Xbox 360 is the only game console to offer instant streaming from Netflix of some movies and TV episodes right to your television. This new entertainment option will be free to Xbox Live Gold members who also have a Netflix unlimited subscription. Netflix instant streaming is one of the many new features that you will find in the new Xbox Experience.
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How do I add Netflix instant streaming to my Xbox 360?
When you become a Netflix unlimited subscriber, here are the steps to activate Netflix instant streaming on your Xbox 360 (available beginning November 19). Please print this page for future reference:
Step 1: Activate Netflix on your Xbox 360.
- Sign into your Xbox LIVE Gold account
- Navigate to the Video Marketplace channel and select the Netflix slot.
- Select 'Confirm Download' to download the free Netflix application.
- Select 'Play Now' after the download.
- Select 'Yes, I want to activate instant watch'.
- Write down your six-digit activation code for use during the next step.
Step 2: Link your Netflix and Xbox LIVE Gold Accounts.
- Go to www.netflix.com/activate.
- Sign in to your Netflix account and enter your six-digit activation code where prompted.
- Select 'Activate.'
- Once you see an "Activation is complete" message, click the 'Watch Instantly' tab to add movies to your Netflix Instant Queue.
Step 3 – Enjoy Instant Streaming from Netflix!
- Your Netflix Queue update will appear on your Xbox 360 screen.
- Sit back, relax, and instantly watch movies on your TV!
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