Netflix Change... - Page 3

07-13-2011, 10:41 AM

I believe this price change doesn't start until September 1st. So we have one billing cycle in-between.

07-13-2011, 12:14 PM

They are planning to really increase their streaming services and eventually cut out the shipping of DVD's and go to all streaming. It makes sense, but only if they can get new releases streaming. I am canceling my service. Not because of this change, just because we don't get our moneys worth because we aren't watching enough DVD's/Streamed programing.

07-13-2011, 01:02 PM

I use the streaming almost every day. I don't like it when they just drop full things from the streaming though. I had almost finished the first season of Dexter, and then it was gone. All episodes, not just the first season. In the last two weeks they have really dropped the amount of stuff on the streaming. I really don't want to drop the service but I may be forced to drop it.

Mr B · 07-13-2011, 01:14 PM

That just BLOWS. We just dumped Blockbuster because the $20 / mo we were paying does not include any streaming. We were going to go to the $10 Netflix.
Screwed either way!!

BigCat · 07-13-2011, 01:28 PM

I'll drop the streaming content until they announce that it is being beefed up. It is a nice backup feature, but the interface isn't user friendly - I have to sift through a bunch of crap to find something worth watching - and the titles are too limited. DVDs will do for now.

markem · 07-13-2011, 07:34 PM

Yahoo News has this article.

http://news.yahoo.com/netflix-raises...040622824.html

Looks like Netflix is staying quiet on their reasons. I like the whopping $0.53 increase in share price.

Chainsaw13 · 07-14-2011, 07:03 AM

I cancelled my streaming service last night and am thinking about dropping it all together. Just need to send back the DVD's I currently have at home. Looking through my queue, there's nothing on there I HAVE to see. If there is, I can always go to a Redbox. Like a commentor posted on the yahoo article, if the streaming was in good quality video and 5.1 sound, I would think of staying with that. But I didn't spend good money on a TV/home theater setup to watch standard def, 2 channel sound broadcasts.

jsnake · 07-14-2011, 07:28 AM

We canceled ours a little while back. The streaming selection sucks unless you like movies from the 70's and 80's. We were still using Redbox to get new releases. At first it was great but once you watch all the current new releases available you are stuck waiting for more. Not sorry we left already.

CigarNut · 07-14-2011, 09:56 AM

Color me surprised. According to my son (work's in Netflix's call center) most of the people calling in about this are not angry -- just asking for instructions regarding how to change their service to make sure that the continue to get both DVD's and streaming...

MrsSledn · 07-14-2011, 11:11 AM

The streaming online has been $7.99 since early this year when they changed their services. I canceled the DVD portion of the service and just kept my streaming, then, because they upped the amount.

coffeemonkey · 07-14-2011, 07:14 PM

Someone asked about Hulu. I think it sucks. It is chocked full of ads and many of the shows I want to watch (Justified, Southland) either aren't available or are only available watching via the web, I can't stream it through my xbox. I don't want to sit in front of the computer, I want to sit on my couch.

Right now there isn't one service that does all movies and TV shows well. Netflix has been the best option among poor options, in my opinion if you get both DVD's and streaming. Now that they've raised their prices I'll reevaluate whether they are still the best option.

At the end of the day consumers want content on demand on their schedule. The movie/TV rights holders don't want to give that to us because it harms their current revenue model (ads). So, until the rights holders start treating their customers well, we will be stuck with a few options, none of them that good.

markem · 07-20-2011, 10:04 AM

Some interesting information on the back story

http://blogs.reuters.com/felix-salmo...lixs-problems/

CigarNut · 07-20-2011, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by markem

Some interesting information on the back story

http://blogs.reuters.com/felix-salmo...lixs-problems/

Now things are making sense! Thanks for the update Mark.

Starscream · 07-26-2011, 09:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by markem

Some interesting information on the back story

http://blogs.reuters.com/felix-salmo...lixs-problems/

I've heard about this, Mark, but I'm not sure I buy it 100% It sounds like the same line the cable companies throw out each year about the rising cost of cable.

Still, there's some truth to it. The distributors such as Paramount, Sony, and the other big names are greedy (see theater prices these days) and the ISPs are aggravated with Netflix as well.

07-26-2011, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Starscream

I've heard about this, Mark, but I'm not sure I buy it 100% It sounds like the same line the cable companies throw out each year about the rising cost of cable.

