BTN News: As technology moves forward, older devices can’t keep up. This is what happened with some TV models that are about ten years old. Starting from July 24th, certain Samsung and Vizio TVs, along with Roku devices, have already lost Netflix support. Next in line are some Sony and Apple TV models. These older models can’t handle the latest updates that Netflix requires. The main reason for this change is that these older devices cannot support the new software updates, which are necessary for Netflix to work well.
For example, Apple considers its first three generations of Apple TV as obsolete. These models no longer get software updates or support, so they can’t work with Netflix’s new updates. Similarly, Sony’s TV models from around 2014, like the Series X85, X9, X95, X83, S9, W5, W6, W7, W70, X80, W85, and W95, are affected. These models were made with a life expectancy of about ten years, and now they are reaching the end of their support period.
Netflix wants to give the best experience to its users. Sadly, older devices often have poor streaming quality and can’t support new features. To keep the service at its best for most users, Netflix needs to stop supporting these older models.
If your TV is one of the affected models, you can still watch Netflix. The easiest way is to get an external streaming device. Devices like Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, or a newer Apple TV can connect to your old TV and let you stream Netflix. You can also use an HDMI cable to connect a device that supports Netflix to your TV.
To see if your TV is affected, check the make and model against Netflix’s list. As technology keeps changing, using up-to-date devices ensures you can enjoy streaming services without problems.
In short, while it might be a hassle that Netflix stops support for older TV models, it’s a sign of how technology is always moving forward. By upgrading your streaming setup with new devices, you can keep enjoying everything Netflix has to offer.
