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Is there an app for viewing Netflix on the Iconia? I tried to view Netflix from the browser and received an error about formatting for this device.
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Nothing official from them yet. I've seen a leaked app, but it didn't work on my Samsung Fascinate.
Unless Google comes up with some blanket deal with Netflix, the process for portable devices is device specific:
1. Device must have the proper DRM keys and chipset for adequate streaming & playback.
2. OEM must submit the device for approval and pay Netlfix for the set-up and Netflix server access.
It would be cool if this changed, but Google would have to pay up, since already tons of iPhones, iPad and iPods using the service. LG is the only Android OEM to get Netlfix approval with their Revolution.
You can use Playon Mobile to watch Netflix on your Android device temporarily. You'll have to pay for it though after the trial is done. I think you pay annually and then you get access to PlayOn on pretty much any device the whole time. Hulu, Netflix, and Amazon VOD should work this way.
PlayOn is nice, but less efficient than a straight Netflix app (need to have your host computer on to network off of for PlayOn). Still better than nothing and provides more options for content.
People waiting for a working Netflix app will probably not be happy. OEMs have to pay up and the chipset must be qualified.
i have a netflix app for my G2 which works great. It also worked on my Nook Color. But it doesnt work on my brand new acer. It says my device isnt supported.
minotauri said:
i have a netflix app for my G2 which works great. It also worked on my Nook Color. But it doesnt work on my brand new acer. It says my device isnt supported.
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The actual Netflix app that stream movies from Netflix, or just the rental management?
android netflix
the app is out and netflix said they are going to add phones/devices
i guess netflix finally figured out that android is the real deal
FYI, I've installed the apk directly on my device and it will not play videos on the A500 currently. You click to launch a video and the screen flickers and then goes back to the page you were on before clicking play.
They have only released Netflix for select phones. Don't even bother trying it on the a500, it won't work.
rushless said:
The actual Netflix app that stream movies from Netflix, or just the rental management?
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this was the leaked official app from the LG phone. but like others said, the official release is out now but only supports certain phones.
Yeah, Work's great on my Nexus one hope they release an optimized honeycomb version for A500 soon...
Works really well on my evo. Even the hdmi out is nice. Hopefully netflix will show some tablet love soon.
I suspect the problem is with the tegra and not the os. It may not be optimized to be decoded on our tablets yet, but I guess software may be a limitation also. Does the optimus 2x have a netflix app? That might be more useful for us to try if it does...just a thought?
There's been a work around that can get it to work w/ other non-supported devices posted over at android police (would post link, but I don't have enough posts under my belt). Haven't tried it yet, so no idea if it works for the A500.
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I tried the work around. No dice. Tried both build props for HTC vision and Nexus S. Worked on my G tablet running CyanogenMod 7 though.
It does not work on the gTablet that uses Froyo, either.
Netflix is SUPPOSED to be device specific, but there has already been hacks for Droid X (certain rooted roms it works). Folks that should be ticked are official rom users that own bloatware infested devices that use Blockbuster.
Blockbuster bloated devices will probably "never" see official support for Netflix, but rooters might luck out.
Netflix works great on my Incredible, but it is an officially supported device.
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It does not work on the gTablet that uses Froyo, either.
Netflix is SUPPOSED to be device specific, but there has already been hacks for Droid X (certain rooted roms it works). Folks that should be ticked are official rom users that own bloatware infested devices that use Blockbuster.
Blockbuster bloated devices will probably "never" see official support for Netflix, but rooters might luck out.
Netflix works great on my Incredible, but it is an officially supported device.
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Well....the blockbuster infected Evo was added to the list yesterday....so I wouldn't give up.
For those that have a subscription there are options, but as mentioned it does require a host computer
minotauri said:
i have a netflix app for my G2 which works great. It also worked on my Nook Color. But it doesnt work on my brand new acer. It says my device isnt supported.
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have you tried the method mentioned today 5/13 about changing a line to HTC vision or nexus s?
you can find this over androidguys.
Got the 3.1 update this morning and I've noticed that i dont have the movie rentals tab in the market or the new videos app. I checked to make sure the system actually upgraded and it definitely did. Widget resizing, browser tweaks, even the changes to the marketplace are now in effect, but no movie rental section.
Anyone else? What gives?
Support is supposed to be available in the near future as per the Motorola User forums: https://supportforums.motorola.com/thread/50036
Motorola XOOM users on Wi-Fi-only devices: Android 3.1 software update rolling out now in phases. Enhancements include full support for the final release of Adobe® Flash® Player 10.2, resizable widgets and more. Support for the new movie rentals service from Android Market will become available in the near future. Additional release notes available here from Google.
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Not to be rude, but there are plenty of posts for this specific topic in this forum. Probably on page 2.
