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 NETFLIX OFFICIALLY AVAILABLE IN MALAYSIA, Finally. No DNS needed

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post Jan 10 2016, 12:58 PM

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i just played with local netflix a bit, just to share...

i tried to get 4k stream failed. my 4k android and 4K uhdtv not listed in the support lists. sad.gif

impt read:
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Can I stream Netflix in Ultra HD?
https://help.netflix.com/en/node/13444]https://help.netflix.com/en/node/13444


.. no 4k content label displayed on local netflix.
.. if direct on tv, not all models of major brands support it.
.. if using other devices, only a few support it now, more may come later.
.. content seriously lacking, only 40 tv shows. rolleyes.gif
.. almost zero asian content

but... very easy to navigate, fast, smooth, good subs.

i tried just to learn something. as it is, i will not continue.

will reconsider when there are significant changes.

one thing this local netflix shows - if gomens can control less and corps make less profits, streaming hd/uhd videos is a piece of cake! tongue.gif


QUOTE(lyc1982 @ Jan 8 2016, 01:06 PM)
rm500 for my consultation fee...
cartoonHD or movieHD
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post Jan 11 2016, 12:28 PM

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this local netflix is easy, smooth and reliable.

works on androids (all, i think), pc windows, ipad and probably all other popular devices/machines.

u can watch a show on tv in living room, move to pc in yr office and then finish up on ipad in the toilet continuously! laugh.gif

well very done for that.

big problem is very limited content.
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post Jan 11 2016, 06:44 PM

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QUOTE(greyshadow @ Jan 11 2016, 04:17 PM)
IMO not worth the monthly subscription fee with those very very limited contents compared to original US content
I think not even 10% of it is available doh.gif

in term of price per content, iflix won the race by miles
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ya, content too little for me to continue. if more content, i may want to for ease of use and reliability.

i watched NARCOS, a 10-episode tv season on netflix - smooth 100%, not a single hitch.



iflix... trouble is it only works on hand held devices and some boxes, does not work on many boxes. not sure if they designed it that way or still figuring out how to allow more boxes work! biggrin.gif
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post Jan 12 2016, 12:27 AM

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QUOTE(voncrane @ Jan 12 2016, 12:20 AM)
You think the content is too little.. Haha, just wait as its about to get much smaller...  icon_idea.gif.. DNS & VPN services FTW!
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honest! biggrin.gif

i just looked thru again the available 40 tv shows.

i have either watched them already or have no interest.

may be terminate it after a week!

returned to my usual app to watch latest episodes of current seasons shows.

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post Jan 13 2016, 04:17 PM

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QUOTE(roxx @ Jan 13 2016, 04:14 PM)
I got 1 question.. Not sure it's a silly question or has been asked before  tongue.gif

I got smartDNS > Open Netflix in my TV box > Appear 'Monthly from USD7.99' and 'Start First Month Free' button > Sign Up new account > Then appear selection of criteria (Basic/Standard/etc) in RM..

I was thinking to subscribe netflix US region and not Malaysia region. Possible?

P/S: As at now I have cleared all cache and data for netflix in my tv box.  sweat.gif
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i think u can but don't know if that is the way.

others can help you.
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post Jan 15 2016, 10:44 AM

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QUOTE(sheahann @ Jan 15 2016, 10:23 AM)
u can terminate now.. the website will still say u can watch till 1 month free trail period end then only system will auto terminate.. i already terminated mine with only 15min active. doesnt seem like attractive to me..
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right.

i eventually found some interesting documentaries.

will terminate once i finish them! biggrin.gif

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post Jan 15 2016, 11:00 AM

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QUOTE(sheahann @ Jan 15 2016, 10:48 AM)
at least if u decided to terminate then just do it now. later forget to terminate kena charge ady.
since afer u click terminate, system still allow u to watch for full 1 month trail.. better be safe than sorry
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oh? that will make sense. thanks!
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post Jan 15 2016, 12:42 PM

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new...

