Netflix vs. Apple TV
Jan 3, 2008 Movies, Technology
It looks like Netflix will be releasing a set-top box soon that will allow the streaming of video from the PC to the TV. There are already a bunch of flavors of this technology out there, but Netflix’s solution will also have their movie library available, along with other video content. Currently, Netflix has something where you can watch around 6000 movies or so on your pc instantly, but this new device would be a stand-alone box, allowing you to break free from the PC.
The Apple TV is another stand-alone box that streams video from a mac/pc, and its advantage is that it can play iTunes-purchased content, something that no other player can currently do. Apple TV was named the best Internet-based TV device, so I think it will be the main competition to Netflix’s solution, especially since Apple will most likely begin to offer rentals through iTunes.
This is where I become a bit torn. I love Netflix for what they are best at, which is the through-the-mail dvd rentals. But, I love the AppleTV as well, especially if they can get the rental approach nailed down.
Who do you think will win this fight? Either way, I think we all win.
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