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WIFI XOOM Now HAS Movies
i just notice today that my wifi only xoom now has the movies tab. i was able to run throught a few of them. but didn't attempt to click on any. i know the 3G xoom has been enjoying this for a few weeks now. but we the wifi only xoom has just now started to get this, atleast that how it seem to me. i was on the market last night and didn't see it, but i sure did today, not even earlier in the day. i notice it this afternoon. so i think it was just roll out today afternoon. eitherway i hope others with wifi only xoom are getting this update in the market. btw i am wifi xoom, stock everything.
Yes, I noticed this morning that I had the movies app, as well. I rented a movie but haven't tried to watch it yet. We will see what happens. It's about time!!!!
hey guys just wondering if they is a working netflix hack because i used the hacked version and it told me that i needed to update in order to use and then i tried to update and said netflix not found so i am wondering is there something i am missing
There is a hack that works on Froyo and Gingerbread devices by modifying the build.prop file to make it look like a supported Nexus S or HTC Vision phone (worked great on my Nook Color). But I don't think there is similar trick for Honeycomb yet, because Netflix hasn't approved any Honeycomb tablet yet.
Rumor is the Galaxy Tab 10.1 will get Netflix first. If so, then maybe modifying the build.prop to identify the Transformer as a Galaxy Tab 10.1 might work.
yeah i did get it to work on my optimus s just fine but the 3.0 is having some issues
A gross work around is to use the free app that came with your transformer, the splashtop remote app. You remotely connect and control your other PC or laptop and open the netflix app on the pc instead. The sound and screen come through quite well really.
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yeah but how does it work when you're remotely connecting to your network from outside the network over a 3g connection?
I got the same message. Before I always got a error # message. I uninstalled it then tried getting the one in the market and says not available in my country (Canada). Voted with my wallet and canceled and told them that I would reactivate when it becomes available on the Transformer. To be honest the selection is so poor in Canada I hardly used it.
sync problems
I tried using the splashtop remote app too - but pic and voice were out of sync (Was fine on my desktop). I'll wait for the hack.
Ravynmagi said:
There is a hack that works on Froyo and Gingerbread devices by modifying the build.prop file to make it look like a supported Nexus S or HTC Vision phone (worked great on my Nook Color). But I don't think there is similar trick for Honeycomb yet, because Netflix hasn't approved any Honeycomb tablet yet.
Rumor is the Galaxy Tab 10.1 will get Netflix first. If so, then maybe modifying the build.prop to identify the Transformer as a Galaxy Tab 10.1 might work.
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It has nothing to do about the app not being "approved for any Honeycomb tablet" the problem is that all the honeycomb tablets are featuring NVIDIA Tegra 2 and apparently its missing DRM to protect the content on Netflix. That's whats delaying the app from being 100% on HC tablets.
zephiK said:
It has nothing to do about the app not being "approved for any Honeycomb tablet" the problem is that all the honeycomb tablets are featuring NVIDIA Tegra 2 and apparently its missing DRM to protect the content on Netflix. That's whats delaying the app from being 100% on HC tablets.
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Whoops, you just got a free "thanks". I clicked the wrong button. ;-)
I'd love to see an authoritative source for this. From what I've read, the "hardware DRM" story was nonsense, for example:
http://www.tested.com/news/tested-netflix-streaming-finally-arrives-on-android/2315/
I use Splashtop for Netflix but it will not allow you to enable full screen on windows media center cause of RD.
dazz87 said:
I use Splashtop for Netflix but it will not allow you to enable full screen on windows media center cause of RD.
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Interesting, hadn't noticed that. If you use Netflix in a web browser, there's no such problem though, it's just media center that has the issue. So full-screen netflix is possible on the tab.
knoxploration said:
Interesting, hadn't noticed that. If you use Netflix in a web browser, there's no such problem though, it's just media center that has the issue. So full-screen netflix is possible on the tab.
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Doh I totally forgot about web browser, been using media center. Thanks..
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Whoops, you just got a free "thanks". I clicked the wrong button. ;-)
I'd love to see an authoritative source for this. From what I've read, the "hardware DRM" story was nonsense, for example:
http://www.tested.com/news/tested-netflix-streaming-finally-arrives-on-android/2315/
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"Netflix is using the Tegra 2 development platform to bring the Netflix experience to Android super phones and tablets. We're working closely with NVIDIA to ensure Netflix takes full advantage of Tegra's outstanding acceleration and security capabilities." -- Greg Peters, Vice President, Product Development at Netflix
http://pressroom.nvidia.com/easyir/...prid=704926&releasejsp=release_157&xhtml=true
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I don't think its bogus. It says security capabilities that can only mean DRM?
zephiK said:
It has nothing to do about the app not being "approved for any Honeycomb tablet" the problem is that all the honeycomb tablets are featuring NVIDIA Tegra 2 and apparently its missing DRM to protect the content on Netflix. That's whats delaying the app from being 100% on HC tablets.