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Netflix to Block Tools That Flout Local Copyright Restrictions

January 15, 2016 — 9:31 AM MYT

Move comes after Netflix expanded to 130 new countries

Netflix Inc. will step up its efforts to block subscribers from watching TV shows and movies not available on the streaming service in their home country, a nod to copyright holders who have long expressed frustration that customers were illegally viewing their intellectual property.
Netflix will stop people from using virtual private network proxies to access the service as if they were in another country, the company said in a blog post. Customers have used VPNs to access Netflix in countries where the streaming service wasn’t available.
Netflix introduced its service to more than 130 new countries last week, extending its reach everywhere but China and three territories where U.S. law forbids the company from operating. Netflix can offer customers a localized version of the service in all 190 countries, though the variety of programming available can vary depending on its licensing rights in each location.
Netflix's Plan for Global Domination
“In coming weeks, those using proxies and unblockers will only be able to access the service in the country where they currently are,” David Fullagar, vice president of content delivery architecture, said in the post. “We are confident this change won’t impact members not using proxies.”
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/201...ht-restrictions


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post Jan 15 2016, 04:17 PM

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QUOTE(alucard89 @ Jan 15 2016, 04:12 PM)
Guess netflix prioritize media streamers like roku/fire tv  hmm.gif
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it's about netflix's 4k uhd certification:
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The following devices support Ultra HD streaming when paired with an Ultra HD TV:

Nvidia Shield
Roku 4
TiVo Bolt
Amazon Fire TV (New Version)
British Telecom - BT DTRT-4000
More devices coming soon!
https://help.netflix.com/en/node/13444



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post Jan 15 2016, 04:38 PM

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QUOTE(alucard89 @ Jan 15 2016, 04:35 PM)
They could've given the netflix windows app full hd at least, but no it's only at 480p quality for certain movies.
Looks like they're really picky about certified devices for HD streaming.
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yep, from what i understand, only certain smart tv's (1080p, not 4k) direct netflix app get hd (not ultra hd).

list of certified tv brands and models here.
https://help.netflix.com/en/node/13444


my 4k sharp model does not support it! laugh.gif

i only get 480p upscaled! biggrin.gif

that's why i will not continue. just cancelled, free trial still allowed until expiry.

This post has been edited by AVFAN: Jan 15 2016, 04:43 PM
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post Jan 15 2016, 04:52 PM

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QUOTE(alucard89 @ Jan 15 2016, 04:50 PM)
How do you know you're only getting 480p? Any quality indicator or just judging from the video quality
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no indicator.

i have watched enough of all kinds of videos to know.

esp on a 4k uhd tv. biggrin.gif
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post Jan 22 2016, 05:00 PM

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QUOTE(DannyOP @ Jan 22 2016, 06:30 AM)
I'm using a Sharp 630x with native Netflix App built into its Android TV and optical out to Anthem Mrx 500 AV Receiver with 5.1 speakers.
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where in the 630x tv did u find netflix... under playstore/media/apps?

is it located on upper, middle or lower end of the list?

i checked, did not see it, only saw "icflix" which is bollywood...
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post Jan 22 2016, 10:31 PM

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QUOTE(DannyOP @ Jan 22 2016, 09:27 PM)
I clicked under update then the system updated with preinstalled Netflix.
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ok, i'll try that, thanks.
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post Jan 23 2016, 09:24 PM

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QUOTE(DannyOP @ Jan 22 2016, 06:30 AM)
I'm using a Sharp 630x with native Netflix App built into its Android TV and optical out to Anthem Mrx 500 AV Receiver with 5.1 speakers.

Just hooked it up yesterday, able to watch 4k Netflix with Maxis 10Mbps, but how do you know which show is able to allow 5.1 ?
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yes!

for sharp ue630x 4k uhd tv series, take note:

update the firmware via settings/about, takes 25 mins, NETFLIX will pop up.

i tried a few things...

