Netflix Streaming on Wii - No Disc Needed

[mzpro5]

Got an email this morning that you no longer need a disc to access Netflix streaming via your Wii.

I have to admit with everything else going on it's been a while since I streamed anything from Netflix (got tons of stuff on my instant watch que) but this is nice to know.

 

[Flint]

Yeah, I've been mearning to test this on my PS3, but I'd have to reopen an accout with Netflix. While I was a very early adopter of their service, I realized I wasn't watching the movies they were sending me for months at a time, so I cancelled my subscription.

They claim to offer 1080p video with 5.1 surround sound audio on the PS3.

 

[mzpro5]

Yeah, I've been mearning to test this on my PS3, but I'd have to reopen an accout with Netflix. While I was a very early adopter of their service, I realized I wasn't watching the movies they were sending me for months at a time, so I cancelled my subscription.

They claim to offer 1080p video with 5.1 surround sound audio on the PS3.

That's the glitch with the Wii - no HD or 5.1 sound. You can get the streaming and one disc at a time for $10/month, not a bad deal at all.

Just from the ads I've seen the PS3 is doing a good job of becoming a "media hub" for the average consumer that doesn't want to get into HTPC. I've considered getting one.

 

[PaulyT]

We watch stuff on netflix streaming fairly often, I will definitely be trying this soon.