A Netflix Player: The Easy Way to Watch Netflix Movies on TV
Netflix provides consumers with an unparalleled selection of movies at an affordable price. In recent years, Netflix has begun the move to streaming their movies and TV shows over the internet versus having them available only on DVDs delivered through the mail. This of course adds speed and convenience for consumers. Until recently however, streaming movies to a PC (and now a Mac) was the only option for streaming movies unless you took the time to connect your PC to your television.
In 2008, things took a turn for the better. A Netflix player entered the scene allowing movie lovers to stream their selections directly to their TV. In fact several more followed and at this point in time, there are a number of products on the market that give Netflix customers the access they want from the comfort of their living room sofa. Learn about the options here and check out the reviews and demonstrations to help you make a choice.
If you aren't already a Netflix member, try it out for free.
Roku Netflix
Probably one of the easiest and least expensive ways of watching Netflix movies on your TV is through a Roku Netflix player. All you need is your Netflix subscription and then the Roku player. It works with virtually any television and comes with built in WiFi and ethernet so that you can connect either wirelessly or with cables. It also comes with a remote so that you can take control just as you do when watching traditional DVD's. You can fast forward, pause, rewind, and so forth just as you always do.The Roku Netflix player below gives you access to over 12,000 Netflix movies and TV episodes, but this access expands all of the time. In addition you get access to over 40,000 movies and TV episodes on Amazon Video on Demand. It's ready to go right out of the box.
Roku Netflix
Roku HD Player
Amazon Price: $99.99 (as of 12/20/2009) 
Roku HD Player PLUS Premium Cable Pack
Amazon Price: $119.98 (as of 12/20/2009)
Roku Netflix Player Review
Netflix Blu-Ray Players
A Netflix player can also come in the form of Blu-Ray players produced by some of the major manufacturers as well. Although more expensive than the Roku Netflix player, they can be a good choice if you're wanting a Blu-Ray player anyway. They allow you to select Netflix streaming straight from the main menu giving you access to the "Watch Instantly" Netflix library at the press of a button. The accompanying remote control allows you to fast forward and rewind just as when viewing a DVD.These players typically require a broadband connection to provide access to your Netflix queue. Users can also review a movie synopsis, rate, and select movies directly from their TV screen. You can see an overview of these devices below. The Samsung BD-P1600
is one of the newest, and most affordable options but there are a handful of others listed below. Blu-Ray Netflix Player Options
Samsung BD-P2500 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player
Amazon Price: $273.00 (as of 12/20/2009)
Samsung BD-P2550 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player
Amazon Price: (as of 12/20/2009)
LG BD300 Network Blu-ray Disc Player
Amazon Price: (as of 12/20/2009)
LG BD 390 Network Blu-ray Disc Player
Amazon Price: (as of 12/20/2009)
Sony BDP-N460 Blu-ray Disc Player (Black)
Amazon Price: $173.35 (as of 12/20/2009)
LG BD 370 Network Blu-ray Disc Player
Amazon Price: Too low to display (as of 12/20/2009)
Samsung BD-P1600 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player
Amazon Price: Too low to display (as of 12/20/2009)
Samsung BD-P3600 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player
Amazon Price: $224.40 (as of 12/20/2009)
Sharp AQUOS BDHP52U 1080P Blu-ray Disc Player
Amazon Price: $233.02 (as of 12/20/2009)
Blu-Ray Home Theater in a Box with Netflix
LG LHB953 1000-Watt Blu-ray Disc Home Theater In a Box
Amazon Price: Too low to display (as of 12/20/2009)
Samsung HT-BD7200 Bluetooth Speaker Bar Home Theater System (Black)
Amazon Price: $599.99 (as of 12/20/2009)
Samsung HT-BD1250 Blu-ray Home Theater System
Amazon Price: $399.00 (as of 12/20/2009)
LG LHB977 1000-Watt Blu-ray Disc Home Theater In a Box
Amazon Price: Too low to display (as of 12/20/2009)
TiVo
Another Netflix player option is a TiVo. This is probably the pricest option but certainly a good one if you already own one or have decided that you want a TiVo anyway. With a broadband connection, a TiVo HD, TiVo HD XL, or TiVo Series 3 DVR can give you access to your Netflix movies hassle free.Once you have a Neflix subscription, you only need to enter your activation code. Simply go to TiVo Central/Video on Demand/Netflix and you'll see the code. That's the code you'll enter on the Netflix site to get the access you need to see your queue show up on TV. You can make your Netflix selection on your TV screen using the TiVo remote control.
