Is there a way to watch Netflix in hd on this phone? I understand that the issue is with the DRM level, is there a way to change it? Is anyone else having this problem?
Do you have the hd subscription?
Ecto5 said:
Do you have the hd subscription?
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Yes, I have the 4k subscription, but if I look at any movie I don't see the little hd icon next to the title. Googling it I found out that this issue is related to the level of DRM the phone has which you can also find using the drminfo app. Are you not having this problem? Could you check your DRM level and tell me if I got a bad unit?
So I've googled it and it appears that Netflix use Google DRM called Widevine. Our devices do support Widevine 1.0 but unfortunately the second requirement is Netflix certification which unfortunately not all devices get.
There appears a way to bypass this where it tells Netflix servers that it's allowed to stream HD:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=65001865&postcount=12
philje123 said:
So I've googled it and it appears that Netflix use Google DRM called Widevine. Our devices do support Widevine 1.0 but unfortunately the second requirement is Netflix certification which unfortunately not all devices get.
There appears a way to bypass this where it tells Netflix servers that it's allowed to stream HD:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=65001865&postcount=12
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The link you posted says that it works with DRM L1 but my P2 has L3, does yours use L1?
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So I know there's a Smart Youtube app and Ive installed it. Is there any way to cast my iphone and YouTube TV to my FireTV? If not was toying around with getting an Apple TV
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sparker781 said:
So I know there's a Smart Youtube app and Ive installed it. Is there any way to cast my iphone and YouTube TV to my FireTV? If not was toying around with getting an Apple TV
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https://www.reddit.com/r/firetvstick/comments/7n20hc/casting_with_smart_youtube_tv/
With the Smart YouTube TV app you've installed on your Fire TV, technically no.
The regular YouTube app (and by extension the Smart YouTube TV) doesn't use the proper Chromecast protocol - it uses a different, 'cut-down' version called DIAL. More information about this protocol can be found here.
It seems that I'm in a similar situation as you are - I've got a Fire TV, however also want to cast things to it. A native YouTube TV app would be nice as well!
Unfortunately Amazon and Google still haven't sorted their differences, hence waiting for a native YouTube TV app for FireOS might be foolish at this stage. As you can see in your other post on the topic, there does seem to be developer movement in figuring out how to successfully side-load YouTube TV. Fingers crossed.
From my research as of now, you might want to consider getting a different streaming media player - you'd probably want an Apple TV (if you have an iPhone), and I'm thinking of getting a Nvidia Shield TV (since it supports all the streaming services and has chromecast functionality built-in).
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With the Smart YouTube TV app you've installed on your Fire TV, technically no.
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But that's fine, I have the Smart YouTube TV app connected with my smartphone by ID and now I can stream and controll from the Phone-YouTube app to the Fire TV app .
i found a workaround for now. Can cast from my iphone to my Xbox One
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With the Smart YouTube TV app you've installed on your Fire TV, technically no.
The regular YouTube app (and by extension the Smart YouTube TV) doesn't use the proper Chromecast protocol - it uses a different, 'cut-down' version called DIAL. More information about this protocol can be found here.
It seems that I'm in a similar situation as you are - I've got a Fire TV, however also want to cast things to it. A native YouTube TV app would be nice as well!
Unfortunately Amazon and Google still haven't sorted their differences, hence waiting for a native YouTube TV app for FireOS might be foolish at this stage. As you can see in your other post on the topic, there does seem to be developer movement in figuring out how to successfully side-load YouTube TV. Fingers crossed.
From my research as of now, you might want to consider getting a different streaming media player - you'd probably want an Apple TV (if you have an iPhone), and I'm thinking of getting a Nvidia Shield TV (since it supports all the streaming services and has chromecast functionality built-in).
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I am waiting for delivery of a Channel Master Stream+ made by Technicolor:
https://www.channelmaster.com/Stream_Plus_p/cm-7600.htm
It arrived at their ware house last week. When they will ship to buyers remains unseen. And, will Netflix be supported and USB hard drive be enabled. it does has Micro SD DVR for now. My goal is OTA DVR for Locals and stream the rest. Tried a Shield Pro last summer but the remote was dead and support was less than helpful. Sent it back. Curious as to why the pro has been discontinued.
rainman74 said:
But that's fine, I have the Smart YouTube TV app connected with my smartphone by ID and now I can stream and controll from the Phone-YouTube app to the Fire TV app .
