Because sometimes we don’t own the tv we are airplaying to, don’t want to log into it, etc. Like in an office, a hotel, etc.
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Netflix App for iOS No Longer Supports AirPlay Because of 'Technical Limitations' [Updated With Netflix Statement]
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I’m a little bit confused about what the issue is. If you have an Apple TV, why wouldn’t you just use the app? Airplay has never been a seamless or convenient experience - at least for me.
I don’t know about you, but I can’t randomly install apps on other people’s apple tv’s (like in an office, a hotel room, etc.) when I want to show something on Netflix.
Technical limitations is a lame excuse? Someone should let NASA know so they can’t get that mars mission going this week.
Which one is still around? I thought as of now they aren’t renewing any more?
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Except there are no technical limitations. They actually had to go out of their way to prevent it from working.
They let you connect your device to their AppleTV via AirPlay, but won’t let you install an app that doesn’t require allowing access to a stranger’s device?
Why the outrage? Anybody who could Airplay Netflix can still play it directly from the same device. My guess is that they are looking to expand the onscreen overlay for new information or interactions. They may also be looking to change codecs.
In any case I think very few users will be affected.
In any case I think very few users will be affected.
I use my iPhone as a remote control. For me it's very convenient instead of having to use my Apple TV remote.
You're right that AirPlay has been a last-resort that will likely not be missed very much, but their excuse of "technical limitations" is likely a lie, and this move is to put pressure on Apple.
How do I know? Netflix will continue to work on Chromecast without any problems.
You use to be able to hold down the back button while in the Apple TV menu and go straight to the Screen saver. They removed that feature on Apple TV. Why? Why would they offer a near feature only to take it away?
If you use the Remote app on your phone, you get the best of both worlds...
Works fine for me. The only issue I have is no 4K on my 5K iMac, but that’s Apple’s fault for not allowing it for some stupid reason. They don’t even allow 4K in iTunes on the Mac.
Well, un-limit it!!! This is how I stream everything. Guess I'll have to use the crappy Apple TV app for Netflix now. losers.
Yes. Every monitor in our offices supports airplay via appletv. We use them for display PowerPoint, etc. None allow me to install an app.
It’s weird that anyone would watch Netflix this way. The AppleTV Netflix app is great, the iOS remote works great with AppleTV. I’m surprised anyone even noticed.
Because I’m a developer, and the only way to block video from playing from your app when you mirror your entire device is to affirmatively block it.
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Never took a device to a friend’s house and wanted to screencast? Or do you just give him your Netflix credentials?
Airplay for Netflix is an issue primarily when it’s not your own Apple TV. It happens.
Another scenario is if your internet is down but your lte is not.
Wasn't Netflix planning on creating a mobile only subscription? This move would make sense since ppl would just be able to Airplay their content to a TV while paying less, specially now that Airplay is being supported by several TV manufactures.
Shots fired! Apple you’re next... remove the Netflix app from the store maybe?
I use the Apple TV2, and although it does have a Netflix app, I find the iOS app much easier to use.
This is still customer hostile behaviour, taking away options.
This is still customer hostile behaviour, taking away options.