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I get your point overall, but to nitpick, can it play Netflix? Netflix uses Silverlight, not Flash.
by markkanof 15y ago
I get your point overall, but to nitpick, can it play Netflix? Netflix uses Silverlight, not Flash.
- runjake 15y agoNetflix & Hulu were specifically mentioned in the keynote. Presumably, they'll use the same backend (MP4?) that iOS uses (as it doesn't have Flash or Silverlight, either).
- cookiecaper 15y agoNetflix's player actually runs fine on Linux and is currently touted as a major feature on many Linux-based devices (like Boxee). Netflix's player does not run on desktop Linux because Microsoft refuses to license the DRM component for desktop Linux use, though embedded Linux appliances are allowed to obtain a license.
- krallja 15y agoI have a Cr-48 and Netflix does not currently support streaming: ------------------------ Dear Chrome Pilot user, Streaming is not currently supported on your device. We're working with Google to ensure that Chrome Notebook users can instantly watch TV shows and movies from Netflix. More details will be announced in the coming months. Note that your current Internet browser is fully compatible with adding titles to the Instant Queue for later watching on compatible devices.