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i.TV integrates Netflix DVD rental service

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i.TV has integrated Netflix into its TV and movie guide for the iPhone and iPod Touch. Netflix on i.TV allows people to discover media from a catalog of over 100,000 DVD titles–complete with detailed show information, ratings, cast credits and recommendations.

Through i.TV, users can sign up for a Netflix account or link an existing Netflix account using an iPhone or iPod touch. After account setup, i.TV users can have DVDs delivered to their homes, and order content available for instant viewing on a PC or television from Netflix. Users can also add shows to their Netflix queue through i.TV, including new releases and titles that are scheduled for future release. Changes made to a Netflix user’s queue through i.TV are also automatically reflected on the user’s account at Netflix.com.

Originally posted on November 25, 2008 @ 12:59 pm

Netflix Now Streams TV Shows and Movies to Nintendo Wii

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Nintendo and Netflix are treating Wii users all over the world with free streaming of TV and Movies on TV sets via Netflix services. The new TV and movie streaming services are provided free of charge to Wii users with existing Netflix plans starting at $8.99 monthly.

With a Nintendo Wii connected to a broadband service, a Netflix subscription you can practically turn your Nintendo Wii into a multimedia device. We’re talking here of unlimited movies and TV shows delivered courtesy of Netflix.  You can also opt to receive DVDs delivered straight to your door step.

Certainly this new service will boosts Netflix’s clout in the home entertainment scene. The Nintendo Wii remains to be the most popular gaming consoles, thanks to its motion controls which users find useful for both exercising and gaming controls.

As for Nintendo Wii, this new service extends its purposes and functions from a mere gaming machine to a portable multimedia entertainment device. It’s definitely a win-win for both parties.

To have streaming TV shows and movies from Netflix on your Nintendo Wii, you simply need to request for a free instant streaming disc from www.netflix.com/wii. Once you have your CD, you can pop it inside your Nintendo Wii and you will presented with a catalog of movies and TV shows that you can freely watch.

via Business Wire

Originally posted on April 12, 2010 @ 10:05 pm