Geekzone: technology news, blogs, forums
Guest
Welcome Guest.
You haven't logged in yet. If you don't have an account you can register now.


Forums › Online streaming services › QuickFlix will be unmetered on Orcon


118 posts

Master Geek


Topic # 99856 28-Mar-2012 20:47
Send private message

Hey guys,

Just an update from Scott himself.


View this topic in a long page with up to 500 replies per page Create new topic
 1 | 2 | 3 | 4
6434 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 1571


  Reply # 601640 28-Mar-2012 23:13
Send private message

sweet. $10/month is a good price!
Are Kordia aware you have partnered with Quickflix? They seem to think it won't do too well!!

http://www.kordia.co.nz/_blog/Kordia_Blog/post/QuickFlix_Entering_New_Zealand_Market/

"I think QuickFlix will also struggle in NZ (due to Sky?s dominance) but their entry will spur Sky to enable further streaming and Video on Demand services and a larger more up to date catalogue on MySkyHDi and Igloo which will be good for NZ consumers. NZ ISPs will also benefit from the extra traffic."



xpd

Chief Trash Bandit
9277 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 1498

Mod Emeritus
Trusted
Lifetime subscriber

  Reply # 601670 29-Mar-2012 07:39
Send private message

$10 vs the $80+ Sky charges ? Yeah, it wont do well.... ;)

OK, we need to see the line up etc that Quickflix will offer first, but pretty sure Ill be signing up.




XPD / Gavin / DemiseNZ

 

Server : i3-3240 @ 3.40GHz  16GB RAM  Win 10 Pro    Workstation : i5-3570K @ 3.40GHz  16GB RAM  Win 10 Pro    Console : Xbox One

 

https://www.xpd.co.nz - Games, geeks, and more.    

 
 
 
 


BDFL - Memuneh
62284 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 12825

Administrator
Trusted
Geekzone
Lifetime subscriber

  Reply # 601677 29-Mar-2012 07:55
Send private message

Just be careful folks, as this has a caveat: I've just received the press release and it seems Orcon will unmeter Quickflix from 1st May. Anything you use before that will be metered.




Backblaze cloud backup (personal and business) | Geekzone broadband switch | Amazon (Geekzone aff) | MightyApe (Geekzone aff) | 

 

My technology disclosure | Business Transformation | Enterprise Content Management | Customer Relationship Management | Sharesies investment fund

196 posts

Master Geek


  Reply # 601688 29-Mar-2012 08:34
Send private message

Have you seen what they offer - not much - old movies seem unlimited but new releases cost $6.99 per view and they only offer a handful of tv series

2762 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 720


  Reply # 601693 29-Mar-2012 08:41
Send private message

Sky has most of the new movies and new TV shows under contract so Quickfix must be limited to what they can screen




Common sense is not as common as you think.

129 posts

Master Geek
+1 received by user: 6


  Reply # 601695 29-Mar-2012 08:45
Send private message

TV lineup looks a little thin, but I've signed, it either gets better, or I'll bin it - there does not appear to be a fixed contract according to my read of the Ts&Cs

7946 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 813

Subscriber

  Reply # 601704 29-Mar-2012 08:54
Send private message

Anyone know what sort of STB will support Quickflix??




Regards,

Old3eyes

xpd

Chief Trash Bandit
9277 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 1498

Mod Emeritus
Trusted
Lifetime subscriber

  Reply # 601714 29-Mar-2012 09:09
Send private message

PC and Mac only support at the moment in NZ.... in AU they support more devices but dont thibnk I saw any STB support but I didnt have a big hunt around.




XPD / Gavin / DemiseNZ

 

Server : i3-3240 @ 3.40GHz  16GB RAM  Win 10 Pro    Workstation : i5-3570K @ 3.40GHz  16GB RAM  Win 10 Pro    Console : Xbox One

 

https://www.xpd.co.nz - Games, geeks, and more.    

xpd

Chief Trash Bandit
9277 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 1498

Mod Emeritus
Trusted
Lifetime subscriber

  Reply # 601715 29-Mar-2012 09:10
Send private message

Radiotron: TV lineup looks a little thin, but I've signed, it either gets better, or I'll bin it - there does not appear to be a fixed contract according to my read of the Ts&Cs


According to FAQ you can cancel pretty much anytime with no penalty etc.

They do have access to BBC's library apparently, but limited on HBO due to Sky - but HOBO have a share in Quickflix, so can see it changing when Skys contract is up for re-newal.
 




XPD / Gavin / DemiseNZ

 

Server : i3-3240 @ 3.40GHz  16GB RAM  Win 10 Pro    Workstation : i5-3570K @ 3.40GHz  16GB RAM  Win 10 Pro    Console : Xbox One

 

https://www.xpd.co.nz - Games, geeks, and more.    

1249 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 38

Trusted

  Reply # 601723 29-Mar-2012 09:36
Send private message

Just checked Sony Bravia models in list on Sony website for Quickflix and our model not listed KDL40V5500 - must need a more modern internet-ready TV although ours worked well with Caspa and Tivo ..




GZMCC. Nokia Lumia 1020,Galaxy Note 8, Microsoft Surface Pro 4 i5 4Gb Ram,128gb, Cam Am Spyder F3 LTD.  GoPro 5 Black, Samsung Gear 3

7946 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 813

Subscriber

  Reply # 601743 29-Mar-2012 10:16
Send private message

psychrn: Just checked Sony Bravia models in list on Sony website for Quickflix and our model not listed KDL40V5500 - must need a more modern internet-ready TV although ours worked well with Caspa and Tivo ..


And there is the problem in NZ.  Except for the PC option everything else is modern Sony based.  No other hardware vendors don't get a look in at present.  I have a 6 month old Panasonic BD player but looks like it's not on their list.. I'm not upgrading my TV , buying a PS3  or a Sony BD player..




Regards,

Old3eyes

2763 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 419

Trusted

  Reply # 601765 29-Mar-2012 10:40
Send private message

Playstation 3 will work with quickflix also

1009 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 181

UberGroup

  Reply # 601766 29-Mar-2012 10:42
Send private message

Anyidea on how you get the app for the ps3?




Most problems are the result of previous solutions...

All comment's I make are my own personal opinion and do not in any way, shape or form reflect the views of current or former employers unless specifically stated 



118 posts

Master Geek


  Reply # 601774 29-Mar-2012 10:51
Send private message

Hmm now we need a Xbox App too.

2763 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 419

Trusted

  Reply # 601780 29-Mar-2012 10:55
Send private message

If its anything like TVNZ on demand, it just shows up out of no where

 1 | 2 | 3 | 4
View this topic in a long page with up to 500 replies per page Create new topic



Twitter »

Follow us to receive Twitter updates when new discussions are posted in our forums:



Follow us to receive Twitter updates when news items and blogs are posted in our frontpage:



Follow us to receive Twitter updates when tech item prices are listed in our price comparison site:



Geekzone Live »

Try automatic live updates from Geekzone directly in your browser, without refreshing the page, with Geekzone Live now.


Support Geekzone »

Our community of supporters help make Geekzone possible. Click the button below to join them.

Support Geezone on PressPatron


Updates »

Are you subscribed to our RSS feed? You can download the latest headlines and summaries from our stories directly to your computer or smartphone by using a feed reader.

Alternatively, you can receive a daily email with Geekzone updates.