Netflix Movie Details Page Changes

The redesigned Netflix Movie Details was unveiled earlier this month to mixed feelings from users who voiced their opinion online at the movie rental company’s blog. After review of customer surveys and user research it was determined to place the most important information at the top of the page including a summary of the movie, the movie’s rating, cast members, and the general category.

The company also added some features to support easy navigation between different television episodes for the popular DVD Season releases. Features such as similar content were moved to the bottom of the page.

Some of the customers online wondered why features such as a Friends tab and Friend’s ratings were no longer available on the Movie Details page. Several customers felt this was one of the main reasons they stayed with Netflix and added movies to their queue based on the recommendations of their friends more than any other information. As with most interface changes there are mixed emotions, some positive and some negative.

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Wal-Mart Purchases Vudu, Video On Demand Service

Wal-Mart is purchasing video on demand service Vudu and could be looking to challenge other Internet movie delivery services such as Amazon, Hulu, Blockbuster (CinemaNow) and Netflix. Vudu is one of the options on many Internet ready movie devices sold today including HDTVs, like the ones sold at Wal-Mart. Wal-Mart has made a significant push into electronics while purchasing Vudu moves them into a service area that will extend Wal-Marts reach into consumers home for an extended period of time.

Vudu currently offers movie downloads for as little as 99 cents a movie. Their library of movies includes most major studios in addition to independent and international shops, 16,000 titles all together. Wal-mart could possible offer less expensive move downloads than other services and they could offer better quality content (1080p) which would put them one step ahead of the two biggest names in the space today, Netflix and Boxee. Wal-Mart might also create a new monthly service plan to compete directly with Netflix.

Make sure you have a decent internet connection (4.5 MBps) for the best quality delivery from Vudu. Other stream qualities are available including 1080i and 720p which require less bandwidth. When downloading streaming content other home services can also be affected included Internet phone service and computer browsing.

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3 Differences between Satellite and Cable

Technically speaking, digital Cable TV and Satellite Television have a lot in common. Still, there are a few major differences between the two services.

Both use the same digital technology and offer hundreds of channels. These include movie channels, pay-per-view, and a variety of popular sports and other channels. Both offer HD programming and continue to expand.

Here are 3 differences between satellite and cable TV:

1. Price.

Price is perhaps the most critical difference because customers are extremely price conscious. A recent survey conducted by Strategy Analytics found that about 47 percent of cable customers said they’d switch providers for a 10 percent discount on their service. Over two-thirds said they would jump ship for a 20 percent discount.

With a lot of people feeling cash-strapped many are looking for ways to cut back. Those yearly expenses can add up. But so can the cost of entertainment. Tried going to a movie theater? You can be out $60 for one trip – for a family of 3 just getting some popcorn and drinks. Plus it’s tough to please everyone.

The consensus is that Satellite is cheaper and providers are quick to argue over this point. Ads shown during the Grammy Awards said “DISH TV” is cheapest of the satellite providers. The ads said that celebrities were charging more for commercials on DIRCTV, driving up the cost. Then it said, “On average DIRECTV customers spend over $175 a year more than “Dish Network” customers.”

The ads were later pulled after celebrities complained. I guess it’s not very good PR for them to be heaped with criticism for raising cable TV prices in homes across America. Still that’s not the entire story as various shows are charging more per subscriber and passing the cost along to customers.

Of course to the person buying, it’s important to pick the package that offers both the channels you and your family want for a price that is affordable.

Chances are prices for cable TV will keep going up because the price to upgrade the system is higher than simply adding another satellite in the sky.

2. Availability.

For most people this isn’t an issue – but it depends on where you live. It’s easier to get satellite if you live outside of major metros. That’s because satellite is not confined to an actual cable. And it’s more expensive to upgrade cable than it is to add a new satellite. Still, most places can get both. Be sure to check though – some places just won’t have cable coverage.

Again, let me point out that you should note the type of programming you want. You might want local sports coverage or it might be more important to you to have HBO. So the type of programming you watch and who offers it factors in to which service you choose.

3. Equipment.

Cable TV requires a box for each of the TVs you want to have cable. The boxes usually don’t cost anything or are available for a small fee. Satellite requires physical hardware – an antenna that attaches to your house.

If you’re trying to choose cable over satellite hopefully this gives you some comparison points. There are differences and the package that works for you depends on your preferences. If it’s mostly price you’re after (quality being equal) satellite wins. After that it’s based on where you live and what channels you like to watch.

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Changes at Blockbuster Make Netflix Even More Attractive

While numbers are dwindling for Blockbuster loyalists one of the major differences between the two has always been the ability for Blockbuster customers to drop off their mailed videos in person should the desire arise. What many consumers may have missed is that about a year ago, they dropped this service and only allow consumers to rack up 5 in-store returns. In addition to that, they are no longer giving out the coupons for free rental. Netflix seems to have left the brick and mortar rental business behind, saving their hard-earned money to offer customers more in way of selection and service.

For the expanse of $20 a month consumers cannot only have unlimited video but they can develop a fully customized queue of movies to rent and never worry if they don’t pass a store on the way home. Keeping the movies as long as you like and having viable options with which to view videos has kept Netflix on the top of the map when it comes to video rental. Seems the only reason to stay with Blockbuster is to enjoy the consumerism of walking into a store and buying overpriced popcorn or cotton candy when you rent. Sure thing is Netflix offers more selection, better deals, economical packages designed to fit the needs of all consumers and reliability unsurpassed by no other online rental company.

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StarzPlay – Netflix Keeping Eye on What Customers Want!