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Yes, and that's all you'll be able to do with the 'Smart YouTube TV' app - it only supports sending video links from YouTube --> YouTube (and other limited uses) using the DIAL protocol.
OP specifically asked for casting abilities (I'm presuming more Chromecast- or AirPlay-like), so that they can cast not just YouTube, but also other apps (such as 'YouTube TV'). This is definitely not supported with the alternative 'Smart YouTube TV' app at this stage.
If you have an Xbox One, then this supports casting from iOS and Android (as OP stated above).
Various other media streaming box options exist that have full casting abilities built-in (such as the Channel Master Stream+ @schneid has mentioned). This device actually looks pretty interesting, and I'd like to hear about your experience with the device when it eventually gets shipped @schneid !
schneid said:
I am waiting for delivery of a Channel Master Stream+ made by Technicolor:
https://www.channelmaster.com/Stream_Plus_p/cm-7600.htm
It arrived at their ware house last week. When they will ship to buyers remains unseen. And, will Netflix be supported and USB hard drive be enabled. it does has Micro SD DVR for now. My goal is OTA DVR for Locals and stream the rest. Tried a Shield Pro last summer but the remote was dead and support was less than helpful. Sent it back. Curious as to why the pro has been discontinued.
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My Stream+ was shipped and lost in the mail. Probably a good thing. I've been reading on AVSForum and the product seems to be a disaster:
http://www.avsforum.com/forum/42-hdtv-recorders/2963228-official-channel-master-stream-owner-s-thread.html
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My Stream+ was shipped and lost in the mail. Probably a good thing. I've been reading on AVSForum and the product seems to be a disaster:
http://www.avsforum.com/forum/42-hd...ial-channel-master-stream-owner-s-thread.html
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Well that stinks. Hope you'll get reimbursed for it!
What device do you think you'll get as a substitute in the meantime?
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Hi,
Since our device comes with Widevine L1 and HDR10 support, I would like to know if it supports HD streaming on Netflix and Amazon Prime? Now before you jump on saying I am an idiot for asking such question as the device ships with WVL1, let me tell you that having Widevine L1 is not the only criteria to be able to stream HD contents on Netflix and Amazon Prime. They have their own set of criteria and every device has to be whitelisted from their end in order to support HD streaming. This is the reason my last device Poco F1 can not stream HD contents as Netflix is not ready to whitelist the device. So I would like to know what is the case with Realme X as I am thinking of getting Netflix. But I would like to make sure HD streaming is working before I invest on the HD plan. If anyone here uses Netflix HD plan on Realme X, can you please check and let me know if HD streaming is working (a screenshot would be better). If you don't have Netflix or Amazon Prime, I would request you to kindly ignore the post as I am not looking for answers based on assumption.
Thank you!!
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Yeah right. The device also needs to be whitelisted by netflix and amazon themselves for hd playback other than having L1 certification in the first place. I confirm the support of hd playback on both the apps but hdr is not supported. As you know realme x supports hdr content too(our device only supports hdr, not hdr 10), play some hdr stuff on YouTube and you would know the difference but hdr on netflix and amazon are not supported. Now in netflix app it ll clearly show hdr written if the show supports it and the device supports it as well ( I cannot include ss of the netflix app as i don't currently have an active plan) but I don't think same is the case with amazon prime because (ss attached) below you ll see hdr is mentioned for the show but i don't think it plays it in hdr. Also (ss attached) you ll see my rant over colour os in a post where i talk about the same and the inclusion of osie vision effect as a feature in place of hdr support which doesn't actually work.
prashant2198 said:
I confirm the support of hd playback on both the apps.
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Hey thanks man for confirming. Having HD is fine with me. It may not be as good as HDR, but it's way better than SD. Now that you have confirmed HD (not talking about HDR) streaming is working on Netflix and Prime, I am renewing my subscription.
Thank you again for taking the time to answer.
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Hey thanks man for confirming. Having HD is fine with me. It may not be as good as HDR, but it's way better than SD. Now that you have confirmed HD (not talking about HDR) streaming is working on Netflix and Prime, I am renewing my subscription.
Thank you again for taking the time to answer.