Still, there's some truth to it. The distributors such as Paramount, Sony, and the other big names are greedy (see theater prices these days) and the ISPs are aggravated with Netflix as well.

I agree with you and theater prices around here are insane. The closest theater to me charges $11 for a single showing.

I can imagine it is the same thing with Netflix. As the distributors see how well Netflix is doing they start wanting a bigger and bigger piece of the pie.

neoflex · 07-26-2011, 10:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Starscream

I've heard about this, Mark, but I'm not sure I buy it 100% It sounds like the same line the cable companies throw out each year about the rising cost of cable.

Still, there's some truth to it. The distributors such as Paramount, Sony, and the other big names are greedy (see theater prices these days) and the ISPs are aggravated with Netflix as well.

I have a tough time believing that is the case too simply because of the lackluster selection offered on streaming. The movie companies should be excited that people are willing to watch a lot of the old and outdated movies. If Netflix made new releases available at the same time as the DVDs I would be happy to keep them but that just has not been the case.

07-27-2011, 09:00 PM

dropped em as soon as I got the email. Seems bad business to raise prices on existing members.

Sawyer · 07-20-2011, 06:00 AM

I just changed my subscription to streaming only from 3 DVDs/streaming. I will go with Redbox for any new releases that I just can't wait to hit the movie channels.

LasciviousXXX · 07-20-2011, 06:13 AM

Just an FYI for all those using Redbox for new releases. There is a program called Vudu which streams brand-spankin' new releases they day the hit shelves, redboxes, etc. However the clincher is that they stream in full 1080p and 5.1 surround sound

Its a good $2 more than Redbox but its worth it for me to start streaming instantly and not have to worry about returning it late etc.

I use it often

CigarNut · 07-20-2011, 07:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LasciviousXXX

Just an FYI for all those using Redbox for new releases. There is a program called Vudu which streams brand-spankin' new releases they day the hit shelves, redboxes, etc. However the clincher is that they stream in full 1080p and 5.1 surround sound

Its a good $2 more than Redbox but its worth it for me to start streaming instantly and not have to worry about returning it late etc.

I use it often

This could be really cool -- I will have to check and see if it works with my Roku box...

07-13-2011, 10:41 AM	#1
Tyler Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Netflix Change... I believe this price change doesn't start until September 1st. So we have one billing cycle in-between.

07-13-2011, 12:14 PM	#2
baddevildog82 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Netflix Change... They are planning to really increase their streaming services and eventually cut out the shipping of DVD's and go to all streaming. It makes sense, but only if they can get new releases streaming. I am canceling my service. Not because of this change, just because we don't get our moneys worth because we aren't watching enough DVD's/Streamed programing.

07-13-2011, 01:02 PM	#3
agctribefan Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Netflix Change... I use the streaming almost every day. I don't like it when they just drop full things from the streaming though. I had almost finished the first season of Dexter, and then it was gone. All episodes, not just the first season. In the last two weeks they have really dropped the amount of stuff on the streaming. I really don't want to drop the service but I may be forced to drop it.

07-13-2011, 01:14 PM	#4
Mr B Livin' in a Van.... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: North Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,233 Trading: (79)	Re: Netflix Change... That just BLOWS. We just dumped Blockbuster because the $20 / mo we were paying does not include any streaming. We were going to go to the $10 Netflix. Screwed either way!!

07-13-2011, 01:28 PM	#5
BigCat My back is now unwatched. Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Colin Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 723 Trading: (5)	Re: Netflix Change... I'll drop the streaming content until they announce that it is being beefed up. It is a nice backup feature, but the interface isn't user friendly - I have to sift through a bunch of crap to find something worth watching - and the titles are too limited. DVDs will do for now. __________________ "Now, I don't approve of dissipation, and I don't indulge in it either; but I haven't a particle of confidence in a man who has no redeeming petty vices." Mark Twain

07-13-2011, 07:34 PM	#6
markem Bunion Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Second Star on the Right Posts: 22,653 Trading: (47)	Re: Netflix Change... Yahoo News has this article. http://news.yahoo.com/netflix-raises...040622824.html Looks like Netflix is staying quiet on their reasons. I like the whopping $0.53 increase in share price. __________________ I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member. ~ Groucho Marx

