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Netflix tests clampdown on password sharing

4 weeks ago

Netflix tests clampdown on password sharing

Netflix might soon take an uncompromising position on password sharing, as the company this week began to test a verification system designed to dissuade the common practice.

By AppleInsider Staff | 4 weeks ago

Apple TV+ ranks low in streaming industry surveys despite market boom

2 months ago

Apple TV+ ranks low in streaming industry surveys despite market boom

The majority of streaming service customers subscribe to Netflix but only 14% can say the same for Apple TV+, according to a new J.D. Power survey.

By Mike Peterson | 2 months ago

Netflix reportedly testing spatial audio support for AirPods Pro, AirPods Max

2 months ago

Netflix reportedly testing spatial audio support for AirPods Pro, AirPods Max

Netflix is reportedly testing spatial audio support for AirPods Max and AirPods Pro users, and may launch the feature with a "small catalog" in the spring.

By Mike Peterson | 2 months ago

New EU legislation proposes 30% 'European content' minimum for Apple TV+, Netflix

4 months ago

New EU legislation proposes 30% 'European content' minimum for Apple TV+, Netflix

In an attempt to level the playing field for European content creators, EU lawmakers are proposing legislation that would require streaming services like Apple TV+ and Netflix to feature 30% European content or face a European Union customer block.

By Amber Neely | 4 months ago

Vietnam accuses Netflix, Apple TV+ of skirting taxes in the country

5 months ago

Vietnam accuses Netflix, Apple TV+ of skirting taxes in the country

Vietnam has accused Netflix and Apple of skirting tax responsibilities in the country, claiming that it adds unfair competition for domestic companies.

By Mike Peterson | 5 months ago

Netflix raises monthly price of standard plan to $13.99, premium to $17.99

5 months ago

Netflix raises monthly price of standard plan to $13.99, premium to $17.99

Netflix on Thursday raised the price of its standard and premium plans to $13.99 and $17.99, representing a hike of $1 and $2, respectively.

By Mike Peterson | 5 months ago

Mac with T2 Security Chip required to play 4K Netflix streams in macOS Big Sur

6 months ago

Mac with T2 Security Chip required to play 4K Netflix streams in macOS Big Sur

Those looking forward to streaming Netflix content in 4K HDR with the upcoming macOS Big Sur operating system will need a Mac with Apple's T2 Security Chip, limiting the feature to recently released hardware.

By AppleInsider Staff | 6 months ago

Netflix hires former Apple exec Bozoma Saint John as chief marketing officer

9 months ago

Netflix hires former Apple exec Bozoma Saint John as chief marketing officer

Former Apple executive and marketing veteran Bozoma Saint John is joining Netflix.

By Mike Peterson | 9 months ago

Apple reportedly trying to fill Apple TV+ with content back catalog

10 months ago

Apple reportedly trying to fill Apple TV+ with content back catalog

Apple TV+ subscribers may have a larger collection of shows to watch in the future, with claims Apple is in talks to license existing movies and TV shows, to bulk up its catalog in a similar way to Netflix and Disney+.

By Malcolm Owen | 10 months ago

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M1 benchmarks prove Apple Silicon outclasses nearly all current Intel Mac chips

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Netflix cuts video bitrates in Europe due to social distancing demand

1 year ago

Netflix cuts video bitrates in Europe due to social distancing demand

Netflix is complying with a European Union request to lower video streaming quality in an effort to ease the strain on networks on the continent.

By Mike Peterson | 1 year ago

Apple TV+ team boosted by hiring of Netflix platform engineer

1 year ago

Apple TV+ team boosted by hiring of Netflix platform engineer

Apple is continuing to add more employees to its roster for the Apple TV+ project, with the latest hire Ruslan Meshenberg, an engineer who worked on Netflix's streaming platform.

By Malcolm Owen | 1 year ago

Disney+ touts more than 10 million subscribers day after launch

1 year ago

Disney+ touts more than 10 million subscribers day after launch

The new subscription television service from Disney has blown past 10 million subscribers within its first 24 hours of operation.

By William Gallagher | 1 year ago

Editorial: Samsung hasn't copied Apple TV+ yet, but it's only a matter of time

1 year ago

Editorial: Samsung hasn't copied Apple TV+ yet, but it's only a matter of time

It's not true that Samsung copies absolutely everything Apple ever does. Apart from Apple TV+, though, we're struggling to find another exception — and there are reasons to think TV won't be safe for long, either.

By William Gallagher | 1 year ago

Netflix says Apple TV+, others to accelerate transition away from traditional TV

1 year ago

Netflix says Apple TV+, others to accelerate transition away from traditional TV

Netflix in a letter to investors released on Wednesday said new entrants into the streaming space, including Apple TV+, will help accelerate what it believes to be an inevitable shift away from traditional linear television.

By Mikey Campbell | 1 year ago

Editorial: Why Apple created Apple TV+ rather than buying Netflix

1 year ago

Editorial: Why Apple created Apple TV+ rather than buying Netflix

As movie downloads and rentals shift to streaming subscriptions, Apple has to maintain the relevance of its iOS, tvOS and macOS platforms in being able to play popular content. But why did it start from scratch in creating Apple TV+ rather than simply using its huge pile of cash to snatch up Netflix?

By Daniel Eran Dilger | 1 year ago

Editorial: The new Services — Why Apple created Apple TV+

1 year ago

Editorial: The new Services — Why Apple created Apple TV+

Apple's announcement of series of original new content projects for its upcoming Apple TV+ subscription service raises two questions: why would Apple want to be in that business, and why didn't it just acquire Netflix, the established leader in that space?

By Daniel Eran Dilger | 1 year ago

Here's how to get started with your new Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD

1 year ago

Here's how to get started with your new Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD

Apple doesn't provide everything you need right in the box with the Apple TV, and a perfect set-up can be a little fiddly. Then when you're hooked on how well it works, Apple TV has some nice extra touches that make viewing even better.

By William Gallagher | 1 year ago

Foxconn's Wisconsin adventures, iCloud spy chip allegations fallout, Geert Bevin of Moog, & more on the AppleInsider Podcast

1 year ago

Foxconn's Wisconsin adventures, iCloud spy chip allegations fallout, Geert Bevin of Moog, & more on the AppleInsider Podcast

This week on the AppleInsider Podcast, Victor and William talk about Super Micro moving manufacturing out of China, Foxconn's adventures in Wisconsin, and Victor interviews Geert Bevin of Moog about interface design.

By Victor Marks | 1 year ago