.. works smooth on unifi 30 mbps.
.. movies - all "hd", no "4k uhd".
.. tv series - a minority are in "4k ultra hd" - it is displayed.
.. i check daredevil and sense 8 - both, i watched in 1080p before - the netflix versions are superior, i.e. 4k uhd.
.. i did not check audio yet, will do some time later.

now, with that... i just might continue with the subscription. thumbup.gif


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post Jan 24 2016, 01:11 AM

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QUOTE(cchean @ Jan 24 2016, 12:31 AM)
I am trying netflix on my himedia Q16. I think it is 480p. Is there any way to check the reso when the movie is playing. For ps3, if press the select button, it will show the reso of the movie playing
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i have tried netflix on both uhd tv and q16.

on the q16 (or any uncertified device), the selection is not even labeled as "hd". which means it is sd (<720p). if the avr or tv has upscaling, it comes out not too bad, almost 720p. this video quality is probably the one for "std package" on whatever device or tv used.

on a certified tv, every show is labeled "hd" or "ultra hd". the hd is 1080p, ultra is 4k. pretty sure about that.

above is, of course, for "uhd package", rm51.

safe to assume for "std package" (RM42), only hd will show up.



checked a bit more for 4k contents... there are a no. of tv shows and a good no. of documentaries in 4k, incl netflix originals.
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post Jan 24 2016, 01:16 AM

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QUOTE(voncrane @ Jan 24 2016, 01:08 AM)
Well well well.... Look who's smiling now...  tongue.gif . List of UHD titles on Netflix as follows;
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unfortunately, local version has limited 4k stuff.

hope they improve fast enough, and w/o raising price!

i am quite impressed with the stability of it with unifi30, wifi.

even for 4k videos, there was not a single jerk on the several checked over a couple of hours.

hd videos come out very good too - 1080p, upscaled by tv, very good.



the netflix experience left me with one side thought: with such technology, how long can video shops like speedy last? tongue.gif

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post Jan 24 2016, 02:58 PM

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QUOTE(jchue73 @ Jan 24 2016, 01:37 PM)
Is 30Mbps line subscription necessary for Netflix 4k content? Anybody with 20Mbps line that is successfully watching 4k from Netflix?
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it is possible 20mbps or even less can do, if there are no other users, line is stable.

also, the file size varies from video to video.

officially:
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We recommend an Internet connection speed of at least 25 megabits per second to stream Ultra HD titles. For more information, see our Internet Connection Speed Recommendations article.
https://help.netflix.com/en/node/13444

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post Jan 25 2016, 10:29 AM

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QUOTE(hydelai @ Jan 25 2016, 07:58 AM)
anyone know which sony android tv can stream 4k netflix contents?
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if u mean existing tv, the list for brands/models may not be up to date.

best to manually update the tv's firmware.

netflix will pop up as a preinstalled app if the tv is certified.

this happened with my sharp - not listed yet but it is certified now.

i would think all new uhd 4k tv's for the main brands are certified.
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post Jan 25 2016, 07:48 PM

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for anyone have doubts on netflix, good news... biggrin.gif

i have been watching it since last night and several hours today.

not that i am glued to the tv but i left it on, check constantly to see if it is stable for hd and uhd 4k.

yes, it is, good enough.

this, i say for unifi30, sharp ue630x 4k tv. wink.gif

so, my thumbup.gif thumbup.gif
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post Jan 26 2016, 11:35 AM

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QUOTE(DannyOP @ Jan 26 2016, 11:31 AM)
I'm getting very good picture quality even on 1080p maybe due to upscaling to 4k by the Sharp UE630X, which brings into mind, will there be a significant improvement if I were to upgrade from 10Mbps to 30Mbps?
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every video has a label - hd, ultra hd 4k or nothing (i.e. sd).

yes, hd videos come out very good on the ue630x.

the 4k ones come out even better - can tell the difference.

mostly tv series and documentaries, though.

if u have other use for 30mbps like torrenting or multi users, it is recommended.

also, the price unifi30 now is about the same as vip10. not sure about maxis...

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