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I've searched through a number of earlier threads and the opinions seem to change with technology and time.
I'm considering dumping my DirecTV for Netflix to watch TV shows and movies. I'm not a huge TV watcher, but it seems I mostly use DTV for sporting events. I used to get the NFL Sunday ticket but I think its gotten too expensive, so I just go to a sports bar now.
Anyhow, as I start I was going to watch on my computer which has ATT DSL service. Been hearing we may get UVerse in the next year or so. Are there any issues with accessing movies or shows (Breaking Bad, Sons of Anarchy, or Justified). How does it work for HBO or Showtime series?
Are there delays in the distribution or do we download or stream?
Later I may try to move the service to my flatscreens...any big issues there?
I've searched through a number of earlier threads and the opinions seem to change with technology and time.
I'm considering dumping my DirecTV for Netflix to watch TV shows and movies. I'm not a huge TV watcher, but it seems I mostly use DTV for sporting events. I used to get the NFL Sunday ticket but I think its gotten too expensive, so I just go to a sports bar now.
Anyhow, as I start I was going to watch on my computer which has ATT DSL service. Been hearing we may get UVerse in the next year or so. Are there any issues with accessing movies or shows (Breaking Bad, Sons of Anarchy, or Justified). How does it work for HBO or Showtime series?
Are there delays in the distribution or do we download or stream?
Later I may try to move the service to my flatscreens...any big issues there?
Thanks.
I would say that if you are currently watching shows you may have some trouble switching to Netflix. They dont have current seasons of most shows. As an example, if you are watching season 4 of XYZ show it wont be available on Netflix for streaming until season 5 is about to start.
Best thing to do is to review their library and see if it works for you.
As far as switching to a flatscreen, there are countless devices you can purchase to connect to the tv that will access Netflix.
I would say that if you are currently watching shows you may have some trouble switching to Netflix. They dont have current seasons of most shows. As an example, if you are watching season 4 of XYZ show it wont be available on Netflix for streaming until season 5 is about to start.
Best thing to do is to review their library and see if it works for you.
As far as switching to a flatscreen, there are countless devices you can purchase to connect to the tv that will access Netflix.
Hulu Plus may be better for you, they have current shows but do have short commercials. The price is the same as Netflix streaming and you can try it with your 1 week free option.
Agree with mag32gie with Hulu Plus if you want to watch current show. Netflix is great for reruns or shows you never bother to watch when it was still on tv and now would like to finally watch it.
Try the free Netflix 1 week offer to see if you like it. Usually, they will not carry the HBO or Showtime TV shows because of contract disputes.
Just to clarify Showtime doesnt make ANY shows they own available to Netflix. They are pushing their own
"Showtime Anytime" app. Once a show ends its run they make it available (Dexter is a perfect example).
There are some exceptions to this rule. When "Weeds" aired it was available on Showtime because Showtime didnt own the series. Lionsgate did.
Generally speaking though, if it is airing on Showtime today ("Shameless" for example) it will not be available on Netflix.
I cant speak for HBO but with their HBOGO app Im sure it is the same situation.
You can only get HBO online if you subscribe to the channel with a tv package, which defeats the purpose.
It doesnt really defeat the purpose. It is meant as an "on demand" service for their customers.
That said they are experimenting with offering it without subscribing to the cable channel. It is pretty expensive starting at like $30/mo. It is not available everywhere though.
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