NETFLIX has added a new button to the app that should make downloading TV shows a lot less hassle.
Weirdly, the feature has been available on Android for sometime now but iPhone and iPad has been mysteriously left out.
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In fact, it’s been around for Android since 2021.
The change solves a pain many TV fans have experienced when preparing a binge of their favourite programmes.
And it’s the ability to download entire seasons all at once.
Until now, iPhone and iPad owners had to go through the effort of tapping each episode individually.
But thanks to this small but significant update, users on iOS now have the power to download a full season with one tap.
“Today, we’re adding a much-requested Season Download button for all iPhone and iPad users,” Netflix said.
“This feature, which Android users already know and love, allows you to download every episode in a season with just one tap.
“Whether you’re gearing up for a long flight and ready to dive into the new season of The Night Agent, a cross-country train ride with XO Kitty Season 2 keeping you company, or just planning some downtime offline, this feature has you covered with just the click of a button.”
The new button will appear beneath the synopsis and cast information, next to the share icon.
It is labelled as “Download Season” followed by the season number.
NETFLIX PRICE INCREASES
The move comes days after the streaming giant announced that it will increase prices in the US, Canada, Portugal, and Argentina.
However, an expert has told The Sun that other countries including the UK should brace for a subscription hike too soon.
“Typically, the UK often follows the US and should expect news in due course around a similar percentage increase,” Paolo Pescatore, an analyst from PP Foresight said.
“Price rises were widely expected and we should expect other countries to follow suit in due course,” Paolo explained.
“The streaming business is following the traditional pay TV world with annual price rises.
“We should get accustomed to these price rises, more so as the streamer broadens its diversified portfolio of programming.
“In particular if it makes further opportunistic moves into acquiring live sports.”
NETFLIX PRICES AND PERKS – HOW MUCH ARE YOU PAYING?
Here’s what you need to know…
Netflix Standard with Ads
Price: £4.99 UK / $7.99 US (previously $6.99)
- Ad-supported, all but a few movies and TV shows available, unlimited mobile games
- Watch on 2 supported devices at a time
- Watch in 1080p (Full HD)
- Download on 2 supported devices at a time
Netflix Standard
Price: £10.99 UK / $17.99 US (previously $15.49)
- Unlimited ad-free movies, TV shows, and mobile games
- Watch on 2 supported devices at a time
- Watch in 1080p (Full HD)
- Download on 2 supported devices at a time
- Option to add 1 extra member who doesn’t live with you
Netflix Premium
Price: £17.99 UK / $24.99 US (previously $22.99)
- Unlimited ad-free movies, TV shows, and mobile games
- Watch on 4 supported devices at a time
- Watch in 4K (Ultra HD) + HDR
- Download on 6 supported devices at a time
- Option to add up to 2 extra members who don’t live with you
- Netflix spatial audio
Picture Credit: Netflix
