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One of the most exciting advantages the Verizon iPhone 4 has over its AT&T counterpart is its ability to become a mobile hot spot. A mobile hot spot allows several devices to connect to it via Wi-Fi and then uses a cellular signal to connect those devices to the Internet. Essentially the hot spot becomes a wireless router.

I was curious about the strain something like this would have on the iPhone 4′s battery, so I decided to run a little test. I turned on the iPhone 4′s hot spot and then connected a Wi-Fi-only iPad to its network. I then streamed a movie through Netflix (“Macbeth”; the Patrick Stewart version, which is surprisingly ambitious, by the way), until the battery on the iPhone 4 died. The movie is only about 2.5 hours, so periodically I’d have to scrub it back toward the beginning.

For comparison, I used the T-Mobile MyTouch 4G, as it was the only hot-spot-capable phone available for testing at the time. I used the same methodology to kill the MyTouch 4G’s battery Dell vostro 1510 batterylife.

To provide context, I’m also including how long each phone’s battery took to die while playing a movie. The movie, “Toy Story 3,” on the iPhone 4 was optimized for iPhone 4, whereas “Toy Story 3″ on the MyTouch 4G was encoded at 720p.

While each phone lasted a bit over 5 hours as hot spots, as video players, things were a little different. The iPhone 4 lasted more than 10 hours, whereas the MyTouch 4G lasted only 6.6 hours. This is an interesting difference that could have to do with the type of videos used by each phone.

I simply felt that each phone should be tested with the best quality video it’s capable of displaying. Each test was run up to three times, with the final results an average of the best two times, as long as they were within 5 percent of each other.

During the video battery test, each phone was placed in airplane mode, with their respective brightnesses adjusted between 140 and 150 candelas per square meters (cd/m2).

While running as hot spots, the phone screens were set to shut off after a minute and were never turned on until after their batteries dell 6400 Laptop batterydied.

We should also note that we noticed a difference in quality between the two phones while streaming “Macbeth.” When using the iPhone 4, the movie looked to display at Netflix’s lowest quality setting. Netflix is known to dial back the visual quality of its streaming signal depending on network traffic or the amount of devices steaming off the network and the speed of your connection.

When streaming using the MyTouch 4G, the image was much clearer. I’ve attempted to illustrate that difference using a couple of pics.

The iPhone 4′s battery is able to put an impressive foot forward if watching movies on the device itself, lasting about 35 percent longer than the MyTouch 4G in video playback battery life.

In hot-spot mode, while the iPhone 4 and MyTouch 4G’s batteries Lenovo 3000 v200 batterylasted about the same duration, the MyTouch 4G will make for a more pleasant experience if streaming movies. The Verizon iPhone 4′s 3G signal just isn’t fast enough (at least in San Francisco) to deliver a consistently high-quality streaming video image. At least not through Netflix.

The Verizon iPhone 4′s hot spot worked as expected, just don’t expect it to deliver a superfast speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    How can I watch Netflix from my Android phone?
    I have an Android Samsung Tablet, and I have an Android Phone and I want to watch movies on from my new Netflix account. Are there any apps or ways to watch a movie from my android from netflix? I don’t understand what are instant queques or disc quques, so how do I watch movies from Netflix on my Android? It keeps telling me I do not have the software.

    • ANSWER:
      You can’t. The Netfix app for Anderoid hasn’t been released.

  2. QUESTION:
    Is there a way to watch netflix on an android phone?
    I got a new android phone and I want to be able to watch my netflix on it. is there an appour tweak that would allow me to watch movies on my phone?

    • ANSWER:
      You can download a youtube app to watch movie on your phone.

      I think you can find anything (games&apps) you want. ALL FOR FREE!

      android.pandaapp.com

      go to the download page and you can find everything you need！

      Hope you like it！

  3. QUESTION:
    how to download a netflix on android os tablet?
    My mom has this tablet that is a nextbook 7p and i dont know how to add netflix on it. it has a android operating system but it does not have android marketplace or anything that involves apps except SlideMe. What should i do?