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Has nothing to do with Tegra 2. I have had Netflix working on my Viewsonic Gtablet running cyanogen 7.3 and tegra 2 processors for over a month now.
First day with transformer. I use Slacker extensively on my DX but Market doesn't show me any love. Hoping it is temporary issue. Anybody know if it is not supported?
Not not have Honeycomb support. You could e-mail the dev to ask if they are working on a Honeycomb tablet compatible app.
Thanks. I didn't realize that some apps would not be available on Honeycomb tablets.
I guess I shouldn't be surprised given that many apps for iPhones don't run on iPad (excluding the 2X option).
You could use Pandora for now...
Hey there, fellas (and ladies!)! Are you tablet owners tired of that fact that the Android Market still does not have a dedicated tablet app section yet? I got tired of that very fast, and I decided, back in January, to open a website that would become the web's largest database providing users with nothing but applications that are designed to work on Android tablets. I've fought and struggled to make everything work just like it should, and finally, I feel that it's in a position where I can open it up to the masses.
I'm here today to present to you my app, which is live on the market right now. This app is called Android Tablet Apps, and, as the title states, you'll be able to browse all of the Android tablet applications That I have added to my website.
You can download the application from the market via this link:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.androidtabapps.tablink
Please, if you have any comments or suggestions, leave them below, and I will consider them. I am open to anything you have to say.
This app is compatible with both phones AND tablets, running android 2.2+. I didn't feel the need to restrict the app to just tablets, because a lot of us tablet owners also have phones and it would be nice to browse tablet apps sometimes, when you don't have your tablet, right?
Should probably reserve this post for any future need.
Market install issue
Thank you for creating this app. I have downloaded it from the market and the market indicates it is installed, but it does not show up on my tablet... Am using an Acer Iconia A500 with a rooted stock rom, so I am unsure of how to test this,
Thanks,
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Rebooted, went back and tried the third time and finally installed.
I really wish I could debug that problem, because I have the exact same problem on my tablet, too. (I've the a500 as well).
Very good app. Installed without a hitch on my A501.
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(Acer Iconia A501 + Samsung Galaxy S I9000T)
Very nice app man, sweet presentation! Thanks
Bill
How is this different from Tablet Market?
Your market description says "Android Tablet Apps is your number one source, as well as the FIRST source online, for Android tablet applications and games".
How is this different from the Tablet Market app that I've been using for months?
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.andromo.dev86.app119
From the screenshots, yours does look nicer.
composer47 said:
Your market description says "Android Tablet Apps is your number one source, as well as the FIRST source online, for Android tablet applications and games".
How is this different from the Tablet Market app that I've been using for months?
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.andromo.dev86.app119
From the screenshots, yours does look nicer.
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From the looks of that app and its website, there's no web interface that tablet owners can use to browse tablet apps. Our web interface is located at www.androidtabapps.com and as mentioned, I've had it up and running since January 2011.
I haven't actually seen that app before, so I couldn't tell you how its functionality differs from mine or anything.
I appreciate your compliment, as well as all other compliments in this thread.
I believe I will be implementing a search option very soon. This search will work on both the tablet and phone version of my application, and it should be released very soon. Also, I think I am going to rework some of the functionality of the app, so be on the lookout for the new update notification when I upload the next version. I'll also post here, that there's an update available, and explain the changes in my second post in the beginning of this thread.
Again, all suggestions are welcome. If you have an idea on how I can improve my app for you, PLEASE let me know, either via this thread, or via the email that's in my app details on the Market.
there's also Tablified (both app + website) to also disprove this one being the first. All that aside though, this app looks quite promising and there's alot of good content, although if I were to be picky, I noticed a few apps not specifically made for tablets. Also, I wish the Market links would open the Market app rather than the website. Just my 2 cents... Looks nice though. I'll definitely be keeping it and looking forward to future updates. Thanks for sharing!
I'd like to take just a moment to counter the claimin post #9. My website has been live since January 6, 2011, while the other site mentioned has been online since July 21, 2011. I am not sure when they released their app as I obviously haven't followed them closely enough, but I can definitly back my claim as being the first source onthe internet for Android tablet apps
I would also like to thank you for your compliments about my app, and I will definitely change the link structure to open app links in your native Market app, rather than the web Market. This change will take place this weekend. Thanks for your suggestion!!
Bloodflame, can you name those apps that we accidentally added that aren't for tablets? Ill review them and remove them. Thanks