users it's a situation where it's not as good but it's easy.

Adding the disc makes it not that easy anymore.

[QUOTE="Jaysonguy"]

You need to have a disc in the machine for it to work?

Sorry, no dice

That's going to be the dealbreaker with most users.

tlc1145

Why? It is better functionality then if you have to use the PS3 interface. If they are actually going to be using the B-Live feature, then basically you are going to be logging into Netflix's website and using their engine. No need for software updates or changes to the PS3 firmware.

Afraid you have to get up off the couch and put in a disc? That is sad.

It's the reason DVR's are more used then VCR's and DVD writers in their prime

And the thing is that DVR's give the same quality as cable where you're losing quality here

There has to be a trade off

I expect too see this feature in 2015, here in Canada.

Can't we already rent movies on Ps3? I don't see what the excitement is for.JKnaperek

The ability to watch content instantly is a draw

I expect too see this feature in 2015, here in Canada.

MassacreMonk

Sony will have their video store here in 2015 and some kind of netflix equivalent in 2020

[QUOTE="tlc1145"]

[QUOTE="Jaysonguy"]

You need to have a disc in the machine for it to work?

Sorry, no dice

That's going to be the dealbreaker with most users.

Why? It is better functionality then if you have to use the PS3 interface. If they are actually going to be using the B-Live feature, then basically you are going to be logging into Netflix's website and using their engine. No need for software updates or changes to the PS3 firmware.

Afraid you have to get up off the couch and put in a disc? That is sad.

It's the reason DVR's are more used then VCR's and DVD writers in their prime

And the thing is that DVR's give the same quality as cable where you're losing quality here

There has to be a trade off

[QUOTE="Jaysonguy"]

[QUOTE="tlc1145"]

Why? It is better functionality then if you have to use the PS3 interface. If they are actually going to be using the B-Live feature, then basically you are going to be logging into Netflix's website and using their engine. No need for software updates or changes to the PS3 firmware.

Afraid you have to get up off the couch and put in a disc? That is sad.

CosmoKing7717

It's the reason DVR's are more used then VCR's and DVD writers in their prime

And the thing is that DVR's give the same quality as cable where you're losing quality here

There has to be a trade off

Yes, and the PS3 only holds one....single....disc

So that means whatever you're doing you need to eject it and throw this in to watch something then swap it back out

If the service didn't need dics then it would be used much more then the option we have to settle for

[QUOTE="MassacreMonk"]

I expect too see this feature in 2015, here in Canada.

imthebest6

Sony will have their video store here in 2015 and some kind of netflix equivalent in 2020

add 5 years to each and you get the EU release date xD

I think I read on the blog that xbox has netflix available in Canada or something of that nature. Maybe sony isn't trying hard enough.

Cool, I just cancelled Netflix for Blockbuster because you can pay the same price and get blu-ray. Felt I wasn't doing my PS3 justice by never playing blu-ray movies.

Can't we already rent movies on Ps3? I don't see what the excitement is for.JKnaperek

[QUOTE="CosmoKing7717"][QUOTE="Jaysonguy"]

It's the reason DVR's are more used then VCR's and DVD writers in their prime

And the thing is that DVR's give the same quality as cable where you're losing quality here

There has to be a trade off

Jaysonguy

Yes, and the PS3 only holds one....single....disc

So that means whatever you're doing you need to eject it and throw this in to watch something then swap it back out

If the service didn't need dics then it would be used much more then the option we have to settle for

Oh god, that could take upwards of 30 seconds. Oh wait, I have to do that to watch a DVD as well. Hmmmm...maybe it won't be so bad.

I assume this is for North America only?

[QUOTE="CosmoKing7717"][QUOTE="Jaysonguy"]

It's the reason DVR's are more used then VCR's and DVD writers in their prime

And the thing is that DVR's give the same quality as cable where you're losing quality here

There has to be a trade off

Jaysonguy

Yes, and the PS3 only holds one....single....disc

So that means whatever you're doing you need to eject it and throw this in to watch something then swap it back out

If the service didn't need dics then it would be used much more then the option we have to settle for

Walking is hard.

This is great for netflix users like me, because now instead of streaming to my pc I can stream to my ps3 (big tv) all for no additional cost, and while there were methods of streaming the netflix queue from your pc onto your ps3, they weren't perfect or nearly as accessable as this imo.

Good move, should help netflix pick up some more subs which is nice as well. It's a great service.

[QUOTE="Jaysonguy"]

...All you do is order a free bluray disc that enables you to view any of the available movies on netflix and stream it. One...single...disc. I really see no problem with thatCosmoKing7717

Yes, and the PS3 only holds one....single....disc

So that means whatever you're doing you need to eject it and throw this in to watch something then swap it back out

If the service didn't need dics then it would be used much more then the option we have to settle for

Oh god, that could take upwards of 30 seconds. Oh wait, I have to do that to watch a DVD as well. Hmmmm...maybe it won't be so bad.

Darn you, sony!

You just completly destroyed the last reason on my "Why I shouldn't sell my 360 for a PS3" List.

I love using my Netflix subscription on my 360, but if I can get bluray through it, free online play, and an easily upgradeable harddrive, I'm sold.

