#Netflix platform

Netflix has announced that they will be rolling out AV1 format to compatible smart TVs and the PlayStation 4 Pro console. According to Netflix, they started streaming the AV1 format to Android mobile apps which improved its subscriber's viewing experience, especially with challenging network conditions. Because a number of its subscribers do stream on TVs, Netflix has decided to start streaming AV1 to TVs. This covers a large number of movies and TV shows on the platform. • Reduced drops in quality by as much as 38% according to Netflix. The next steps for Netflix include a number of AV1 capable TVs as well as TVs connected with the PS4 Pro. Netflix mentioned that they are working with external partners to enable more and more devices for AV1 streaming. A couple of days ago, Netflix made the announcement that it will soon launch in key South East Asia countries which includes Singapore and Hong Kong as well as Taiwan and South Korea. Read more in our articles including "Netflix to roll out AV1 codec streaming for smart TVs, PlayStation 4 Pro" and "Netflix to launch in SG, HK, South Korea and Taiwan".