If you want to read an overview of the TiVo Netflix player, check out this write up by Crave. You can see it demonstrated below.
TiVo HD DVRs
TiVo TCD652160 HD Digital Video Recorder
Amazon Price: Too low to display (as of 12/20/2009)
TiVo TCD658000 HD XL Digital Video Recorder
Amazon Price: Too low to display (as of 12/20/2009)
TiVo TCD648250B Series3 HD Digital Media Recorder
Amazon Price: (as of 12/20/2009)
A Look at the TiVo - Netflix Connection
GadgetDog: Netflix on TiVo
GadgetDog reviews Netflix on TiVo: Noah takes a look at TiVo's new Netflix service that lets you watch videos from your Instant Queue via a TiVo Series 3, HD, or XL DVR. More GadgetDog reviews @ http://www.phonedog.com/gadgets/default.aspx
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Using Your Xbox 360 as a Netflix Player
If you have a broadband connected Xbox 360 game system and are an Xbox LIVE Gold member you can stream Netflix movies and TV shows to your TV directly. Using the Media Remote or Xbox controller you can pause, rewind, and fast forward movies giving you the same control as when viewing DVDs.Users who are Netflix subscribers have access to all of the entertainment within the "Watch Instantly" Netflix feature; currently this includes over 12,000 movies and TV shows. Certainly, this option for getting a Netflix player is perfect for those who have or want an Xbox 360 anyway. See it demonstrated below.
Xbox 360 Game Console
Xbox 360 Elite Winter 2009 Lego Batman / Pure Bundle
Amazon Price: Too low to display (as of 12/20/2009)
Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console
Amazon Price: $399.99 (as of 12/20/2009)
Xbox 360 Wireless Controller Black
Amazon Price: $37.96 (as of 12/20/2009)
A Look at the New XBox Experience with Netflix
New Xbox Experience Netflix
Here is a more detailed look into the new Xbox Experience. Some lucky people were able to get the dashboard early due to a survey Microsoft put out a few days ago. This video the new Netflix option. With a valid Netflix account, Xbox Live subscribers can now stream tv shows and movies through their Xbox in SD and HD resolutions. The new Xbox 360 dashboard releases Nov 19th as a free mandatory update whenever you connect to Xbox Live. Be sure to have 256 MB + available space on your memory cards or hard drives.
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PlayStation 3 and Netflix
Televisions with Internet Access/Netflix Built In
Over the next few years, it's expected that more televisions will have ethernet ports and internet access built in. Currently, LG has some 1080p LCD and plasma sets that give you this convenience.This feature allow you to connect your television to your home network through LG's NetCast interactive services.
Sony has also introduced their Bravia three series with this ability as well. In fact all Bravia sets can perform the task with an add on device; the Sony Bravia Internet Video Link
.
