Netflix wants to stream 4K

[Barney]

Netflix is talking about streaming 4K movies. Hope ya'lls little ones get to enjoy it....I sure won't be around when this happens. Not only does the US need internet speeds, but Company's would have to do away with their caps on data, HDMI doesn't even think about carring 120hz signal, can anyone afford a 4K monitor (don't even have OLED's as main stream), etc

http://www.theverge.com/2013/3/14/4...hunt-expect-4k-streaming-within-a-year-or-two

What are ya'll thoughts ?

 

[Batman]

I can't honestly say I'd reap any benefits from 4k resolution the way I'm currently situated throughout my home. So FOR NOW, I couldn't care less about 4k, least of all from Netflix. Once I actually see it in action, my opinion may change...

 

[The DirtMerchant]

It does make me feel good that they are expanding the bounds of current streaming technology. Definitely nothing wrong with that.

Now, if they could rid of all the bullshit HDCP hoops I have to deal with on my current system, that would be great.

 

[Towen7]

I really do believe that 4K displays will eventually become the standard, that display costs will fall, that compression technology will continue to develop to the point where we can stream 4K content without hitting caps and without requiring gigabit speeds to the home.

 

[Huey]

I really do believe that 4K displays will eventually become the standard, that display costs will fall, that compression technology will continue to develop to the point where we can stream 4K content without hitting caps and without requiring gigabit speeds to the home.

I am simply amazed how how well Netflix streams look even today, even with my plain jane dsl connection. You're right, it can only get better from here on out.

 

[Rope]

I don't believe there exists any commercial 4K source material, so how can Netflix stream 4k media?

Rope

 

[Towen7]

The same way providers broadcasts 1080p. It's scaled.

Besides that, Netflix is only saying they want to.

 

[Barney]

I found the specs for HDMI 1.4 (also has HDMI & ethernet...cool):

http://www.hdmi.org/press/press_release.aspx?prid=101

•4K x 2K Resolution Support

The new specification will enable HDMI devices to support high-definition (HD) resolutions four times beyond the resolution of 1080p. Support for 4K x 2K will allow the HDMI interface to transmit content at the same resolution as many digital theaters. Formats supported include:
•3840x2160 24Hz/25Hz/30Hz
•4096x2160 24Hz
Maybe 1.5 will offer 60hz but still not 120hz

Here's about the included ethernet:

•HDMI Ethernet Channel

The HDMI 1.4 specification will add a data channel to the HDMI cable and will enable high-speed bi-directional communication. Connected devices that include this feature will be able to send and receive data via 100 Mb/sec Ethernet, making them instantly ready for any IP-based application.


The HDMI Ethernet Channel will allow an Internet-enabled HDMI device to share its Internet connection with other HDMI devices without the need for a separate Ethernet cable. The new feature will also provide the connection platform to allow HDMI-enabled devices to share content between devices.