Amazon Prime Video Coming to New Apple TV Possibly Within a 'Few Weeks'

[mitbac]

Like Joe mentioned above, the App Store staff is on holiday break until the new year. So IF there is going to be a Amazon Prime Video app coming to the ATV App Store, it won't be until after the new year.

Bump. Tis' the new year, any word? I cancelled my auto renew for Amazon Prime and sent them an email explaining why. I'll let post if they reply with anything helpful.

I suggest other people do the same. Perhaps if enough people cancel/disable their auto-renew and send an email, then we can be sure to hold their attention at least long enough to get a real answer...

 

[nburwell]

Bump. Tis' the new year, any word? I cancelled my auto renew for Amazon Prime and sent them an email explaining why. I'll let post if they reply with anything helpful.

I suggest other people do the same. Perhaps if enough people cancel/disable their auto-renew and send an email, then we can be sure to hold their attention at least long enough to get a real answer...

I browsed the App Store on my ATV4 last night. Nothing from Amazon (shocker). Fortunately my girlfriend and her sister split their Prime subscription, so we usually airplay from one of our iPad's to the ATV when we watch something on Prime or Starz. A native ATV app would be awfully nice though.

I'm sure once the app hits the App Store, MacRumors will be all over it.

 

[jbsiii]

I won't buy a Prime subscription, which discourages other AMZN purchases, until it offers a compatible app for ATV. AMZN's delay in offering the convenience of an ATV app is disappointing and seems to say a great deal about their passion for serving their customers. Hope this is resolved soon.

 

[Apollo 13]

Amazon don't care about you clowns that canceled or won't subscribe to Prime just because it doesn't have an app for the Apple TV. Amazon just got record number of subscriptions this past holiday. You were going to cancel and not subscribe in the first place. Prime streaming service is just a bonus...most ppl got the subscription to save money on shipping and to get deals.

 

[GlenK]

Agree Apollo. I save a fortune on Amazon Prime without even considering the tech features included in the membership. To cost myself a fortune just to make some kind of statement when I can just airplay the App to my ATV would be insane.

 

[EvelynG]

Bump. Tis' the new year, any word? I cancelled my auto renew for Amazon Prime and sent them an email explaining why. I'll let post if they reply with anything helpful.

I suggest other people do the same. Perhaps if enough people cancel/disable their auto-renew and send an email, then we can be sure to hold their attention at least long enough to get a real answer...

[doublepost=1452462192][/doublepost]Hey if you have a playstation 3 or 4 or other gaming systems, you can use your Amazon prime app to see all your favs here is a link
http://www.amazon.com/Connect-PlayStation-Amazon-Instant-Video/dp/B00JK1WOL8

 

[kdarling]

I won't buy a Prime subscription, which discourages other AMZN purchases, until it offers a compatible app for ATV. AMZN's delay in offering the convenience of an ATV app is disappointing and seems to say a great deal about their passion for serving their customers. Hope this is resolved soon.

You're blaming the wrong company. Just as with Apple Pay, it says a lot more about Apple's overarching greed.

Apple demands 30% if Amazon sells media in their own app. Considering Amazon's already thin margins, who can blame them for not wanting to give Apple money for no reason? Possibly even losing money on each purchase.

Other settop boxes, such as Roku and XBox, allow Amazon to use their own billing system and thus keep all their earned media sales revenue.

The alternative is the poor user experience on other iOS devices, where the user has to manually go to Amazon's website and purchase a video, then come back to view it. That experience would be even more difficult on ATV where users might not have a browser available nearby.

In the end, having Amazon Prime on ATV is more of a benefit to Apple as a popular feature, than it must be to Amazon for revenue and for brand experience.

 

[jmansor]

Nov 30th was a long time ago...

 

[Razorhog]

Nov 30th was a long time ago...

No doubt. I can't find any new information on this other than a thread on Amazon with a ton of people complaining about it. Amazon needs to make a public announcement about it. One way or the other.

 

[Black Belt]

You're blaming the wrong company. Just as with Apple Pay, it says a lot more about Apple's overarching greed.

Apple demands 30% if Amazon sells media in their own app. Considering Amazon's already thin margins, who can blame them for not wanting to give Apple money for no reason? Possibly even losing money on each purchase.

Other settop boxes, such as Roku and XBox, allow Amazon to use their own billing system and thus keep all their earned media sales revenue.

The alternative is the poor user experience on other iOS devices, where the user has to manually go to Amazon's website and purchase a video, then come back to view it. That experience would be even more difficult on ATV where users might not have a browser available nearby.

In the end, having Amazon Prime on ATV is more of a benefit to Apple as a popular feature, than it must be to Amazon for revenue and for brand experience.

The Prime Video App is to watch the massive library of video included for free with one's Prime subscription.

 

[countryside]

I need this on my Apple TV. It is my primary streaming service, and if I got this I would no longer have to bother changing inputs other than going to satellite.

 

[rhett7660]

You're blaming the wrong company. Just as with Apple Pay, it says a lot more about Apple's overarching greed.