Many loyal Netflix customers not off the techie generation do not understand how the amply supplied NetFlix feature StarzPlay works. StarzPlay essentially allows consumers to download or stream videos to their PC or Mac in an instant. The subscription plans are extremely reasonable at only $8.99 per month and Netflix ready devices are readily available and will be less pricey in the months ahead. Many of the customers who have a Roku may have been displeased with the streaming result that they received on their computer. The update version has arrived and Boxee Box has finally developed a proven 1080p box with remote (that has a keyboard) available for Netflix.

Using StarzPlay means you can have your video anywhere your computer is. Perhaps the best part is that StarzPlay is included in the full Netflix membership and consumers loyal to popping in the shiny discs are basically just given more opportunities for pleasure viewing. StarzPlay is well stocked and will be given even more content with the recently released deal Netflix signed with Warner Brothers. Just one more way Netflix remains on top of the video rental business and this is certainly one thing Redbox can’t do!

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28 Days & Counting! Netflix Signs Deal with Warner Brothers

Netflix customers have the largest DVD rental library available and with economical pricing, streaming options and controls that help you manage your usage they are vastly outdoing competitors. So much so, that Bloomberg reports Netflix is rapidly becoming synonymous with DVD and online rental of any kind and many consumers are unaware that competition even exists. This type of popularity has not come from subtle measures and Netflix corporate staff works hard to deliver the best movies, plans and convenience available online whilst maintaining their business sense. One of the latest moves will have consumers waiting a mere 28 days for new Warner Brother releases as the latest deal has been signed.

The deal has Netflix agreeing to wait 28 days after DVD release to offer the new videos and offers Netflix access to substantially more DVD and Blu-Ray copies so that eager customers can be the first to see the releases without a long waiting period. The deal is definitely win-win for Warner Brothers and Netflix. In the meantime, customers have a huge inventory of other hot ticket rentals and titles to choose from which should make the wait time inconsequential at best.

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Netflix Making Internet Viewing Easier than Ever! Proving Again Why They Remain the top Rental Site Around.

Netflix hasn’t ignored the billions of customers using their internet connection for more than just email. In fact, streamed movies and videos are becoming more popular than ever and around 42% of Netflix customer base is already hooked onto online video on demand. With options so great, why not? Customers get instantaneous access and don’t have to add ‘mail back DVD’ to their mounting to-do lists. As computers become more powerful and internet connections more readily available throughout the country, Netflix realizes that people want to make the most of their free time by watching their favorite flicks on their laptops.

Their goal is to provide 100+ Netflix ready devices for online streaming by the end of this calendar year. On January 11^th, they announced their partnership with five major corporations that will easily bring this goal to fruition. Sanyo, Panasonic, Sharp, Funai and Emerson are all on board and should be offering reasonably priced devices up and coming very soon.

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More Netflix Wii for Mii?

Every Netflix customer should have received his or her latest survey from the box office knock off conglomerate asking which gaming platform is the most popular. The choices were PlayStation 3, XBOX and Wii and included in the survey were relevant points about how much TV connectivity users employ. Looks like Wii users may finally get their streaming capability in 720 or 7080p. The connection would require a disc installation. This option is already available in the UK and Japan through other service providers and Netflix would be the optimum United States provider to carry out this huge, customer pleasing joint venture.

One plus is that both Wii and Netflix have received high ratings for their customer service and consumers should not have problems using the gadgets and gizmos to get their favorite big screen event to play in their living room. Could this mean the end of the DVD player? Absolutely not! Netflix is adamant that they will remain loyal and dedicated to their DVD and Blue Ray customers continuously offering the best releases as far into the future as 2030. Over the next few weeks, more news should be released about the Wii – Netflix deal and Wii loyalists are remaining hopeful.

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Netflix Video Gives Away Pizzas at Safeway And Shaws

In a rare subscription promotion, Netflix Inc is giving away 2 free Newman’s Own frozen pizzas to new rental dvd subscribers at Safeway’s, Albertson’s and Shaw’s stores. Safeway is popular on the west coast while Shaw operates on the east coast. Albertsons is the third retailer to take part in the frozen pizza give away by Netflix this year. It is not often that product give-a-ways are a part of Netflix marketing, so this campaign is unique for the video rental company.

The company is on a role with the recent price reductions by Microsoft and Sony on their XBox 360 and Playstation 3, respectively. 6.2 million new subscribers are expected to be added to the Netflix subscription count over the next quarter when all these new game console owners enroll in the Netflix Instant Watch program. The company added 1 million subscribers when XBox added the service recently.

Newman’s Own pizza is a company founded by actor Paul Newman in 1982. Their pizzas are all natural and the company strives to donate profits back to its community. $280 million has been donated to local charities by the pizza maker. Paul Newman passed away last year after a long success acting career.

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Netflix Limits Growth to Appease Studios

Netflix share price has risen steadily over the past four months as expectations for growth have been very good. But the company has recently capped it’s profit margins at 10% to appease studios that fear excessive price cutting by retailers is hurting the bottom line of the production companies. Redbox in particular has cut prices to the point where the studios cannot profit. Any Netflix profits in excess of the 10% are to passed along to the studios in the form of additional payments for streaming media. The company is set in increasing it’s streaming catalog beyond the current 10,000 movie and television products.

The studios may pursue even more profit as movies are moved to the streaming option from the home delivery program. Netflix plans to continually increase it’s streaming content list to compete with online options that have become very popular as of late, such as Hulu.com. Hulu recently considered charging fees for their content which caused an uproar in the online community. Netflix has a much better model were customers pay a flat rate of $20.00 and can watch as many streaming videos as they desire. And customers can use any number of different devices to receive streaming content including television, XBOX, desktop computer, iPhone, Ruko, and many others.

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