Kushan Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 They don't need or WANT everyone to have netflix though. And remember, the netflix part of the dash update is going to be there whether you use netflix or not, so it's important to test how it operates even when not in use. That's why it's important to have a good cross-section of people. They'll want people from all around the world, people with fast connections, people with slow connections, people using HDMI, people using Component and so on and so forth. They call it a "preview" program, but really it's a beta. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spenser.d Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 I know it's really a beta. You're point still really doesn't make sense though. The netflix part of the update wouldn't always be in use even if everyone in the program had netflix. That's why I'm saying my theory does make sense. They can get a good cross-section of everything else even if they were to limit it to just netflix subscribers and they'd still be able to test all the functionality of the entire update, even how things run when the netflix users aren't using netflix. -Spenser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kushan Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 But you're missing the point, they have to test EVERYTHING, including the bits that aren't being used. I know it sounds backwards, but think of it this way: What if someone doesn't have a netflix account, but clicks the netflix icon anyway? You have to test that as well, so yes they do want a cross section of EVERYONE. Yeah sure, they'll likely pick more netflix subscribers than non-netflix subscribers, but they WILL pick them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DigitalE Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 Already signed up :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMELTN Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 make sure someone posts when they get a invite email. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Browno Posted July 22, 2009 Share Posted July 22, 2009 Preview Program update: We still have room for you! http://tr.im/txnE; The 'you've been chosen' emails are not going out for a few more days http://twitter.com/majornelson/statuses/2781117876 about an hour ago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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