    (it was a gift so dont say return it and such)

    • ANSWER:
      netflix isn’t prominent on android os devices yet.

      http://www.netflix.com/NetflixReadyDevices?cid=Mobile+Devices

      only certain phones are lucky enough to have it.

      all companies prioritize with ios first.

  4. QUESTION:
    Is Netflix on the android market? Can I watch movies and programs?
    Can I watch the same things as if I was on my computer Netflix account? I have an HTC Evo 4G if that makes any difference, I just got it and am still learning the ropes of the android world, I switched from an iphone. I have had this phone for a week and already like it better, but thats besides the point and off topic, haha.

    • ANSWER:
      No, there’s no app (yet) to watch Netflix on any Android phones. Netflix is working on one, but they haven’t said when it’ll be available or for which phones.

  5. QUESTION:
    Could I watch Netflix on my Android phone?
    I know Netflix hasn’t come out yet on the Android market, but is there another way to watch Netflix on my Optimus V? Please help me out with this and earn yourself ten points.

    • ANSWER:

  6. QUESTION:
    If I cannot get netflix or Hulu on my Android phone, what can i get that is just as good?
    Netflix and Hulu both seem to be dragging their heels on an app for Android Phones. Only recently Netflix put out an app for only 5 Android phones. Is there something else or have these two cornered the market on movie streaming?

    • ANSWER:
      Ohh yes dude i used to have your problum but on the top ten entertainment apps there’s an app called movie stream and tv shows stream theres more movies on here than netflix or hulu it’s awesome and to make things even cooler get an app called real time player beta and you can download all the shows or movies you want to you have to get it though it’s my favorite 2 apps ever

  7. QUESTION:
    can you watch netflix on android smart phones?
    I have the Intercept and i want to be able to watch Netflix on my phone, are there any apps or tricks out there that will allow this ?

    • ANSWER:
      Not yet. Hopefully soon. http://blog.netflix.com/2010/11/netflix-on-android.html

  8. QUESTION:
    Is there Netflix on Android phones?
    I was thinking about buying an Android phone but I wanted to know if Android had the netflix app. If not is there a way to get it. If its not out yet then when does it come out?

    • ANSWER:
      I don’t believe so yet. Soon enough i’m sure. I heard the new gameboy was supposed to have netflix but it is not yet released on it.

  9. QUESTION:
    What is the cheapest tablet that gets android app for netflix?
    i want to know what the cheapest tablet that can get netflix app. battery life does not matter as long as can perfectly play netflix through wifi thanks

    • ANSWER:
      Chinese tablet is a good choice.
      Well I know a website about Chinese tablet,
      and you can have a look.

  10. QUESTION:
    Is Netflix coming to android like it is on iphone where you can watch stuff?

    • ANSWER:
      You can by going to the app store and typing in the search box: netflix

  11. QUESTION:
    How to watch netflix movie on android phones?

    • ANSWER:
      download it from the andriod store, but dont watch it on 3g or 4g, the connetion will be bad and you;ll burn up all ur data on a movie, watch on wifi if u can

  12. QUESTION:
    Netflix for android? Which phone is capable?
    I am about to get a new phone on at&t. It is between the htc inspire 4g and the samsung captivate… Are either of these phones capable of using the netflix app that just came out today?

    • ANSWER:

  13. QUESTION:
    When is netflix coming to android?
    i would like to know when netflix is coming to android phones, i have been waiting for a while and am getting impatiant

    • ANSWER:
      There’s a leaked version, but Netflix has been slow-moving because of lack of proper DRM for Android phones. It also sounds like it will be released for new devices, not implemented to older ones.

  14. QUESTION:
    Will Netflix ever work for Android tablets?
    How about Skype?

    • ANSWER:

  15. QUESTION:
    Is there an app in existence for android for instant viewing on netflix?

    • ANSWER:
      Only for certain phones. If your phone is supported, then you will find the Netflix app (by Netflix) when you search in the Android market. If you don’t find it, it is not yet available for your phone.

