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Netflix updated to work on all Android 2.2 & 2.3 devices

Posted: 09 Sep 2011, 15:36, by Michael H.

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Netflix updated to work on all Android 2.2 & 2.3 devices

Netflix is awesome. That's not news, it's just an unavoidable fact. The trouble was that the Android app was only available on a couple dozen devices (unless you were willing to do some hacking), but those dark days are over. Netflix for Android now supports any device running Froyo (2.2) or Gingerbread (2.3).

According to Google's latest stats, about 82% of Android handsets are running 2.2+, so if you're one of the unlucky few who doesn't yet have a compatible phone, it might be about time to upgrade your device. Of course, Netflix recently lost a lot of content when the Starz negotiations fell through, and the price bump has gone into effect, but there is still a ton of good content on the service.

Netflix is definitely worth a try. And, we're sorry to our readers who live in countries where Netflix isn't available. We don't mean to rub it in that we get to enjoy every single episode of Doogie Howser M.D.

Netflix is available for free in the Android Market, but of course you'll need a subscription to watch.

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1. applesauce (unregistered) posted on 09 Sep 2011, 16:08 0

I thought the Starz content was good through February or March? Haven't checked my Netflix account recently so not certain

2. CX3NT3_713 posted on 09 Sep 2011, 16:10 0

Sucks!!! Doesn't work on LG thrilled 4G, bring on the Netflix HD apk :)

3. AnnDroid posted on 09 Sep 2011, 16:44 0

Honeycomb!!! Please. It would be nice to watch on my Transformer. Don't get me wrong, it's fun to have it on my EVO, but size does matter :)

5. unamed (unregistered) posted on 09 Sep 2011, 18:19 0

its already on the transformer, you will have to download the apk file from the website becuase it isn't in the marketplace.

4. Mr.MOMENT posted on 09 Sep 2011, 16:46 0

it can even work on crappy phones without gpu like Samsung intercept. Impressive netflix. Very impressive

6. The_Miz posted on 09 Sep 2011, 22:05 0

It's been working on iDevices for ages now. Android just now catching up lol?

7. nwright94 (unregistered) posted on 10 Sep 2011, 13:37 0

Windows Phone 7 phones since their launch as well.

8. Mario1017 posted on 10 Sep 2011, 14:04 0

Android has had it for a while now too. read the title, “Netflix updated to work on ALL Android 2.2 & 2.3 devices“ it used to work on other devices before

11. networkdood posted on 10 Sep 2011, 23:41 0

HEY MIZ! Are you going to to get a real phone with microSD card support and a removable battery??

9. fairly_,mismatched (unregistered) posted on 10 Sep 2011, 15:25 0

Is it a yea or nay for the rooters?

10. networkdood posted on 10 Sep 2011, 23:40 0

I did not wait for it on my cappy as I have been running different versions for a few months now.

12. wtf (unregistered) posted on 11 Sep 2011, 17:23 0

Wtf don't gimme that bulls**t it doesn't work on either the thrill or the g2x which are two of the best phones on their respective carries what the f**k netflix get you s**t together and fix this problem.

13. Mooooo posted on 12 Sep 2011, 05:31 0

After using for Netflix for years and watching its service decline but prices increase and increase. I bailed on Netflix recently and do not miss what they could not provide anymore.

14. bagelz (unregistered) posted on 12 Sep 2011, 15:17 0

Still doesn't work on lg ally running 2.2.1
seems like lg has very little luck here, and htc is the only manufacturer with wide support.

