Tag: Streaming

  • Disney Plus Has Just Launched Down Under

    Disney Plus Has Just Launched Down Under

    Both Australia and New Zealand were in for a treat this month as Disney Plus launched this morning (November 19) and by the looks of things, it is already giving Netflix a run for its money as the new platform is becoming one of its biggest competitors. Disney’s new platform is already cheaper in comparison…

  • Greenpeace says Netflix isn’t environmentally friendly

    Greenpeace says Netflix isn’t environmentally friendly

    Greenpeace recently released a report detailing the carbon footprints left by video streaming services such as Hulu and Amazon Prime. Unfortunately, our favourite video streaming services are not having a great impact on the earth. All the Netflix binges we indulge in are streamed to our phones, laptops and TVs through servers that utilise a…

  • New Legislation Blocking Torrenting Sites In Australia

    New Legislation Blocking Torrenting Sites In Australia

    The Federal Court has recently passed new legislation blocking torrenting sites including The Pirate Bay and KickassTorrents, two of the most popular illegal downloading sites available. A Federal Court order mandated that more than 50 internet providers such as Telstra, Optus and TPG be given 14 days to ban the sites. This can be done by using…

  • Netflix now available to watch offline

    Netflix now available to watch offline

    The streaming video titan Netflix unveiled a major update yesterday, allowing viewers to download content for offline viewing. This is a must-have feature for the binge watchers gearing up for the Christmas holidays, and has long been requested by users. Only selected content will be available immediately, including Netflix original content such as Orange is…

  • Foxtel announces new rival to Netflix

    Foxtel announces new rival to Netflix

    Move over Netflix and Stan – it seems there will be a new and improved streaming giant on the market come December. Foxtel has been forced to give their existing streaming service, Foxtel Play a complete overhaul in light of “intense competition” with other streaming services. They will soon be offering no-contract and equipment-free packages that are significantly…