Assuming Netflix's library of streamable movies beefs up quite a bit, would you be interested in paying a lower monthly fee for streaming-only access? Don't get too excited, as there aren't any concrete plans yet, but it's looking like a definite possibility.
Netflix CEO Reed Hastings proposed the idea while speaking with Bloomberg, pointing towards late this year to 2010 as a plausible time frame.
What does this mean for you? Seeing as how more than "one million Xbox 360 users have downloaded Netflix software," and Hastings believes "a reasonable discount for [streaming-only access] is not inappropriate at all," it could potentially mean a great deal for those using a 360 to stream video content.
Again, this new pricing model wouldn't be happening any time soon, if it does happen at all, but it's interesting to think about. Would you drop getting DVDs from Netflix if it meant a cheaper monthly rate for streaming movie acess only?
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on topic: I still haven't used my 360's streaming abilities, but that is mostly that my university throttles our internet connection once you download 2 gigs in a day. Also, I don't have a Netflix account yet. That said, if they provided cheaper, streaming only, pricing I would probably join once I am off campus.
I already have netflix and a 360, so if its free why haven't I been abusing it yet??
blows my mind :o
@ Bullettrain - As long as you already get streaming there is no additional cost to use it on ur 360, just get the free software.
Just how limited are we talking with the streaming library? Like "I burned through all the good shit in a week" limited? If so, nevermind.
i'm all about the streaming with the netflix. if you haven't used the actual dvds yet, do so cus they have EVERYTHING. i guarantee they'll have something for you to watch. first of all, i'm sure if you already got an account, they probably won't charge you to stream cus you already get that feature.
if they were to put their entire dvd selection FOR streaming? yeah, then i'd drop my current 3 at a time deal and just go streaming.
anyway, good to meet you all. stripey, say hi to me =P