June 9, 2010
Now I Really Never Have To Leave Home
Sony has given me another reason to become the ultimate indoorsman and ignore the warm weather, sandy beaches, and outdoor summer fun. Why? Because they brought Netflix to the PS3, that's why. Streaming unlimited movies and TV shows directly to your PS3 is like an addiction. New movies, old TV shows, classics you've never seen - they are all there and it takes less than 30 seconds to start the show. I was surprised at the quality of the picture, expecting to see a slightly smoother version of youtube pirated movies, but a lot of the movies, especially on the ones in HD, look almost as good as the DVD versions. Netflix is also pretty good about adding new shows and movies almost weekly, keeping you glued to your couch. The only downfall is having to use the streaming disc which isn't too much of a pain since you already have to put a disc in to watch a DVD or BRD movie. I would love to see Netflix permanently placed on the XMB soon though. For $8.99 a month for unlimited streaming (and that includes being able to get a physical disc from Netflix's larger library) I feel like I'm a pirate. It's an absolute steal and well worth the price. Now, what should I watch next?