      P.S. Some people have kinda-sorta hacked the app to work on any phone, but it didn’t work when I tried it. If you want to try it, here’s the link: http://lifehacker.com/5804109/install-netflix-on-your-unsupported-android-device-no-rooting-required

  16. QUESTION:
    When will it be possible to see netflix streaming movies on our Android phones?

    • ANSWER:
      Netflix is with microsoft and sony. Im sure it wont be long before Andriod has it. But then again, Netflix may not be able run on Android OS

  17. QUESTION:
    is there a netflix app for an android?
    i just got an android 2 and i was wondering if there is an app that lets someone watch a netflix video on the phone

    • ANSWER:
      There is, but it doesn’t work at the moment. It’s currently being worked on.

  18. QUESTION:
    Slingbox Solo + TiVo Premiere + Netflix + Android 2.1 phone = Netflix anywhere?
    Has anybody done this? My question assumes sufficient bandwidth on both ends and a Netflix subscription. I’ve seen many posts from people who have used it with various DVRs but nobody who has done this.

    Also, must the user leave his or her computer at home for Slingbox to work?

    Thank you,

    Matt

    • ANSWER:
      in theory it should work.and no you dont need any viewing device at home by your statement i guess you talking about a lap-top leaving it at home so no you just need the slingbox connected to the internet the output on the slingbox is a pass-thru port since you dont control the channels with it for your tv and your slingbox needs to be after your tivo so you can control the tivo with the IR leads- i dont have a tivo i have a computer based pvr and i dont have a android phone

  19. QUESTION:
    Does anyone know when the netflix and hulu plus apps are coming to android?
    I have the HTC Droid incredible

    • ANSWER:
      The App is suppose to be out this month again “Suppose” to be out and there are a lot of people upset with the way its going me being one of them…….here is the Chatter on a forum thats making the case as to why its not ready yet..

      http://forum.androidcentral.com/htc-evo-4g/53237-netflix.html

      So again very soon…..

  20. QUESTION:
    Is there a way to watch netflix movies on a sony ericsson x10 phone (android)?
    I would really like to be able to stream my netflix account to my phone! :D 10 points to the best answer
    I know there is no official software but I am wondering if there is a work around of some kind.

    • ANSWER:
      Not yet……netflix is rolling out support to only certain devices right now. Be patient….it should eventually get there….just hope Sony provides support for it

  21. QUESTION:
    Is there an ETA on Netflix for Android?

    • ANSWER:
      I WISH!

  22. QUESTION:
    Netflix not working on my android?
    I downloaded Netflix to my google android, but its not playing any video right! the voices of every video are squeaky like a chipmunk and sometimes theres not a picture. T.T
    Why is that? We are a payed subscriber to netflix and we use it on our computer and nintendo wii.
    I’m sorry I should have said its a Tablet Computer. Not a cell phone. lol

    • ANSWER:
      Your device is not supported. See http://www.netflix.com/NetflixReadyDevicesDetails?pdid=587

      You can make it work (I have it running on a Nook Color, which isn’t supported either), but your device will need to be rooted, and you will probably have to change the /system/build.prop file to trick the application into thinking that you have a supported device.

      EDIT: Actually listing your unsupported device type and model rather than hoping we’re psychic would help people help you. The Nook Color isn’t a phone either, so what you’re trying to do is possible, but it’s going to require a pretty high technical aptitude.

  23. QUESTION:
    Android question and netflix question?
    Can you use the same netflix account on two different androids and can they see your credit card and stuff on their android.

    • ANSWER:
      Yes you can, and no they wont see it unless they go onto the account in the browser and the credit card will just be stars and you can only see the last four numbers.

  24. QUESTION:
    Does anyone know when netflix will come to Android phones?

    • ANSWER:
      Netflix recently announced that they will begin pre-loading their app on select phones starting next year, like Blockbuster did with their app. They will not be releasing a general Android app, however, due to licensing and security issues. So only new phones will be able to get it.