I'm just gonna have to find me a 60gb or an old 80gb. I need the backwards compat.

It's not about being lazy

No, it really is about being lazy. It's also probably a bit of "I like to complain about everything and anything" mixed into it.

It's a disc, that will require maybe 10 seconds to put into your PS3, and then you will have access to thousands of TV shows/movies/etc. Next people will be crying about how their PS3 doesn't turn on when they enter the room and that they have to push a button.

Wouldn't you want to not use a disc? Or are you one of the weird ones? It would suck if you lost the Netflix disc and had to search 30 mins for it or order a new one just to stream a movie while the 360 guys dont even have to worry about it. I hate it when you people complain about people complaining, especially when its about a legitimate problem.

And I would cry about my PS3 not turning on when I walk in my room if my Xbox does.

[QUOTE="CosmoKing7717"][QUOTE="Jaysonguy"]

It's the reason DVR's are more used then VCR's and DVD writers in their prime

And the thing is that DVR's give the same quality as cable where you're losing quality here

There has to be a trade off

Jaysonguy

Yes, and the PS3 only holds one....single....disc

So that means whatever you're doing you need to eject it and throw this in to watch something then swap it back out

If the service didn't need dics then it would be used much more then the option we have to settle for

It sounds cool. I don't see a big deal of putting a disk in. BD live is pretty cool and will probably give us added features. Renting a Blu-Ray at Blockbuster is still the best option if you want the best picture quality.

YAY!!! This made my day. :D

I just reserved my disc, can't wait till it arrives!

Folks, let me just say about the disc you need to get, there is nothing on Netflix's website that says you need to have the disc in your PS3 to watch streaming movies. For all we know it is a one-time install, and will probably be replaced with a firmware update in the near future.

Yea using the BD live feature for Netflix may actually add features, such as setting up your queue (adding and taking out movies) and might just add a little help to the picture quality aswell (not sure on that one) maybe. Its going to be interesting to try this out, I use PlayOn right now which is awesome, but this may just give a better overall better experience.

Wow, you guys must have your couches and TVs a mile apart to be complaining about needing a disc for netflix.

What do you guys do when you need to change the disc in the PS3 to play a different game or watch a different DVD?

I'm glad I didnt spent 30$ for Playon yet since this is going to be free.

well i guess im selling my 360 then because after it scratched up my mass effect thats all i used it for so now that i'll be able to watch netflix on my ps3 there is no reason to keep my 360

[QUOTE="Jackc8"]

[QUOTE="Jaysonguy"]

Yes, and the PS3 only holds one....single....disc

So that means whatever you're doing you need to eject it and throw this in to watch something then swap it back out

If the service didn't need dics then it would be used much more then the option we have to settle for

jshaas

Oh god, that could take upwards of 30 seconds. Oh wait, I have to do that to watch a DVD as well. Hmmmm...maybe it won't be so bad.

Thank you for getting it

The whole point of this version of the Netflix service is to watch anything instantly

The PS3 version wont be watch instantly, you'll still need to insert a disc

If this is watch instantly then using that logic every single game is play instantly and every single movie is watch instantly

That's a service I will never use. No interest.

You need to have a disc in the machine for it to work?

Sorry, no dice

That's going to be the dealbreaker with most users.

Jaysonguy

@ JKnaperek: yea.. but some movies take a while to be available. If this netflix offer as many movie and they offer online, then :D:D

[QUOTE="tlc1145"][QUOTE="Jaysonguy"]You need to have a disc in the machine for it to work?Sorry, no diceThat's going to be the ealbreaker with most users.Jaysonguy

maybe SOME users, but I really doubt that most.

The only thing that may be a questionable for me if I`ll do it or no, is that i do not watch enought movies as to make the 9US$ monthy be worst it...

[QUOTE="jshaas"][QUOTE="Jackc8"]

Oh god, that could take upwards of 30 seconds. Oh wait, I have to do that to watch a DVD as well. Hmmmm...maybe it won't be so bad.

Jaysonguy

Thank you for getting it

The whole point of this version of the Netflix service is to watch anything instantly

The PS3 version wont be watch instantly, you'll still need to insert a disc

If this is watch instantly then using that logic every single game is play instantly and every single movie is watch instantly

Wouldn't you want to not use a disc? Or are you one of the weird ones? It would suck if you lost the Netflix disc and had to search 30 mins for it or order a new one just to stream a movie while the 360 guys dont even have to worry about it. I hate it when you people complain about people complaining, especially when its about a legitimate problem.

And I would cry about my PS3 not turning on when I walk in my room if my Xbox does.

erglesmergle

[QUOTE="jshaas"][QUOTE="Jackc8"]

Oh god, that could take upwards of 30 seconds. Oh wait, I have to do that to watch a DVD as well. Hmmmm...maybe it won't be so bad.

Jaysonguy

Thank you for getting it

The whole point of this version of the Netflix service is to watch anything instantly

The PS3 version wont be watch instantly, you'll still need to insert a disc

If this is watch instantly then using that logic every single game is play instantly and every single movie is watch instantly

Call me stupid but what exactly is netflix?

Prince-Noctis

[QUOTE="Prince-Noctis"]

Call me stupid but what exactly is netflix?

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