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<blockquote data-quote="entropyagent" data-source="post: 1070729" data-attributes="member: 14332"><p>This is only from the point of view of someone with a limited data allowance: I enjoyed my week's free trial, but found it a bit data-hungry, compared to Netflix. </p><p></p><p>I have a 1902x1080 native-resolution 32-inch TV, and a 50Gb monthly data allowance. My Netflix SD sub was "good enough" via the XBOX360 app.</p><p>On Britbox, most of the stuff I watched (HDMI laptop via browser) seemed to be higher quality, and I was not able to find a way to monitor or influence the quality/resolution. Higher quality is not something to complain about, but the illusion of control can be quite appealing. </p><p></p><p>Also, Netflix allowed for "Offline" watching, which meant I could download stuff overnight using cheaper "Off-peak" data, and watch it during prime-time. It's also possible that Netflix are a bit better about compressing their streaming?</p><p></p><p>All this (and perhaps the "binge" effect of a free trial) added up to an impression that my data allocation, which up to now had *seemed* acceptable, would be found wanting.</p><p></p><p>I do think I will be back, though. The "Recommended Internet Speeds" Help says iOS/Android needs 1.5Mbps as opposed to the 3Mbps recommended for TV&Web, so maybe the iPad and recently-acquired old AppleTV Airplay Receiver will pull it back into the "good enough" sweet spot.</p><p></p><p>Hmmm...more hot Miss Marple action!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="entropyagent, post: 1070729, member: 14332"] This is only from the point of view of someone with a limited data allowance: I enjoyed my week's free trial, but found it a bit data-hungry, compared to Netflix. I have a 1902x1080 native-resolution 32-inch TV, and a 50Gb monthly data allowance. My Netflix SD sub was "good enough" via the XBOX360 app. On Britbox, most of the stuff I watched (HDMI laptop via browser) seemed to be higher quality, and I was not able to find a way to monitor or influence the quality/resolution. Higher quality is not something to complain about, but the illusion of control can be quite appealing. Also, Netflix allowed for "Offline" watching, which meant I could download stuff overnight using cheaper "Off-peak" data, and watch it during prime-time. It's also possible that Netflix are a bit better about compressing their streaming? All this (and perhaps the "binge" effect of a free trial) added up to an impression that my data allocation, which up to now had *seemed* acceptable, would be found wanting. I do think I will be back, though. The "Recommended Internet Speeds" Help says iOS/Android needs 1.5Mbps as opposed to the 3Mbps recommended for TV&Web, so maybe the iPad and recently-acquired old AppleTV Airplay Receiver will pull it back into the "good enough" sweet spot. Hmmm...more hot Miss Marple action! [/QUOTE]
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