Netflix Now Available on Nintendo Wii; No HD
Netflix has finally landed on the Nintendo Wii.
Nintendo announced on Monday that Netflix has finally arrived on the Nintendo Wii console. The popular video streaming service, which has already appeared on the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 consoles, will bring the latest movies and TV shows straight to the console at no extra cost for current subscribers. Wii owners will merely need to request the free, special playback disk which should arrive by the next business day at the least.
"More than 28 million people already use the Wii console to play games, stay fit and have fun," said Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime. "Now they have another reason to use the system every day--to enjoy great movies from Netflix and other video content."
The drawback to using the Nintendo Wii version of Netflix is that it won't stream HD content thanks to the console's hardware limitations--it can't even do 720p. Subscribers wanting video higher than the standard resolution can stream the content to the PC, or try the service via the other two consoles.
Outside the streaming disc, movie and TV buffs will need to sign up for the $8.99 service or greater, and have a broadband connection. To see how you can connect the Nintendo Wii to the Netflix service, check out this video via BusinessWire--the clip is super cheesy (except for Alison), so viewer beware.
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I have ps3 and wii. I already use the streaming for ps3 but curious to see how it will look on Wii. I already requested my wii disc.
I used a free trial to check out the service on the PS3, and I was impressed.
It's really too bad the Wii isn't set up for something as simple as HD video. Nintendo needs to stop kidding itself, such a limitation is no longer catering to its "target market", it's a limitation.
"Subscribers wanting video higher than the standard resolution can stream the content to the PC, or try the service via the other two consoles."
Not true. The PC can't do HD streaming from netflix yet either.
I used a free trial to check out the service on the PS3, and I was impressed.It's really too bad the Wii isn't set up for something as simple as HD video. Nintendo needs to stop kidding itself, such a limitation is no longer catering to its "target market", it's a limitation.
Pfft, the target market can't even distinguish between a SD and a HD image without them two being side by side.
The Wii's main selling point is the game experience. Who needs HD for that? I'd rather have the Wii stay at it's current price (or lower) than it having HD with the same gameplay at a higher cost.
Still, this is good news for cWii owners who don't mind low-res movie streaming.
netflix streaming is lower than dvd quality with my experience....and i have a 40 meg connection!
the wii will look no different.....
you only take a hit in quality if you drop below 8 meg down on your connection.....
I got my disk for the Wii about 3-4 weeks ago. Watched a few movies on it so far. Once you get past the setup, it's pretty simple. Picture looked nice on my TV. Movie controls were very basic, no real DVD menu. No subtitles (similar to Netflix streaming on my PC).
netflix streaming is NOT HD.....its 480i at best...wii will look no better than xbox or PS3 because of the low quality of netflix streaming in the first place....
about the only way it will ever look good is if you are still using a cheapo tube TV
Alright now I can stream on all three of my consoles if I want to. The 360 still has the best experience though because of the ability to manage and add to your instant que without having to go online.
Netflix is now looking at Etch-a-sketch tie up
the selection for streaming isn't really all that great. More often than not, the movies I want to watch aren't available to stream.
I can't believe how many blind people there are. The difference between regular SD and HD video is as significant as the difference between 2D and 3D video. Maybe some folks need to have their eye sight checked.
Got one! Now I can stream Netflix from all 3 of my consoles! Next up: a new TV that can do it!
I'm violating one of the 7 deadly sins right?
"...the Nintendo Wii version of Netflix is that it won't stream HD content thanks to the console's hardware limitations--it can't even do 720p."
This is like saying, "unfortunately, it only comes in black and white. It won't even do red!!!"
Nintendo Wii- the Betamax of the console world
Finally.
Only downside is no subtitle (not just wii).
The Wii's main selling point is the game experience. Who needs HD for that? I'd rather have the Wii stay at it's current price (or lower) than it having HD with the same gameplay at a higher cost.Still, this is good news for cWii owners who don't mind low-res movie streaming.
Please get out of the dark ages! The Wii, Really? Wii and HD go together like Obama and lower taxes...they dont! BTW Ted Nugent called , wants his shirt back you wore last weekend from the 70s,lol.
No HD? Like it really was a nobrainer...
I find the article title amusing. It's almost as someone expected the Wii to be able to do HD. In other news, bicycles can't fly.
I'd have been doing this on my 360 for a while now, but don't want to keep up a live gold account just for it. I'd rather get free streaming to my wii at SD levels.
Please get out of the dark ages! The Wii, Really? Wii and HD go together like Obama and lower taxes...they dont! BTW Ted Nugent called , wants his shirt back you wore last weekend from the 70s,lol.
Also, this is the most intelligent post I've ever seen in my life.
Please go jump in a burning building.
Nintendo Wii- the Betamax of the console world
If you knew anything about the Beta, you'd realize it was the exact opposite of what the Wii is.
I don't think this will hurt sales at all. What Wii owner (who doesn't own another system) cares about HD?
Betamax was technically vastly superior to VHS.
Isn't BluRay technically inferior to HD-DVD? I don't have time to confirm; anyone else know?
Betamax was technically vastly superior to VHS.Isn't BluRay technically inferior to HD-DVD? I don't have time to confirm; anyone else know?
No, BluRay had more capacity from the start 25gb single layer 50gb for dual layer vs HD-DVD 15gb and 30gb also BluRay is a LOT HARDER to scratch so you don't have to worry about the disc like you use to. Here is a good article about it. http://www.engadget.com/2005/09/19 [...] -division/
Noted. Thanks!
lease get out of the dark ages! The Wii, Really? Wii and HD go together like Obama and lower taxes...they dont! BTW Ted Nugent called , wants his shirt back you wore last weekend from the 70s,lol.
chefboyeb 04/12/2010 10:21 PM
I just spoke with the person who came up with the "the .....called" line, yeah they said they want their joke back so they can bury it, since its been done to death.
If you want nexflix on an HD machine, then get an HD machine and quite bitching. Meanwhile, I will be enjoying this weeks netflix BLURAY disc on my upgraded 300gig PS3. Enjoy your Nintendo Boo....eerr, i meen Wii.