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Tried this last night, works great. A bit fiddly but can cast straight from PC once I decide on something
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lestat wrote:Apparently your AU netflix account works on the US version and worldwide, all you need to do is use a DNS spoofing service like Getflix and log into the US site with your AU login.
That's always been the case

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Signed up for both Netflix and Steve :lol: . Gotta say both deliver on selections. But Netflix wins out cause they have console/TV apps and is bandwidth free. Only option I have with Stan without forking out cash is watching it on my tablet.

Really hope Netflix picks up The Xfiles, one series I wanna watch again.
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X-Files is on Netflix US
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guttermouth wrote:Signed up for both Netflix and Steve :lol: . Gotta say both deliver on selections. But Netflix wins out cause they have console/TV apps and is bandwidth free. Only option I have with Stan without forking out cash is watching it on my tablet.

Really hope Netflix picks up The Xfiles, one series I wanna watch again.
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Noticed that both Netflix and Stan have added plenty of tv shows/movies/doco's in past few days. Library is really starting to become diverse. Plenty on my list to watch on both services, including Start Trek original series and next gen on Stan!
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Now that Netflix is out in Australia the Netflix app popped up on my samsung TV. Seems to be limited to 480 SD though. Xbox and PS4 still seem to be the best way (and best quality) to use the service. Have no problems with HD on the console apps even with my 6Mbit connection.
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What usually happens on my ps4 is , it starts in SD then it will change to a higher resolution like 1080p after a minute or so of streaming. Try watching the stream for a few minutes and see if the resolution improves.
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That happens on every device I've tried, seems to be default behavior of the player to only bump up to HD once it assess you've got BW to handle it.

Tried Hola out on PC, works great I can see the full US Netflix store and stream stuff in HD fine.
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I watched multiple episodes of American Dad using the Samsung TV Netflix app and it never went above 480 SD. Can't find anything to say it's limited to SD either. Very Strange.
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lestat wrote:That happens on every device I've tried, seems to be default behavior of the player to only bump up to HD once it assess you've got BW to handle it.

Tried Hola out on PC, works great I can see the full US Netflix store and stream stuff in HD fine.

So you can sign in to US Netflix with your AUS account using a VPN, or have I got that wrong? If so, is it still unmetered?
Mavy wrote:I watched multiple episodes of American Dad using the Samsung TV Netflix app and it never went above 480 SD. Can't find anything to say it's limited to SD either. Very Strange.
Maybe it's limited to to SD then. You could try going into playback settings on Netflix.com.au, and change it from auto to high.

I also tried it on WD Live TV, but there is no way that I'll be using it because the interface is slow and sluggish.
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Mavy wrote:I watched multiple episodes of American Dad using the Samsung TV Netflix app and it never went above 480 SD. Can't find anything to say it's limited to SD either. Very Strange.
Wireless or wired? When I was on 14mb ADSL2 I could barely get 720p on wifi but could easily get 1080p wired after 30 seconds or so

Now I'm on wired cable it hits 1080 pretty quickly.
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Mavy wrote:I watched multiple episodes of American Dad using the Samsung TV Netflix app and it never went above 480 SD. Can't find anything to say it's limited to SD either. Very Strange.
Silly question but how old were the eps?

Show didn't start broadcasting in HD till 2010.
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Eps were from the last season or two. Also tried a bit of how to train your dragon 2. Looked ugly.

Connection is wired but to a wireless access point. Xbox one and ps4 are direct wireless. Both of those have no trouble with HD.
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Hmmm, could be fragrant user error. ;)
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What plan did you purchase, basic plan is only SD. Worth asking...
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I've had no problem with streaming HD simultaneously in both Home Theatre (via Windows 8 app on HTPC, it works a lot better than the Kodi add-on) and in family room (via WD TV Live, my wife is watching Pretty Little Liars in there as I type). I love how it remembers what I'm watching and where I'm up to across multiple devices (also tested it out on my phone and tablet just to see if I could). The WD Live app is a bit clunkier than others but I wouldn't go this far:
flipswitch wrote:I also tried it on WD Live TV, but there is no way that I'll be using it because the interface is slow and sluggish.
Except when typing in email address/password during setup. That was horrible, but it is with a remote control so...

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I am amazed at how well it runs. Sometimes when I watch YouTube or IGN videos in 720p it stops and starts several times while streaming despite internet connection. Netflix has been as smooth as butter!
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Every person I know seems to be getting onboard the Netflix train, the word of mouth is strong and the pricing is great. I can see this really shaking things up.
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How often do they add new content?
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Just watched the arj barker stand up act on there, was in tears... That guy cracks me up, and it has just a 1 star rating? Wtf?

Anyway, streamed without issue, nice interface, wife is impressed... So all positive here!!
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I love how much Arj Barker loves Aussies. We saw his show here (at a venue where the first ever Pong machine was installed!) and he just constantly mentioned Aussies/Australia during his gig and then called us out afterward hearing our accents.
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Yeah he's done a lot of performances here, seems popular and I guess the love is reciprocal.

Heads up, Getflix are doing a 40% off over Easter on their subs, you can use their DNS service to access the US netflix site with your AU account. Code is 'EASTER40'.

I've been using Hola on a HTPC but I'm probably going to grab this sub so i can use my PS4/Xbone, since netflix via chrome doesn't support 5.1. Works out to around $30 for a 12 month sub after discount.

Also http://www.allflicks.net" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; is a handy site, they show what's new and content on all netflix regions.
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cheers for the getflix heads up lestat. I had just signed up to unlocator for a free trial but it looks like getflix does the same thing and is much cheaper. I guess I can try both and report my findings here :thumbsup:
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Hey man, we got it too. Great deal for signing up too.
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