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Samsung Galaxy S4
- Announced: 14 Mar 2013
- OS: Android 4.2.2
- Hardware: Quad core, 1900 MHz, Krait 300, 2048 MB RAM
- Display: 5.0 inches, 1080 x 1920 pixels, Capacitive Touchscreen
- Camera 13 megapixels, 1920x1080 (1080p HD) video
- Technology: GSM (850 900 1800 1900)
- Data: LTE Cat3 Downlink 100 Mbit/s LTE Cat3/4 Uplink 50 Mbit/s HSDPA+ (4G) 42.2 Mbit/s HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/s UMTS EDGE GPRS
Apple iPhone 5
- Announced: 12 Sep 2012
- OS: iOS
- Hardware: Dual core, 1300 MHz, Apple Swift, 1016 MB RAM
- Display: 4.0 inches, 640 x 1136 pixels, Capacitive Touchscreen
- Camera 8 megapixels, 1920x1080 (1080p HD) video
- Technology: GSM (850 900 1800 1900), CDMA (800 1700/2100 1900)
- Data: LTE Cat3 Downlink 100 Mbit/s HSDPA+ (4G) 42.2 Mbit/s UMTS EDGE GPRS EV-DO Rev.A EV-DO Rev.B
Samsung GALAXY Note II
- Announced: 29 Aug 2012
- OS: Android 4.1.2 4.1.1
- Hardware: Quad core, 1600 MHz, ARM Cortex-A9, 2048 MB RAM
- Display: 5.5 inches, 720 x 1280 pixels, Capacitive Touchscreen
- Camera 8 megapixels, 1920x1080 (1080p HD) video
- Battery: 35 hours of Talk Time, 980 hours of Stand-by
- Technology: GSM (850 900 1800 1900)
- Data: LTE Cat3 Downlink 100 Mbit/s LTE Cat3/4 Uplink 50 Mbit/s HSDPA+ (4G) 21.1 Mbit/s HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/s UMTS EDGE GPRS
HTC One
- Announced: 19 Feb 2013
- OS: Android 4.1.2
- Hardware: Quad core, 1700 MHz, Krait 300, 2048 MB RAM
- Display: 4.7 inches, 1080 x 1920 pixels, Capacitive Touchscreen
- Camera 4 megapixels, 1920x1080 (1080p HD) video
- Technology: GSM (850 900 1800 1900), CDMA (800 1900)
- Data: LTE HSPA (unspecified) UMTS EDGE GPRS
Sony Xperia Z
- Announced: 07 Jan 2013
- OS: Android 4.1.2
- Hardware: Quad core, 1500 MHz, Krait, 2048 MB RAM
- Display: 5.0 inches, 1080 x 1920 pixels, Capacitive Touchscreen
- Camera 13.1 megapixels, 1920x1080 (1080p HD) video
- Battery: 11 hours of Talk Time, 550 hours of Stand-by
- Technology: GSM (850 900 1800 1900)
- Data: LTE Cat3 Downlink 100 Mbit/s LTE Cat3/4 Uplink 50 Mbit/s HSDPA+ (4G) 42.2 Mbit/s HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/s UMTS EDGE GPRS
Google Nexus 4
- Announced: 29 Oct 2012
- OS: Android 4.2.2 4.2.1 4.2
- Hardware: Quad core, 1500 MHz, Krait, 2048 MB RAM
- Display: 4.7 inches, 768 x 1280 pixels, Capacitive Touchscreen
- Camera 8 megapixels, 1920x1080 (1080p HD) video
- Battery: 15.3 hours of Talk Time, 390 hours of Stand-by
- Technology: GSM (850 900 1800 1900)
- Data: HSDPA+ (4G) 42.2 Mbit/s HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/s UMTS EDGE GPRS
LG Optimus G
- Announced: 28 Aug 2012
- OS: Android 4.1.2 4.0.4
- Hardware: Quad core, 1500 MHz, Krait, 2048 MB RAM
- Display: 4.7 inches, 768 x 1280 pixels, Capacitive Touchscreen
- Camera 13 megapixels, 1920x1080 (1080p HD) video
- Battery: 15 hours of Talk Time, 335 hours of Stand-by
- Technology: GSM (850 900 1800 1900)
- Data: LTE HSPA (unspecified) UMTS EDGE GPRS
Nokia Lumia 920
- Announced: 05 Sep 2012
- OS: Windows Phone 8
- Hardware: Dual core, 1500 MHz, Krait, 1024 MB RAM
- Display: 4.5 inches, 768 x 1280 pixels, Capacitive Touchscreen
- Camera 8.7 megapixels, 1920x1080 (1080p HD) video
- Battery: 17 hours of Talk Time, 400 hours of Stand-by
- Technology: GSM (850 900 1800 1900)
- Data: LTE Cat3 Downlink 100 Mbit/s LTE Cat3/4 Uplink 50 Mbit/s HSDPA+ (4G) 42.2 Mbit/s HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/s UMTS EDGE GPRS

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Netflix updated to work on all Android 2.2 & 2.3 devices

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1. applesauce (unregistered) posted on 09 Sep 2011, 16:08 0

2. CX3NT3_713 posted on 09 Sep 2011, 16:10 0

3. AnnDroid posted on 09 Sep 2011, 16:44 0

5. unamed (unregistered) posted on 09 Sep 2011, 18:19 0

4. Mr.MOMENT posted on 09 Sep 2011, 16:46 0

6. The_Miz posted on 09 Sep 2011, 22:05 0

7. nwright94 (unregistered) posted on 10 Sep 2011, 13:37 0

8. Mario1017 posted on 10 Sep 2011, 14:04 0

11. networkdood posted on 10 Sep 2011, 23:41 0

9. fairly_,mismatched (unregistered) posted on 10 Sep 2011, 15:25 0

10. networkdood posted on 10 Sep 2011, 23:40 0

12. wtf (unregistered) posted on 11 Sep 2011, 17:23 0

13. Mooooo posted on 12 Sep 2011, 05:31 0

14. bagelz (unregistered) posted on 12 Sep 2011, 15:17 0

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