Netflix

Post by **parrot** » January 24, 2016, 9:02 pm

Not Netflix, but if you want to binge watch HOC, seasons 1, 2, 3 and then the new season 4, you can do it on UBC Gold in Feb/Mar

Post by **neeemu** » January 24, 2016, 11:15 pm

parrot wrote:Currently watching "Making a Murderer".......

If you enjoyed Making a Murderer, try The Jinx, about Robert Durst's trial. Very strange individual who I was unfamiliar with prior to watching.

Post by **parrot** » January 26, 2016, 8:47 pm

UdonExpat wrote:I have the same experience as BigBubba. Many of my favorites are not available in Thailand. It may be something to do with the rating systems. The Thai system has such things as 13+ and 16+. The US system, PG, R, MA, etc. Looks like the more 'mature' ratings are not available here, as well as those that have no rating, NR.
So will continue to use my VPN for some shows.
My streaming experience is better with the Thai connection than the VPN.

Narcos would probably qualify for 'mature' ratings....certainly more than you'll ever see on True/UBC. But it's available here on Netflix....uncensored.

Post by **BigBubba** » January 27, 2016, 1:44 pm

parrot wrote:

Narcos would probably qualify for 'mature' ratings....certainly more than you'll ever see on True/UBC. But it's available here on Netflix....uncensored.

About half-way through season 1 now. Riveting entertainment, especially since it's at least based on a true story. Totally forgot about the Avianca flight that was brought down by Escobar and his henchmen. My only complaint is that it's at least 50% in Spanish, with English subtitles, so if I get sleepy and close my eyes for a bit I can't just listen to the dialogue.

Post by **frankdemchenko** » January 27, 2016, 3:41 pm

are you guys using a VPN. did you sign up for Netflix on the VPN because people say you can"t get the us Netflix overseas

Post by **parrot** » January 27, 2016, 4:50 pm

frankdemchenko wrote:are you guys using a VPN. did you sign up for Netflix on the VPN because people say you can"t get the us Netflix overseas

No need to use VPN is you're accessing the Thai menu of shows, which is what I'm doing.

Post by **Aardvark** » January 28, 2016, 5:42 pm

This could be of concern to some Netflix viewers ... http://www.perthnow.com.au/technology/t ... f61041a9a3

Post by **BigBubba** » January 29, 2016, 6:49 pm

Aardvark wrote:This could be of concern to some Netflix viewers ... http://www.perthnow.com.au/technology/t ... f61041a9a3

From the above link:
"The exclusive partnership between Stan and Showtime is a big blow to Netflix because it will lock highly talked about TV shows away from the world’s biggest streaming platform in the Australian market."

And this affects us here in Thailand in what way?

Post by **Aardvark** » January 30, 2016, 5:46 am

Stan is expanding into the same markets throughout SEA as Netflix as direct competition .....

Post by **ronan01** » January 30, 2016, 11:21 am

Aardvark wrote:Stan is expanding into the same markets throughout SEA as Netflix as direct competition .....

I have Netflix but not a lot of knowledge of the "industry" (Stan, etc).

Is it possible that competition might improve Netflix service?

As a general rule competition is good for the consumer.

Slightly off topic, in Perth Coles and Woolies dominate the grocery market and in my opinion the duopoly has not served customers well, and I cant wait for Aldi to start up and introduce competition.

Post by **Aardvark** » January 30, 2016, 12:03 pm

If in Oz go here ... https://45072376.r.msn.com/?ld=d3q5VAXu ... 0Streaming ... Stan is $10 a month, but Netflix have come back $9 a month as a counter punch. I'm still paying the original $12. Things could get exciting in the future but for one problem here in Oz. We pay extra for download where most of the world only pay for speed. I can only get about three movies a month before I've used my Ten Gig limit .....

Post by **Brian Davis** » February 18, 2016, 8:55 pm

Mentioned by my UK sons, saw 'Making a Murderer' was referred to in posts here. I was totally absorbed in it.

Post by **BigRick808** » February 19, 2016, 12:34 am

Any of you have made for TV favorites? I've watched the following recently and enjoyed them very much.

Breaking Bad

The Shield

Madmen -- in progress

I watched part of these when they came out, but they were worth watching again.

What do you guys suggest?

Post by **LoneTraveler** » February 19, 2016, 8:22 am

parrot wrote:
frankdemchenko wrote:are you guys using a VPN. did you sign up for Netflix on the VPN because people say you can"t get the us Netflix overseas
No need to use VPN is you're accessing the Thai menu of shows, which is what I'm doing.

This may not be related to topic but has anyone have knowledge of a premium set top box being sold at the DNA video stores which allows viewing of WB studio movies, Disney channel and some other Western content. There is not much information on the outside of the box. I am wondering if it can be hooked up to a standard LED tv. It cost 3000 baht. And as usual, the sales people know nothing about how it works except for the price, 3000 baht please.

Post by **BigBubba** » February 19, 2016, 1:06 pm

BigRick808 wrote:Any of you have made for TV favorites? I've watched the following recently and enjoyed them very much.

Breaking Bad

The Shield

Madmen -- in progress

I watched part of these when they came out, but they were worth watching again.

What do you guys suggest?

LOVED Breaking Bad and Madmen! Have not watched The Shield, but a friend in America got the the DVD set for Christmas and said he is enjoying it.

Narcos is good (based on the true story of the notorious Columbian drug lord Pablo Escobar).

HIGHLY suggest House of Cards. Season 4 to be starting soon.

I'm currently watching Californication (very adult content). Having spent about 15 years in California, the superficial lifestyles are bizarre, but surprisingly realistic (especially in and around L.A.).

Post by **BigRick808** » February 21, 2016, 4:42 am

Thanks, Bubba, I'll check those two out. I've been planning on H.O.C. for awhile.

Out of the ones I mentioned, The Shield was my favorite.

Sons of Anarchy is good. Although, like many, it did go down hill after awhile. Do you remember Oz, from back in the 90's? Check it out if you haven't seen it.

Post by **BigRick808** » February 21, 2016, 4:49 am

I know it's not an option in Thailand, but some of these come from DVD.com, which is owned by Netflix. It isn't as good of a deal, but it's good if you really want to watch something. You can get around 10 a month if you send them back the next day.

Post by **tutone** » February 21, 2016, 5:53 am

For TV shows I use http://www.watchepisodes1.com. Once you figure out how to click around some of the ads it's very easy to use. Seems to have about every TV show from all around the world and it's free.

Post by **BigRick808** » February 22, 2016, 6:16 am

Looks good, thanks. I'm staying with my brother, so it's all free as long as I'm here

But I imagine there are shows on there that aren't available on Netflix.

Post by **parrot** » March 13, 2016, 8:27 pm

Things that generally don't happen in Thailand:

I had to update my credit card info with netflix to continue my subscription (old credit card expired). I tried to do so online......everything seemed to update fine, but when I tried to watch a show this evening, I was advised that I needed to update my credit card info (which I had already done).
At the bottom of the page, it says 'call 1-800-xxxxxxxxx if you have further billing problems or questions'. I did....sort of expecting a looooong wait. Less than a minute later, a service rep said he could see the new credit card info, but for some reason the netflix side wasn't updating my 'authorization to view' page.
The guy said, "I don't want you to miss what you planned to watch this evening, so I'm going to unlock your account and we'll figure out how to resolve this problem at our end." end of story. Total time elapsed about 4 minutes.
Now if only that Makro cashier could resolve a price discrepancy as quickly.