Google TV Freeplay Streams 10,000 Movies and Shows For Free But Not in South Africa
While streaming services like Netflix and Prime Video wrestle for your attention, Google is now giving its Google TV users more bang for their buck with Freeplay. Before the update, Freeplay was largely. . .
While streaming services like Netflix and Prime Video wrestle for your attention, Google is now giving its Google TV users more bang for their buck with Freeplay. Before the update, Freeplay was largely focused on offering free television and live channels. However, it has now added over 10,000 movies and TV shows to stream for free on the service – with some ads sprinkled in, of course. Unfortunately, South Africa has once again drawn the short end of the stick. Similar to Freeplay’s existing channels, the new on-demand library of movies and shows is largely supported by ads, meaning you won’t need another monthly subscription to gain access. From what I’ve read from Google TV users, the ads aren’t frequent enough to be distracting or jarring, at least for live channels, so we’ll have to wait and see how it’s implemented in between movies and shows going forward. The on-demand library in Freeplay seems to offer shows like Agatha All Along and Hell’s Kitchen while movie selection includes titles from A24 and Lionsgate, including Lady Bird, Point Break and 17 Again, among many others. There are thousands of films and series on offer so you’re bound to find what you’re looking for. Here’s the kicker: Freeplay is not available in South Africa, even if you own a Google TV. For the time being, on-demand is being rolled out in the US only, though Google might have plans to expand it to other regions eventually, though we wouldn’t hold our breath. Google also stated that the selection will be refreshed every month, so expect new movies and shows to arrive at a steady rate. In related news,Netflix is reportedly considering adding channelsthat continuously stream shows and movies too. Much like cable TV back in the day (and something Google TV already offers), it’s being done in an effort to boost user engagement times on the service while encouraging viewers to stay subscribed. Source:Google