Apple demands 30% if Amazon sells media in their own app. Considering Amazon's already thin margins, who can blame them for not wanting to give Apple money for no reason? Possibly even losing money on each purchase.

Other settop boxes, such as Roku and XBox, allow Amazon to use their own billing system and thus keep all their earned media sales revenue.

The alternative is the poor user experience on other iOS devices, where the user has to manually go to Amazon's website and purchase a video, then come back to view it. That experience would be even more difficult on ATV where users might not have a browser available nearby.

In the end, having Amazon Prime on ATV is more of a benefit to Apple as a popular feature, than it must be to Amazon for revenue and for brand experience.

Can you purchase movies via Amazon Prime or does it the viewing come free when you purchase your Amazon Prime from Amazon?

If it is the later, why would Amazon care where you watch the video as long as you are using your prime account to do it?

If you can purchase content via Amazon Prime, allow the free or already purchased content only to be played on your ATV4.

Just like what they do when you try to buy a kindle book via the app. You have to go outside the app, purchase and then you can come back in and read it. If it is already purchased why would Amazon care at that point? Apple did not get a cut of the money?

 

[Black Belt]

No doubt. I can't find any new information on this other than a thread on Amazon with a ton of people complaining about it. Amazon needs to make a public announcement about it. One way or the other.

If you want it, clog their service lines!

 

[campyguy]

Can you purchase movies via Amazon Prime or does it the viewing come free when you purchase your Amazon Prime from Amazon?

If it is the later, why would Amazon care where you watch the video as long as you are using your prime account to do it?

If you can purchase content via Amazon Prime, allow the free or already purchased content only to be played on your ATV4.

Just like what they do when you try to buy a kindle book via the app. You have to go outside the app, purchase and then you can come back in and read it. If it is already purchased why would Amazon care at that point? Apple did not get a cut of the money?

Good luck getting a straight answer, but my surmised answer is "no". Read on a bit...

Amazon's video offerings are "Amazon Video" (not included in Prime), "Amazon Prime Video" (included in Prime - duh), and "Amazon.com Disc+ On Demand". The first is related to your purchases and the "Amazon.com Disc+ On Demand" offering - some, but not all DVD purchases include digital copies - the big catch AFAIK is that the digital version is SD-only (http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html?docId=1000454101) - kind of like Amazon's CD offerings in that you buy a participating CD and you'll get an MP3 download to "enjoy now".

I've sampled a couple of their Disc+ viewings and they were painful to watch on my HDTV, but the DVDs were much better in quality - I'll never watch one of Amazon's Disc+ options again.

I use the Amazon Video app on my Tivo Bolt - all of my viewing options are available on it, including my Prime Video (movie and TV show) options. Prime Video shows are so much nicer to watch on my Bolt than any of the Disc+ viewings that I've had - 1080p at a minimum. Hope that helps?!

 

[Rigby]

Just like what they do when you try to buy a kindle book via the app. You have to go outside the app, purchase and then you can come back in and read it. If it is already purchased why would Amazon care at that point? Apple did not get a cut of the money?

My guess is that Amazon wants people to be able to purchase and rent movies in the living room without jumping through hoops (note that you can't easily buy/rent digital movies using your phone or iPad while sitting on the couch either, since the Amazon shopping app is subject to the same restrictions and hence doesn't allow purchases of digital content). They want to offer the full store experience and not a crippled view-only app that puts them at a disadvantage compared to the iTunes store.

 

[iSRS]

My guess is that Amazon wants people to be able to purchase and rent movies in the living room without jumping through hoops (note that you can't easily buy/rent digital movies using your phone or iPad while sitting on the couch either, since the Amazon shopping app is subject to the same restrictions and hence doesn't allow purchases of digital content). They want to offer the full store experience and not a crippled view-only app that puts them at a disadvantage compared to the iTunes store.

Not blaming the wrong company. Amazon has apps on the iPhone and iPad apps. This is, literally, no different.

And, yes, renting from Amazon from my iPad on the couch is just as easy. The iPad has this great app. Maybe you should try it. It's called Safari. I've done it plenty of times. (Usually when I have credits). So why not just do the right thing for their customers?

I would actually say it is easier on an iPad. It has a keyboard and touch!

 

[Rigby]

Not blaming the wrong company. Amazon has apps on the iPhone and iPad apps. This is, literally, no different.

As was already mentioned several times, it is very different. The iOS apps are a complementary service, primarily to allow people to bring their existing content while traveling etc.. Streaming devices and smart TVs are where the battle for the future of home entertainment is fought.

And, yes, renting from Amazon from my iPad on the couch is just as easy. The iPad has this great app. Maybe you should try it. It's called Safari.

Browsing web pages, entering passwords etc. on the iPad is far less convenient than buying or renting a movie with a single click on the remote.

 

[countryside]

Am I correct in saying that all payments have to go through Apple (like 30% of cost)? So, that may be the an issue. The iOS app for example doesn't let people buy movies in it.

