[ad_1] Breton also called on streaming services, including Netflix and YouTube, to do what they can to prevent additional strain on Europe’s internet infrastructure. Breton told Politico he spoke to Netflix CEO Reed Hastings about the issue, with a second call planned sometime in the next few days. “Streaming platforms, telecom operators and users, we […]
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Broadcom lawsuit blames your Netflix habit for a drop in chip sales
[ad_1] Netflix has declined to comment. Broadcom said it alerted Netflix to the alleged violations in September, but that the internet service had turned down attempts to negotiate a patent license. The lawsuit might not go Broadcom’s way. The chip producer sued a string of TV makers in 2017 for supposed patent violations, but Vizio […]
Netflix pauses production on ‘Stranger Things,’ other shows due to coronavirus
[ad_1] The affected shows include viewer favorite Stranger Things, which had to shut down its fourth season’s production, as well as supernatural detective series Lucifer and Groundhog Day-esque comedy drama Russian Doll. Shows being filmed outside the US and Canada like The Witcher, however, are reportedly being assessed on a case by case basis. Netflix […]
Netflix rolls out its cheaper mobile-only plan in the Philippines and Thailand
[ad_1] According Filipino publication BusinessWorld, the company announced the plan’s rollout during a video teleconference from Los Angeles, California. Patrick Flemming, Netflix Director for Product Innovation, told reporters that Filipinos watch Netflix on their mobile devices over three hours a day and twice as much as the rest of the world. Budget-friendly smartphones are common […]
Netflix will end ‘Lost in Space’ with a third season in 2021
[ad_1] It’s also not the end for Estrin’s work with Netflix. On top of the renewal, he has signed a “multi-year” deal to create more Netflix exclusives. Estrin didn’t hint at what those shows might entail. Lost in Space hasn’t been a critical darling for Netflix. With some exceptions, its average responses on Metacritic and […]
Netflix, Apple reportedly pull out of SXSW 2020
[ad_1] While the SXSW 2020 festival is still scheduled to take place, a couple more big names are reportedly taking a pass on the event in a couple of weeks. Outlets like Variety, Deadline and The Hollywood Reporter have confirmed that both Apple and Netflix have canceled, abandoning plans for panels and premieres for highly-anticipated […]
‘Castlevania: Symphony of the Night’ unexpectedly arrives on mobile
[ad_1] As The Verge notes, Symphony of the Night was the first Castlevania game from writer and director Koji “Iga” Igarashi. Its launch saw the series shift away from pure action to more exploration and adventure — a popular move that led to the production of countless homages from indie developers, and subsequently the ultra-successful […]
Netflix is hosting a live comedy festival in Los Angeles this spring
[ad_1] 100+ live shows. LA’s most iconic venues. One packed week. Netflix Is A Joke Fest is no joke. pic.twitter.com/sIt0jZjx09 — Netflix Is A Joke (@NetflixIsAJoke) March 2, 2020 Comedians including Pete Davidson, Jamie Foxx, Arsenio Hall, Norm Macdonald, David Letterman, Amy Schumer, Michelle Wolf and Ali Wong are slated to perform. They’ll take the […]
Netflix previews interactive ‘Carmen Sandiego’ special
[ad_1] In the episode, Carmen has to steal for the Villains International League of Evil (V.I.L.E.) who captured her crew, Ivy and Zack, and threatened to turn them into becoming its operatives if she doesn’t comply. Its Netflix page says the episode runs for 30 minutes, but you can obviously stretch that by replaying and […]
Netflix’s daily-updating Top 10 lists roll out worldwide
[ad_1] Netflix will update the list daily, and when you click on the Movies or TV tab, you’ll see separate lists for those categories. The position of the list will vary depending on how relevant the titles are to you, and titles that make the cut will get a “Top 10” badge, so you’ll be […]