PS3 is #1 for Netflix streaming

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Sony have announced that the PlayStation 3 has become Netflix biggest streaming platform, beating the PC.

Phil Rosenberg of Sony described it as “a major milestone, and one we’re particularly proud of considering the myriad Netflix-compatible streaming devices on the market”

Netflix was introduced to the PS3 in Novemeber 2009 and has been the primary platform for testing and introducing new features to the service. PS3 Users were the first to test and receive features such as full 1080P video resolution, 5.1 Dolby Digital Plus, post play, second screen controls, on device sign-up and alternate audio options including subtitles.

Netflix CEO Reed Hastings stated that:
“PS3 is our largest TV-connected platform in terms of Netflix viewing, and this year, at times, even surpassed the PC in hours of Netflix enjoyment to become our number one platform overall. PS3 is a natural fit for Netflix in terms of developing and first deploying our most advanced features. We can transparently update our application with new features on a daily basis, and through the free PlayStation Network, people around the world can sign up for Netflix directly from their PS3.”

Earlier this year Netflix brought their service to the PS Vita in the US and added a feature that would allow users to start watching a movie or TV show on their PS3, pause it, then continue watching via their PS Vita.
UK PS Vita owners are disappointed that its taking so long for them receive the same features.

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aundeadrockstarPosted:

haha so true Netflix is the only reason my ps3 even gets turned on

VisionaryMGMTPosted:

How? lol, everyone on my friend list only play Netflix..

PlotPosted:

They This is one of the only things the PS3 is good for.


what are you saying ps3 is amazing for everything

TheyPosted:

This is one of the only things the PS3 is good for.

bbyPosted:

I wish Xbox still had the party option.

OrigamoPosted:

supernini2 Xbox netflix lost people when they got rid party mode on netflix


I know, party mode was quite fun.

supernini2Posted:

Xbox netflix lost people when they got rid party mode on netflix

Wiz-Posted:

Because they're too cheap and have to get a horrible TV service such as this one.

GonzPosted:

Because thats all its good for. haha

OasisPosted:

I prefer to turn off my console go to the cinema and watch the film on a big fck off screen with great surround sound the way it was intended. Never seen the appeal of streaming rubbish content to my console.