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Switch will launch with no video apps, being considered for future
- Thread starter Vashetti
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For me personally that's a non-issue. I already have enough devices where I can use these services. Others may disagree though.
Edit: There's a very similar topic about this already, but it's only about Netflix.
Edit: There's a very similar topic about this already, but it's only about Netflix.
Zombie James
Banned
So you have a brand new portable system but you'll need a seperate device(s) for voice chat, streaming video, and who knows what else at this point.
Hero Prinny
Member
you can use that stuff on your phone.
Endangered
Banned
Looks like the switch won't find its way into my travel bag.
Schnozberry
Member
Well, there goes my opportunity for an 11th Netflix Capable device.
netgrimoire
Member
/thread
SinCityAssassin
Member
That was a Laura leak, they'll probably just do it later.
SuperSonic1305
Member
That's the motto for the Switch at this point.
UnemployedVillain
Member
Why are people conflating OS with apps? Netflix isn't an OS feature
Seems they are trying to avoid hacks.
Solid SOAP
Member
They really need to get on that... apps as simple as Netflix and YouTube could sway a potential iPad owner to become a Switch owner. I know I definitely wouldn't buy an iPad if my Switch could do the same stuff but also be projected onto a screen.
SinCityAssassin
Member
Haven't heard an official statement on that one.
Like the hat?
Banned
Probably don't want to leave a bad impression with battery life when it barely makes it through a movie.
Infernal Monkey
Member
Finally, some good news.
Zombie James
Banned
Nintendo Switch: You Can Use That Stuff on Your Phone
AquaWateria
Member
Why are people acting like it ain't gonna happen lol.
They are considering a future update.
They are considering a future update.
crooked spin
Member
guess i'll have to get one of those mobile phone things everyone's been talking about.
Haha right?
Seth Enosh
Member
Video playback is probably the best case for the switch. It's based on mobile tech and should have a video decode block onboard. I'd guess 5 or 6 hours battery life. Much better than gaming.
No. That leak was from vern, a GAF user.
mario_O
Member
that's an elegant way of seeing it, I guess.
You were really expecting EA to put anything good on a Nintendo console?
UnemployedVillain
Member
Switch not launching with Netflix: Huge mistake Nintendo. This would have swayed tablet/laptop/smart TV owners over
If Switch had launched with Netflix: Why would I want to watch on a 720p screen when I can watch on my tablet/laptop/smart TV?
Admit it, some of y'all are just looking for something to complain about
If Switch had launched with Netflix: Why would I want to watch on a 720p screen when I can watch on my tablet/laptop/smart TV?
Admit it, some of y'all are just looking for something to complain about
Twenty7KVN
Member
I'm not mad at this I have 5 other devices I can use for Netflix.
So Nintendo is launching this new gaming system but apparently I need a separate machine to keep my food cold? Fuck this.
I understand the voice chat thing, that sucks, but people are acting as if this was supposed to be an Android tablet or something lol. If they can't have Netflix for launch then whatever, I want this for games, Netflix is a bonus
lmao, why would you ever expect this?
Kssio_Aug
Member
Switch is probably the most stripped out console release I can remember. Expensive and carries absolutely nothing in the package... no basic features such as matchamaking and voice chat, not a very interesting gaming library for day 1, no standard video apps that are pretty much on all devices nowadays. I can't really understand what Nintendo is expecting.
Or people just want Netflix.
I mean maybe some people would like jumping from a Switch game to netflix on one single device.
Literally no one would have complained about a feature that doesn't affect them in any way being present.
I think this is one of Nintendo's smarter plans. They half-assed everything on the 3DS and Wii U and it got them nowhere. They might as well focus exclusively on what they're good at, rather than failing at staying up-to-date with the industry.
hmm I feel like it should at least have twitch and youtube...also doesn't the switch have a streaming feature?? assuming this is the case wouldn't it be smart for Nintendo to provide switch users with an app that allows them to view theses streams?? oh well still buying the console haha
Is it weird or bad to say that I literally don't care at all about video apps such as Netflix and HBO Go to be on the Switch? Game consoles feel a lot more like game consoles when that stuff used to not be on them. I already have a Note 4 which has a nicer screen and my PS4/PC to watch videos on.
Now a native (built into the OS almost) type of YouTube and Twitch app would obviously be really cool so I'd like to see something like that in the future.
Now a native (built into the OS almost) type of YouTube and Twitch app would obviously be really cool so I'd like to see something like that in the future.
SinCityAssassin
Member
I can't believe I have to buy a house to live in that has outlets and a television if I wanna use the switch.