Netflix to release games via App Store instead of through streaming app

Netflix's plan to release games on iOS will see the titles appearing in the App Store, a report claims, rather than being made available via the video streaming service's app, as will be offered on Android.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 7

Netflix Games debuts on Android on Wednesday, iOS coming later

Netflix's foray into game subscriptions is officially launching on November 3, with its first mobile games rolling out on Android, but iOS subscribers of the video streaming service will have to wait a few more months.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 1

Netflix unveils free-to-stream tier for Android users in Kenya

Netflix on Monday launched a free tier of its streaming service after more than a decade of going without, but the plan comes with about a quarter of the content and will initially be limited to Android users in Kenya.

Mikey Campbell 4 years ago 0

Netflix in-app gaming initiative starts in Poland with 'Stranger Things'

Netflix on Thursday sent up a trial balloon for its fledgling push into the mobile gaming market with the rollout of two Android games based on its popular "Stranger Things" series.

AppleInsider Staff 4 years ago 0

Netflix enables Spatial Audio support for iPhone and iPad

Netflix on Wednesday began to roll out Spatial Audio support on its iPhone and iPad apps, offering users with compatible AirPods models an immersive listening experience when watching TV shows, movies and other content.

Mikey Campbell 4 years ago 9

Apple to win bidding war for Sue Mengers biopic package, report says

Apple and its Apple TV+ streaming arm are in advanced talks to purchase rights to a hotly contested biopic about legendary Hollywood agent Sue Mengers and starring Oscar Award-winner Jennifer Lawrence, according to a report on Friday.

AppleInsider Staff 4 years ago 0

Netflix to offer original mobile games to subscribers for free

Netflix on Tuesday offered additional details on its push into gaming, saying its first steps will be to create original titles that existing subscribers can access at no additional cost.

Mikey Campbell 4 years ago 8

Netflix plans push into gaming, hires former EA and Facebook executive

Netflix is looking to expand its reach beyond movie and television streaming, with the company hiring a former Electronics Arts and Facebook executive to run a new gaming initiative.

Mikey Campbell 4 years ago 2

Apple TV 4K resolution issue fixed in tvOS 14.7 beta

The tvOS 14.7 beta 2 release sent out to developers resolves an issue where 4K video streams were incorrectly showing as only HD on the new Apple TV 4K.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 1

Reviews galore, LeBron James, Netflix Games — This Week in Apple

This week, AppleInsider reviewed all of Apple's recent major product launches, as well as discussed rumors of inbound Beats earbuds, Netflix taking on Apple Arcade, TagVault and Brydge launches, and more.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 0

Netflix considering tackling Apple Arcade with its own gaming service

Streaming video giant Netflix is reportedly developing a videogame service that sources describe as being similar to Apple Arcade.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 7

HBO Max announces $9.99 ad-supported streaming

The current HBO Max streaming service will gain a lower-price edition that comes with adverts, for $9.99 per month. The $5 discount still prices it above most options from rival streaming companies, including Apple TV+.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 12

AT&T's WarnerMedia merging with Discovery in $43B deal to form new streaming service

AT&T is spinning off its remaining WarnerMedia services to create a new streaming service together with Discovery, to compete with Netflix, Apple TV+, and other omnibus streaming services.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 16

Apple scrambled to convince Netflix to keep in-app subscriptions

Emails and documents revealed in the Epic Games v. Apple case showcase the Cupertino tech giant's efforts to convince Netflix to keep using in-app payments on the App Store.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 11

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.

AppleInsider Staff 5 years ago 20

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