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06-17-2009, 04:43 PM
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High Definition is the definition of life.
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Netflix 5.1 sound?
I was considering picking up Netflix for $9/month streaming over my Xbox. Do the movies play in 5.1, or are they planning an update to do this? I read that they are starting to carry more HD movies at least.
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06-26-2009, 02:09 PM
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High Definition is the definition of life.
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I have been a NetFlix customer before the streaming video stuff. Now with that being said it was a no brain er for me. I haven't really noticed it. I look at a lot of old movies and TV shows. I'll fire up Pearl Harbor in a bit and play closer attention. For me it's no biggie. I'm going to say I haven't noticed it I going to say I doubt think so. I haven't seen any HD stuff. Heck it's worth it. Which is free for me.
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07-27-2009, 10:58 PM
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I love my Samsung HD
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Netflix HD downloads are in Dolby Digital 5.1.
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07-28-2009, 03:47 PM
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High Definition is the definition of life.
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HD downloading?
NetFlix is offering more BluRay discs via US Mail. I have watched a few segments streamed thru Tivo but not enough to state an opinion other than it is watchable. If you want BluRay DVD's by mail then add $3 to your monthly bill. The selection is much greater on disc as well.
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07-31-2009, 03:58 PM
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High Definition is the definition of life.
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08-20-2009, 02:37 PM
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Are you sure about that? According to this link (and from my experience), that is not the case. IME, sound is stereo with voice in center channel (I think)..no sound from rear channels.
http://www.engadget.com/2009/01/19/d...ming-shootout/ Before we crown a winner, it's important to note that Netflix streaming involves a pretty major tradeoff -- a huge part of the movie experience is sound, and Netflix doesn't offer any surround audio at all. You're stuck with stereo no matter what, and while we know Netflix is working it, Quote:
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10-10-2009, 08:51 AM
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How can anyone watch standard def?
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there's always a catch, never used netflix but i did get a free trial offer thats still hanging around, went to the site to look it over but couldnt find a way to view the inventory without signing up, ofcoarse when you sign up that begins your free 15 day trail, from others remark around the net ill just wait and see.
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10-13-2009, 06:37 PM
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High Definition is the definition of life.
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If they offer real 5.1 in the future that's all good and fine. The HD video is pretty darn good on most of them, but certainly not as good as BD or even the best HD broadcasting I've seen. For movies where surround is not that important, selecting Pro Logic works well for me on some movies. There is a fair number of BD movies with lossless audio processing that only have average audio quality overall.
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Netflix HD downloads are in Dolby Digital 5.1.
