Different Streaming Platforms In South Africa
There are many streaming services available to South Africans, but the two most popular ones are Netflix (based in the US, with a sizable international library and an increasing number of local Originals) and Showmax (owned by South Africa, with a ton of local titles, a lineup of South African Originals, and a sizable international library). Additionally, there is the less well-known Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime Video, both of which provide a rather small selection of must-see content in South Africa (with shows like Ted Lasso that are getting more and more attention as time goes by).
The Different Sign Up Options On Netflix
Four choices are available: Mobile, Basic, Standard, and Premium.
The most affordable option is mobile, which costs R49 a month and lets you watch on one device at a time—either your phone or tablet. You can watch Basic for R99 on a phone, tablet, browser, or smart TV, but only one device can be used at once.On either of these bundles, HD or Ultra HD viewing is not available.
Two streams are included in the R159/month Standard bundle. This allows you to watch on your smart TV while someone else watches on one of your devices, such a smartphone. You may both watch in HD as well.
Four simultaneous streams are available with the R199 Premium package, which enables HD and Ultra HD watching and allows for simultaneous use of Netflix by four separate users on four different devices.
Devices For Netflix
You can get away with signing up for the Mobile or Basic subscriptions and only paying R49 or R99 per month if you only want to watch Netflix on your phone or tablet and don’t have a family who will need access to your Netflix details. However, if you’re considering watching on a smart TV or a larger screen and want your kids to enjoy Netflix as well, it may be worthwhile to consider one of the more expensive packages.
How Does Netflix Work In South Africa
For Netflix SD, you require a minimum of 1 Mbps, for HD, 3 Mbps to 5 Mbps, and for UHD, 15 Mbps. Depending on your network and its coverage, a 3G connection operates effectively. Use an LTE modem to connect to Netflix with a reliable internet connection. A Netflix decoder, set-top boxes, SmartTVs, Xboxes, PlayStations, Smart Blu-ray players, Apple TVs, and other devices are all options. You may stream on the go using an iPhone, iPad, Android phone, or even a Windows phone. Purchase a computer monitor or TV that supports Ultra HD streaming at 60Hz. To use Netflix’s streaming service, you must have an account. A password and an email address are needed to create an account.The number of devices you can use to watch Netflix simultaneously depends on your plan, as does your preference for Standard Definition (SD), High Definition (HD), or Ultra High Definition (UHD) (UHD). Complete the free trial period of one month before selecting and paying for a package.
