FutureFive Australia - Consumer technology news from the future

Netflix Stories - Page 9

Global Stories

Netflix stories

Everything you need to know about video streaming in NZ
Unified Communications

Everything you need to know about video streaming in NZ

Kiwis spoiled for choice with a plethora of video streaming services, from Netflix's global hits to local gems on Lightbox and more.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd May 2015
Netflix ranks NZ streaming speeds
Unified Communications

Netflix ranks NZ streaming speeds

Popular streaming service Netflix has released findings on how Kiwi internet providers stack up in regards to streaming speeds.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 12th May 2015
Is Netflix and co slowing down your internet?
Unified Communications

Is Netflix and co slowing down your internet?

Is TV streaming impacting ISP performance? Large dips in speed evident during peak viewing hours, according to TrueNet.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2015
While you were sleeping: Wall Street erases earlier gains
Wearables

While you were sleeping: Wall Street erases earlier gains

Wall Street fell, giving up earlier gains, as investors positioned themselves for the US corporate earnings season.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Apr 2015
Lightbox drops price on Netflix launch, 2degrees may need online TV too
Unified Communications

Lightbox drops price on Netflix launch, 2degrees may need online TV too

Spark's online television service Lightbox has responded to tomorrow's arrival of newcomer Netflix by dropping its monthly pricing.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2015
Spark cries foul over Netflix GST dodge
Gaming

Spark cries foul over Netflix GST dodge

Spark New Zealand criticizes Netflix for not charging GST on its New Zealand service, giving them a cost advantage over competitors.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2015
Netflix launch date revealed
Gaming

Netflix launch date revealed

Netflix sets New Zealand launch for 24 March, heating up streaming wars with Vodafone-powered access across multiple devices.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2015
Vodafone scores Netflix contract
Gaming

Vodafone scores Netflix contract

Vodafone has today announced it is teaming up with Netflix as the exclusive communications launch partner in New Zealand.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Mar 2015
Slingshot upgrades Global Mode, capitalises on Kiwi Netflix
Digital Entertainment

Slingshot upgrades Global Mode, capitalises on Kiwi Netflix

Slingshot is upgrading its Global Mode service so Kiwi Netflix users can switch between regions - allowing viewers to 'toggle' between versions.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Feb 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Netflix stories

Are TV networks out of step with tech?
Digital Entertainment

Are TV networks out of step with tech?

Ignoring such a public outcry could be seen as a balsy move, or it could highlight just how out of touch with tech mediaworks execs are.

By Patrick Pilcher • 5 min read • Fri, 22nd May 2015
Payday for CallPlus founders in $250M sale to M2
Unified Communications

Payday for CallPlus founders in $250M sale to M2

M2 Group, the ASX-listed voice and data services company, has agreed to acquire New Zealand's Call Plus for $250 million, gaining the nation's third l.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Apr 2015
First 'Netflix Recommended' TVs revealed
Gaming

First 'Netflix Recommended' TVs revealed

Netflix reveals the first batch of TVs with the Netflix Recommended TV designation. Each will bear a Netflix Recommended TV logo in retail stores.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Apr 2015
Samsung ups its TV-streaming game with new deals
Gaming

Samsung ups its TV-streaming game with new deals

Samsung Smart TVs in NZ enhance streaming with exclusive Netflix and PGA Tour apps, offering unrivalled on-demand content.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2015
Netflix goes live in NZ, Xbox jumps on the bandwagon
Gaming

Netflix goes live in NZ, Xbox jumps on the bandwagon

Netflix has officially launched in New Zealand today, accompanied by a number of free trial offerings to lure viewers into subscribing to the service.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2015
Netflix confirms NZ pricing ahead of tomorrow's kiwi launch
Gaming

Netflix confirms NZ pricing ahead of tomorrow's kiwi launch

Netflix set to undercut NZ rivals with launch pricing, starting from $9.99 for its much-anticipated service tomorrow.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
Will users still bypass restrictions to get full access to Netflix shows?
Gaming

Will users still bypass restrictions to get full access to Netflix shows?

Netflix Australia and New Zealand will have an estimated 1600 titles whereas the entire Netflix catalogue totals over 15,200 titles worldwide.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2015
Television NZ expects to resume dividends in 2016, pick up in ad revenue
Marketing Technologies

Television NZ expects to resume dividends in 2016, pick up in ad revenue

Television New Zealand, the state-owned broadcaster, expects to resume dividend payments in 2016, having gained approvals to halt payments in fiscal 2.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Mar 2015
Netflix to add ANZ 'local flavour' - but where's the Kiwi content?
Gaming

Netflix to add ANZ 'local flavour' - but where's the Kiwi content?

There is no confirmed comment yet on what, if any, New Zealand-made content will be made available through Netflix.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Thu, 19th Feb 2015