To Netflix: Must Try Something else now

ByJorge Pereira 2011-09-072017-06-20

After several months of back and forth, this past weekend (long weekend) we finally came to realization that the current Netflix offering is just not working for us anymore… When the rate increase changed, earlier this year, we switched to streaming only, but, simply put, the current streaming selection sucks!

Recent news events that have affected my decision include: Sony catalog gone, they will eliminate Starz and they are enforcing the limit of one movie stream at a time.

I have used Netflix services for years (member since 2003) , and we have enjoyed it tremendously, which makes my cancellation harder, but the selections have gotten worst, the price has increased, and there are similar services ( RedBox, Amazon Prime, HBO Go, Xfinity online ) that available now.

I have seen many posting about cancelling Netflix service… One that was described the reasons and experience well is West Williams’ posting at http://bit.ly/nyKoIz

How can Netflix now revert the trend? – I *really* hope they do…

Jorge Pereira

Accomplished Information Technology services professional with over 25 years of experience performing technical pre-sales, solution selling, public speaking / presentations, consulting, project delivery and program management. Over the past few years, Jorge has focused on customers solutions in the areas of: Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Workforce Transformation, End-User-Computing (EUC) Lifecycle Management, Modern Device Management, and Cybersecurity.
Additionally, Jorge is also an artist known for his whimsical doodle art and captivating fantasy stories. More on his creative side here

Disclaimer: I work for Dell Technology Services as a Workforce Transformation Solutions Principal. It is my passion to help guide organizations through the current technology transition specifically as it relates to Workforce Transformation. Visit Dell Technologies site for more information. Opinions are my own and not the views of my employer.

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