07-14-2011, 07:03 AM	#7
Chainsaw13 Møøse bites can be nasty Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Bob Location: The Enchanted Mitten Posts: 7,244 Trading: (96)	Re: Netflix Change... I cancelled my streaming service last night and am thinking about dropping it all together. Just need to send back the DVD's I currently have at home. Looking through my queue, there's nothing on there I HAVE to see. If there is, I can always go to a Redbox. Like a commentor posted on the yahoo article, if the streaming was in good quality video and 5.1 sound, I would think of staying with that. But I didn't spend good money on a TV/home theater setup to watch standard def, 2 channel sound broadcasts. __________________ My neighbor came by my house this morning at 2AM, pounding on the door. Good thing I was still up playing the drums.

07-14-2011, 07:28 AM	#8
jsnake Have My Own Room Join Date: Feb 2010 First Name: Jake Location: Your mom's house Posts: 1,309 Trading: (22)	Re: Netflix Change... We canceled ours a little while back. The streaming selection sucks unless you like movies from the 70's and 80's. We were still using Redbox to get new releases. At first it was great but once you watch all the current new releases available you are stuck waiting for more. Not sorry we left already.

07-14-2011, 09:56 AM	#9
CigarNut Fck Cancer! Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Michael Location: Clermont, Florida Posts: 18,042 Trading: (111*)	Re: Netflix Change... Color me surprised. According to my son (work's in Netflix's call center) most of the people calling in about this are not angry -- just asking for instructions regarding how to change their service to make sure that the continue to get both DVD's and streaming... __________________ Need Beads? Need Five Finger Bags? 2 of 3 Requirements for use of the CA Rolodex: 100 posts/ 60 day membership/ participation in trade (trader rating). New members can be added at any time.

07-14-2011, 11:11 AM	#10
MrsSledn Still Watching My Back Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Cathy Location: South Burbs outside Chicago, Illinois Posts: 211 Trading: (0)	Re: Netflix Change... The streaming online has been $7.99 since early this year when they changed their services. I canceled the DVD portion of the service and just kept my streaming, then, because they upped the amount.

07-14-2011, 07:14 PM	#11
coffeemonkey Smoking my way to the Top Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Great Pacific Northwest Posts: 314 Trading: (0)	Re: Netflix Change... Someone asked about Hulu. I think it sucks. It is chocked full of ads and many of the shows I want to watch (Justified, Southland) either aren't available or are only available watching via the web, I can't stream it through my xbox. I don't want to sit in front of the computer, I want to sit on my couch. Right now there isn't one service that does all movies and TV shows well. Netflix has been the best option among poor options, in my opinion if you get both DVD's and streaming. Now that they've raised their prices I'll reevaluate whether they are still the best option. At the end of the day consumers want content on demand on their schedule. The movie/TV rights holders don't want to give that to us because it harms their current revenue model (ads). So, until the rights holders start treating their customers well, we will be stuck with a few options, none of them that good. __________________ "I think I lost it, let me know if you come across it"

07-20-2011, 10:04 AM	#12
markem Bunion Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Second Star on the Right Posts: 22,653 Trading: (47)	Re: Netflix Change... Some interesting information on the back story http://blogs.reuters.com/felix-salmo...lixs-problems/ __________________ I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member. ~ Groucho Marx

07-27-2011, 09:00 PM	#17
bcasey03 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Netflix Change... dropped em as soon as I got the email. Seems bad business to raise prices on existing members.

07-20-2011, 06:00 AM	#18
Sawyer Primitive Screwhead Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Robert Location: Atlanta Posts: 290 Trading: (5)	Re: Netflix Change... I just changed my subscription to streaming only from 3 DVDs/streaming. I will go with Redbox for any new releases that I just can't wait to hit the movie channels.

07-20-2011, 06:13 AM	#19
LasciviousXXX Team of 11...Always Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Týr Location: New Orleans Posts: 4,579 Trading: (8)	Re: Netflix Change... Just an FYI for all those using Redbox for new releases. There is a program called Vudu which streams brand-spankin' new releases they day the hit shelves, redboxes, etc. However the clincher is that they stream in full 1080p and 5.1 surround sound Its a good $2 more than Redbox but its worth it for me to start streaming instantly and not have to worry about returning it late etc. I use it often Last edited by LasciviousXXX; 07-20-2011 at 06:20 AM.