I hear you.
But the content providers current business model requires packaging desirable content with mediocre content and then sending that package to content distributors.
Until that business model changes or is disrupted, this will continue.
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I hear you.
But the content providers current business model requires packaging desirable content with mediocre content and then sending that package to content distributors.
Until that business model changes or is disrupted, this will continue.
Of course they would, but someone needs to drag them kicking and screaming into the modern era.
There was an article in the news over here a few weeks ago about our two big networks wanting to negotiate lower rates with studios; they used to pay a lot for "exclusives" and seemed to be happy enough... but these days the likes of Netflix/Hulu offer the same content and the local networks therefore want to pay less since the content isn't really exclusive anymore. It'll be interesting to see how that turns out.
In the industry of broadcast media (incl. air/cable/satellite), you don't drag broadcasters, broadcasters drag you. They are the big dogs with the market majorities and the money to call the shots.
Why do you think Directv can shore up all rights to the NFL market? That's some of the most expensive (if not the most expensive) content available. A streaming app on internet boxes couldn't even provide 10% of that revenue, yet undermine the entire existing market. And for what, so a minority of consumers can enjoy their internet streaming experience at the expense of the majority of broadcast costumers. It goes for all content providers; no reason to give up the goose that lays the golden eggs for a lone golden egg that may hatch in the future.
The amount of exposure available to streaming boxes is still very minuscule compared to the gargantuan markets held by broadcasters. Why would they jeopardize their multi-billion dollar markets they currently enjoy, for a multi-million dollar market that "should" grow, eventually, over time.
As for Apple they provide the services on the Apple TV that content providers agree to. If there's no streaming subscription services yet, it's because no content providers are willing to agree to it yet. No content, no appeal, no service.
You can drag them kicking and screaming only to a point, that point being where they already have contracts that say you can't do what you're trying to do because they've already agreed to a different deal.
Great! I have more channels hidden than on show on my ATV presently, and because of the need to provide a cable provider, looks like Fox will be joining Korean TV and Disney.
I couldnt justify cable for its scores of channels that I dont watch, yet paid for. Ill steer clear of announcements for content that requires a cable connection. I havent missed cable since cutting it.
U don't even have to go into settings anymore. A recent update allows you to hide icons straight from the home screen
U don't even have to go into settings anymore. A recent update allows you to hide icons straight from the home screen
Cool! I updated but didn't know, thanks for the info.
agreed.
Ala carte is a pipe dream for those that don't understand how expensive it is to produce and deliver content.
I'm surprised that they don't just charge there own small fee and do away with cable subscription requirements
friends with logins
Surely you know someone who would let you borrow their login? I know that doesn't solve the issue...
Surely you know someone who would let you borrow their login? I know that doesn't solve the issue...
Haven't tried that! I exchanged tech support for a Comcast login, so that's my deal.
My first reaction!
Finding out that it only works in the US and that you need a cable subscription!
Finding out that it only works in the US and that you need a cable subscription!