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Netflix will no longer work on rooted Android devices
Posted on 5/15/17 at 11:52 am
Posted on 5/15/17 at 11:52 am
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If you have a rooted Android device, be aware that you may no longer be able to use the Netflix app going forward. The streaming company confirmed that its latest app update will block devices that are not “Google-certified or have been altered” from accessing the mobile service.
While Netflix did not specify why exactly it decided to stop playing nice with rooted devices, the fact that Version 5 of the Netflix app leans on Google’s Widevine digital rights management solution suggests some obvious reasons. As Engadget points out, the purpose of the DRM is to protect media companies from piracy; rooted devices that give users control over the operating system have a greater possibility of circumventing the barrier put forward by the DRM.
Though Netflix’s actions may seem well-intentioned, it does negatively impact users who’ve rooted their devices simply for greater control and customization of their phones rather than to bypass security measures. To see if your device is affected, check the Netflix app on the Google Play Store, and you’ll see whether the app is still compatible. If not, Android Police suggests a workaround of directly downloading Netflix APKs to receive the latest updates on a blocked device.
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Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:04 pm to Street Hawk
fricking sucks. this makes chromecast unusable.
eta and given how open google has been with their branded phones allowing and encouraging root & unlocking/custom ROMs as a way of life, i'm so confused.
this will just push more people to alternate video players. good job netflix. cartoonHD here i come.
eta and given how open google has been with their branded phones allowing and encouraging root & unlocking/custom ROMs as a way of life, i'm so confused.
this will just push more people to alternate video players. good job netflix. cartoonHD here i come.
This post was edited on 5/15/17 at 12:06 pm
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:30 pm to CAD703X
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this will just push more people to alternate video players. good job netflix.
They have over 100 million subscribers worldwide and over 50 million in the US so it's not like they have to take risks to stay alive. Also, if I'm building an app it seems like I'd need a reason to open up a hole in security. I certainly wouldn't open one up by default. If you don't like it make sure you complain to NetFlix. If enough people are trying to watch it on rooted phones then maybe they'd change things.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:48 pm to Street Hawk
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The streaming company confirmed that its latest app update will block devices that are not “Google-certified or have been altered” from accessing the mobile service.
Released in a few week. "Latest root procedure will eliminate the netflix root block."
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:49 pm to CarRamrod
I can see this pissing people off but i've never been big into the root game.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 1:12 pm to bbap
well when you have stock android, you really dont need it for anything not illegal already.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 1:29 pm to CarRamrod
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well when you have stock android, you really dont need it for anything not illegal already.
Is it illegal to block ads?
Posted on 5/15/17 at 2:21 pm to CubsFanBudMan
I'm rooted with magisk and I installed and watched Netflix fine over the weekend
Posted on 5/15/17 at 2:25 pm to CarRamrod
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well when you have stock android, you really dont need it for anything not illegal already.
Appradio unleashed isn't illegal and neither is 'quick reboot' and power toggles is crippled without root.
yes, and how could i get along without adaway?
Posted on 5/15/17 at 2:39 pm to CAD703X
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yes, and how could i get along without adaway?
NetGuard. I used to always root just for AdAway and got tired of the hassle for OTAs. I started using NetGuard on my N6 and never bothered to root my Pixel.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 3:31 pm to h0bnail
Anyone have a non-root method of backing up app data or syncing app data between a phone and tablet?
Posted on 5/15/17 at 6:49 pm to Street Hawk
I really don't get why people that run pure Android root their phones. Is it really worth it at that point?
Posted on 5/15/17 at 6:53 pm to castorinho
no rooting your android phone in 2017 = lol
Posted on 5/15/17 at 7:16 pm to rocket31
Meh. I said pure Android. Doesn't really add much more at that point.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 9:00 am to castorinho
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I really don't get why people that run pure Android root their phones
Nexus user, so pure android. I root to run a call blocker app (Root call blocker pro). I own a small business and the amount of spam/advertising calls I get daily would blow your mind. In 5ish years I've got a list of over 600 blocked numbers. This particular app blocks calls at a system level instead of just sending it to voicemail and making me then go and have to delete the message.
It also has a whitelist function where I can create a list of only allowed numbers and it blocks anything else. Great for vacation/family time.
Posted on 5/17/17 at 7:40 pm to castorinho
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Meh. I said pure Android. Doesn't really add much more at that point.
You obviously have never rooted your phone and installed adaway.
I am shocked at the shite people put up with these mobile ads jumping all over the damn place.
Posted on 5/17/17 at 8:42 pm to Street Hawk
They pulled same crap with BlackBerry. BlackBerry started carrying Amazon appstore on its phones. Netflix couldn't have that so presto, netflix disappeared from AA.
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