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Any alternatives to Apple TV to pay Netflix/Hulu indirectly?

betman

betman

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Jan 15, 2013
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With Apple TV it is easy to access Netflix/Hulu from abroad. You can input the DNS settings manually and then pay your subscription via iTunes.

Does any other device offer a similar solution? Does the Chromecast work with Netflix and if so does it allow for the subscription to be paid via Google Play?

What about Amazon's Fire TV?
 
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Beezer70

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Aug 30, 2013
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Neither Chromecast nor Roku allow that at this time. Chromecast only allows for AirPlay-like streaming of apps from other devices (smartphone or tablet) and Chrome browser pages from pc/Mac, by itself, it's pretty useless. Separate Hulu & Netflix accounts are still necessary.

Unfortunately, I cannot say about Amazon Fire, I have no experience with that device.
 
betman

betman

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Has anyone tried Fire TV? Is it a viable alternative to ATV when only using the box for Netflix?
 
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