 

[Razorhog]

This is great, that eliminates my biggest problem with Apple TV. Now if they could do something about the touchy remote. I can't pick the thing up without bringing up the on screen display or scrubbing the playhead. Plus I always seem to get it upside-down unless I look at it.

I put a piece of red electrical tape around the bottom of the remote. Looking at it or feeling it makes it obvious which end is up.

 

[Razeus]

So what's the word on the Amazon Video streaming app coming to the Apple TV. I'm tempted to go with Roku soon, so hopefully an app is in the works, but that talk was 6 months ago.

 

[countryside]

So what's the word on the Amazon Video streaming app coming to the Apple TV. I'm tempted to go with Roku soon, so hopefully an app is in the works, but that talk was 6 months ago.

I know right. I am still hopeful.

 

[Sakurambo-kun]

So what's the word on the Amazon Video streaming app coming to the Apple TV. I'm tempted to go with Roku soon, so hopefully an app is in the works, but that talk was 6 months ago.

There is no word. Given Amazon's refusal to even sell Apple TVs on their store it's pretty clear (to me at least) that there will never be an Amazon Video app on the Apple TV. Buy a Roku.

 

[Razeus]

There is no word. Given Amazon's refusal to even sell Apple TVs on their store it's pretty clear (to me at least) that there will never be an Amazon Video app on the Apple TV. Buy a Roku.

Ya. Roku is the most universal without all the ecosystem lock in.

Plus I want to start buy movies from digital stores and since iTunes movies don't play on roku, I'll be using Google movies for these purchases.

 

[VeryVito]

So what's the word on the Amazon Video streaming app coming to the Apple TV. I'm tempted to go with Roku soon, so hopefully an app is in the works, but that talk was 6 months ago.

Here's the response I got when I inquired via the iOS version of the Amazon Prime Video app's "Contact Support" section (It doesn't say much, but the gist of it seems to be, "Yeah, we're not doing that anytime soon."):

...

I completely agree with your point and I apologize as we are unable to meet your expectations in this case.

I appreciate your inputs regarding this as Customer feedback like yours helps us continue to improve the service we provide, and we're glad you took time to write to us.

However, this is something that we need to take serious consideration for change in how this process works.

To ensure the utmost attention, I’ve forwarded your message to our business team. We're constantly working to improve our digital experience.

I hope as a valuable and responsible customer of amazon you understand our limitations in this case.

Your patience and understanding is greatly appreciated in this matter. We look forward to a very warm and fruitful association with you.

Best regards,
...


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Amazon Prime has always been one of the best deals on the Internet, but in the last few weeks, I've been taking stock of the "free shipping" for which I originally subscribed (years ago!), and it's starting to look like it's not the great deal it once was. Local stores often match (or beat) the Amazon price now, and the video service (while decent) doesn't offer enough to warrant keeping yet-another-set-top-device in play.

I was planning to keep it after hearing about the Apple TV service, but now that it looks like a no-go, I've decided not to include Prime in the budget next go-round.

 

[Razeus]

Here's the response I got when I inquired via the iOS version of the Amazon Prime Video app's "Contact Support" section (It doesn't say much, but the gist of it seems to be, "Yeah, we're not doing that anytime soon."):

...

I completely agree with your point and I apologize as we are unable to meet your expectations in this case.

I appreciate your inputs regarding this as Customer feedback like yours helps us continue to improve the service we provide, and we're glad you took time to write to us.

However, this is something that we need to take serious consideration for change in how this process works.

To ensure the utmost attention, I’ve forwarded your message to our business team. We're constantly working to improve our digital experience.

I hope as a valuable and responsible customer of amazon you understand our limitations in this case.

Your patience and understanding is greatly appreciated in this matter. We look forward to a very warm and fruitful association with you.

Best regards,
...


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Amazon Prime has always been one of the best deals on the Internet, but in the last few weeks, I've been taking stock of the "free shipping" for which I originally subscribed (years ago!), and it's starting to look like it's not the great deal it once was. Local stores often match (or beat) the Amazon price now, and the video service (while decent) doesn't offer enough to warrant keeping yet-another-set-top-device in play.

I was planning to keep it after hearing about the Apple TV service, but now that it looks like a no-go, I've decided not to include Prime in the budget next go-round.

Still a great value to me. The reason? Because I can get stuff on Amazon that's of better quality and cheaper price than a local store - simply because local stores don't carry them.

I bought an Anker Soundcore for my bedroom for $40. I can't walk into a store in Houston and get one. I can find something comparable, but for high prices.

If I need a lens for my camera, guess what. Stores simply don't carry quality lenses anymore. Best Buy only carries mainstream lenses and certainly not anything from Fujifilm.

I needed a portable USB hub. I could walk into Fry's and pay $40 for a quality one. Or get a quality one on Amazon made by Anker for $10.

I wanted a portable hard drive by Western Digital in White. My local stores don't seem to carry that color. Amazon did.

It really is a shame how retail stores don't carry as many brands anymore.