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Ever since first trialling Netflix, I've been a huge fan.
For those in Australia that aren't aware of Netflix, It's probably unlike anything you've used before... in-fact, the closest thing it would relate to for most Australians is illegally downloading movies.
Most Australians have experienced Foxtel, which is our primary cable-TV company. Foxtel charges $124 per month for the platinum (most content) package, with a $75 installation fee and $75 equipment fee. You can also expect to pay extra if you want Foxtel on Demand, Main Event, or Adults Only. An additional set top box will set you back $15-$25 per month (and a once off fee of $75-$150).
Foxtel users are often upset by the amount of repeats shown, the cost(!), and the amount of advertising that is inserted in a paid service.
Netflix isn't anything like Foxtel. You decide what you want to watch and when you want it (Video on Demand). Netflix has a massive library of both Movies and TV shows that you can watch via your Smart Phone (Android or iOS), Smart TV, PS3, Xbox 360, WD TV, Chromecast or one of the many other options.
It has both Movies and TV episodes, and you're able to select which season and episode you would like to watch if multiple are available.
What's the cost? The cost of a standard Netflix subscription is $7.99 USD ($9.06) per month, this allows unlimited devices to be used, but limits simultaneous streaming to two devices. There are other packages being trialled such as $6.99 USD (~$7.93) for one simultaneous stream and $11.99 USD ($13.60) for four simultaneous streams. The other downside is that you need a decent internet connection and it uses quite a bit of data (beware of download limits).
Why aren't we all using Netflix?
Due to licensing restrictions, Netflix isn't allowed to broadcast to Australia. There are ways around this though, which I will be discussing in my next post.
* Prices quoted are in AUD unless otherwise specified. Currency conversion was provided by Citibank N.A. at time of writing.