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You can always like my comment if I was helpful. Also watching content on this device would be a breeze. I actually used my laptop to watch my content because of the bigger screen but after buying this phone I use this rather. Also did a little research and netflix and amazon support hdr content on only a couple of flagship devices like Galaxy note 10 plus and stuff, those who support hdr10 so having hdr doesn't make a difference. Anyways enjoy.
I've seen that after the bootloader is unlocked the Widevine Certification is downgraded to L3, is there any magisk module or any way to edit the system files to get it back to L1?
P.S. I don't have any experience playing with Widevine certification at system level, so kind of a noob, so please explain easily :laugh:
njaya95 said:
I've seen that after the bootloader is unlocked the Widevine Certification is downgraded to L3, is there any magisk module or any way to edit the system files to get it back to L1?
P.S. I don't have any experience playing with Widevine certification at system level, so kind of a noob, so please explain easily :laugh:
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Well, it's a minor make up because the Safety net check is positive, the playstore is certified, and even when it isn't, just register the device with the gfs code and the financial apps work even without warnings hiding them on magisk hide, even netflix works installed from the play store, even if I don't have an account ...
surferbyter said:
Well, it's a minor make up because the Safety net check is positive, the playstore is certified, and even when it isn't, just register the device with the gfs code and the financial apps work even without warnings hiding them on magisk hide, even netflix works installed from the play store, even if I don't have an account ...
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Hmmm I use Prime Video a lot without L1 it's not possible to stream in 1080p right? That's why I'm curious.
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Hmmm I use Prime Video a lot without L1 it's not possible to stream in 1080p right? That's why I'm curious.
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Maximum quality streaming on my prime video...
surferbyter said:
Maximum quality streaming on my prime video...
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Are you getting this 1080p HD while streaming?
njaya95 said:
Are you getting this 1080p HD while streaming?
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My app doesn't give me that screen. It does not make me choose the resolutions but only gives me in the settings the streaming and download qualities that I set in Maximum.
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My app doesn't give me that screen. It does not make me choose the resolutions but only gives me in the settings the streaming and download qualities that I set in Maximum.
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Okay, it's not an option it just shows the quality of the video playing.
Hi guys,
can someone here confirm if widevine L1 is still present or lost in Netflix. Some devices (from other oems) lost their drm keys for unknown reason.
My RN8 (ginkgo variant) can no longer play netflix in HD ! I'm on LOS 17
ASUS finally has a software fix for phones losing HD Netflix support
The company previously asked owners to send in their units to get the fix
www.androidpolice.com
Please give me a feedback here ...
janhammer504 said:
Hi guys,
can someone here confirm if widevine L1 is still present or lost in Netflix. Some devices (from other oems) lost their drm keys for unknown reason.
My RN8 (ginkgo variant) can no longer play netflix in HD ! I'm on LOS 17
ASUS finally has a software fix for phones losing HD Netflix support
The company previously asked owners to send in their units to get the fix
www.androidpolice.com
Please give me a feedback here ...
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Ginkgo has still security level L1. So, HD streaming should work. Check DRM info from play store.
Have installed netflix app via Appure, but when open the app, it always say can't connect , error 1033;
same here tried everything, even on gspace it's not working!
Can't find a solution
valerio.tosti said:
same here tried everything, even on gspace it's not working!
Can't find a solution
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Can you get Disney+ work, I can login but can't play any video.
glen44 said:
Can you get Disney+ work, I can login but can't play any video.
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i dont use disney+
for me prime and hbo are workin, for netflix i found an alternative, Rave app!
even f1 Tv is not working, i think because of drm protections
valerio.tosti said:
i dont use disney+
for me prime and hbo are workin, for netflix i found an alternative, Rave app!
even f1 Tv is not working, i think because of drm protections
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Rave can make Netflix and disney+ work!
However only 540P for netflix and 720P for disney+
Are you the same or this is because I download Rave from APKpure
better quality is not possible because of DRM protections, even if the Original Netflix app would work!
It's because chinese firmware.
valerio.tosti said:
better quality is not possible because of DRM protections, even if the Original Netflix app would work!
It's because chinese firmware.
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latest version of netflix I got at APKpure won't show "can't connect" but still will show device not compatible , even put it into gspace. Rave still the only way it seems.