TV's That Require Only Your Home Network for Viewing Nefflix Movies
LG 47LH50 47-Inch 1080p 120Hz Broadband LCD HDTV, Gloss Black
Amazon Price: $1,149.00 (as of 12/20/2009)
LG 50PS60 50-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV with THX Display Certification
Amazon Price: Too low to display (as of 12/20/2009)
Sony BRAVIA W-Series KDL-52W5100 52-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV
This Sony series includes a variety of display sizes, you can click here to see more options in the Sony W5100 series
Amazon Price: Too low to display (as of 12/20/2009)
Sony BRAVIA Z Series KDL-52Z5100 52-Inch 1080p 240Hz LCD HDTV
This is another series with a variety of displays sizes. See more of the Sony Z5100 series
Amazon Price: $1,949.00 (as of 12/20/2009)
Sony BRAVIA XBR Series KDL-52XBR9 52-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LCD HDTV, Black
Another series at streaming Netflix in 2009. See more sizes in the Sony XBR9 series
Amazon Price: $2,009.00 (as of 12/20/2009)
LG 55LH50 55-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV, Gloss Black
Amazon Price: Too low to display (as of 12/20/2009)
LG 42LH50 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz Broadband LCD HDTV, Gloss Black
Amazon Price: $879.99 (as of 12/20/2009)
LG 50PS80 50-Inch 1080p Plasma Broadband HDTV
Amazon Price: Too low to display (as of 12/20/2009)
LG 60PS80 60-Inch 1080p Broadband Plasma HDTV
Amazon Price: Too low to display (as of 12/20/2009)
Don't Want a Netflix Player? Use Your Laptop/PC
After assuring you have the appropriate cables for making the connection it's really fairly simple but this WikiHow article will walk you through the process quickly.
Making the Connection
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- Treasures-By-Brenda Treasures-By-Brenda Nov 17, 2009 @ 5:26 pm
- Nicely done & blessed.
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- JLenney JLenney Sep 27, 2009 @ 8:18 pm | in reply to mulberry
- Yup, it falls under the same laws as VCR's, DVR's (tivo) as long as it's for your own personal use.
Not to say that netflix approves of it... LOL
-Jeff
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- mulberry mulberry Sep 27, 2009 @ 8:13 pm | in reply to JLenney
- Hmm, I wouldn't have thought it was legal. But, I'm certain if it can be done, people will do it.
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- JLenney JLenney Sep 27, 2009 @ 1:31 pm
- Hey Great Lens
Something you DIDN'T cover though is how you can RECORD netflix instant watch videos on your computer and save them forever.
Check this out - http://www.squidoo.com/Record-Netflix
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- pctotv pctotv Aug 26, 2009 @ 1:01 pm
- CleanerLife- which cable did you use to connect your dad's laptop to his hdtv? I tried connecting my laptop to my hdtv last night; I used vga to vga cable, and it worked fine for the picture but the sound still came out from the laptop.
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- susannaduffy susannaduffy Aug 24, 2009 @ 8:02 pm
- I've been thinking about hooking up with TiVo or getting a player - you explain everything really clearly. Thanks
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- nopantstees nopantstees Jul 22, 2009 @ 8:00 am
- I've been dragging my feet about signing up to Netflix for a long time, but that Roku player with access to thousands of movies might have just sold me on it. Thanks for the information!
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- jaye3000 jaye3000 Jun 21, 2009 @ 10:45 pm
- Very informative and well put together. I'm currently addicted to the red box, but there's a lot of cool ideas here...not very tech-savvy, very happy to have you around :) Another great job
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- EverythingMouse EverythingMouse May 23, 2009 @ 10:30 am
- I have been with Netflix for years and I am so happy with it. Pleased about the new instant downloads too
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- hlkljgk hlkljgk Apr 18, 2009 @ 1:43 pm
- i gave up cable and i love my instant movies with xbox and netflix. great lens.
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- mulberry mulberry Mar 17, 2009 @ 6:38 am | in reply to CleanerLife
- Yes, aside from the hassle I guess worrying about the connections is another thing. Another reason why the Netflix players are a good idea.
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- rockycha rockycha Mar 16, 2009 @ 7:16 pm
- Love netflix! Great lens High fives :)
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- CleanerLife CleanerLife Mar 16, 2009 @ 6:37 pm
- I helped my dad connect his laptop to his Hi Def TV so he can watch streaming Netflix that was. It looks awesome, but there are drawbacks, like what if you forget to turn off the screen saver? And I worry about the long term problems which could develop from plugging and unplugging the connecting cables each time he does it.
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