Netflix kills casting from phones
News Source : The Verge
News Summary
- Netflix has removed the ability to cast shows and movies from phones to TVs, unless subscribers are using older casting devices.
- Casting support is still available on older Chromecast devices or TVs that support Google Cast natively, but only for subscribers on pricier ad-free plans, which start from $17.99 per month.
- The casting changes announced on Netflix’s support page do not explain why the feature has been removed.
- It follows a similar move in 2019 when Netflix removed AirPlay support, citing a desire to “ensure our standard of quality for viewing is being met”
It maintains some allowances for adfree subscribers using legacy Chromecast or Google Cast hardware.It maintains some allowances for adfree subscribers using [+3234 chars]
Never miss a story from us, subscribe to our newsletter