  25. QUESTION:
    Netflix streaming and android?
    Does anyone know when they are going to release an app so we can stream to our android phones, they have been saying they are going to. I know they finally released the app for the iPhone.

    • ANSWER:
      They announced on the netflicks blog that they are working on it, and they hope to have it out early next year.

  26. QUESTION:
    Netflix app on android?
    Does the Netflix app for android work on 3G and 4G networks? Or is it strictly WIFI??

    • ANSWER:
      First of all the Netflix app works on 3G and 4G and Wi-Fi as well. However you have to be careful with your data internet plan. If you have a limited amount of gigabytes or megabytes that you get per month on your 3G or 4G data plan with your cell phone company, using netflix and streaming will likely use your data internet plan quickly. Plus using 3G data internet will be slow and sometimes lag when watching Netflix.

      The best way would be to use Wi-Fi. Using Wi-Fi will give you better results with Netflix. Plus you have unlimited Wi-Fi internet at any hotspot location or through your home network.

  27. QUESTION:
    Is there Netflix for the Android Evo?
    Have they came up with an app. where you can steam netflix movies down to my Evo??

    • ANSWER:
      Hi.There is an app available for Netflix yes,but you cannot watch movies from it.

  28. QUESTION:
    Netflix and Android :) ?
    I have the Samsung Moment by sprint and I also have netflix. I was wondering if netflix has any apps that I can download so I can instantly watch netflix from my phone? But I do not want to pay for an app. I tried watching netflix straight from the website but I need like a javascript or something… Any help wil be appreciated :D

    • ANSWER:
      netflix has no android app

  29. QUESTION:
    Is there a netflix type app on the Android market? *10 points*?
    I have Sprint TV built in my phone, but it sucks. I’m looking for a free Netflix type of app… one where you browse different types of tv shows/movies. Plz and thx
    ~Endzone

    • ANSWER:
      Yes Netflix has an Android app but it does not work with all phones- about 8 phones or so are supported. On Sprint, the only supported phones are the Evo and the Nexus S.

  30. QUESTION:
    why can’t you stream netflix on android?

    • ANSWER:
      Because the earlier releases of Android prevented Netflix from installing DRM software on your phone to prevent piracy. We’re supposed to be getting a Netflix app early this year, though.

  31. QUESTION:
    can i watch netflix on android phone?

    • ANSWER:
      Nope, but you can order them

  32. QUESTION:
    Netflix on the Android Market?
    Is this app really coming, or is that just talk & wishfull thinking? Are there any other Android apps that let you watch tv episodes and movies?

    • ANSWER:

  33. QUESTION:
    Is Netflix on Android phones?

    • ANSWER:
      Not yet.

  34. QUESTION:
    How can i get the Netflix app on my LG Vortex?
    I can see the netflix app at the Android Market, just says its not compaitable? How can i get it to be compaitable? I was really excited about hearing Netflixing coming to the Android! Thanks in Advance!

    • ANSWER:

  35. QUESTION:
    When is netflix going to have an app for android?

    • ANSWER:
      Clearly you haven’t kept up with the news…

      http://lifehacker.com/5804109/install-netflix-on-your-unsupported-android-device-no-rooting-required

      —
      Kasey C, PC guru since Apple II days
      Out of my mind. Back in five minutes.

  36. QUESTION:
    Is there a Netflix app for Android?

    • ANSWER:
      No there are only apps where you can change and edit the Netflix que delivered to your home. Hopefully there will be one soon.

  37. QUESTION:
    does netflix play on android 2.1?
    getting a tablet and want to know if i can play netflix on it.

    • ANSWER:
      No you cannot. Netflix will be loaded onto phones and tablets this year on a per-device basis. There will not be a general Netflix app that you can download onto any device.

  38. QUESTION:
    Can i watch netflix on my android ?

    • ANSWER:
      nope. I have a droid and recently became aware that this was impossible.

  39. QUESTION:
    when is netflix coming to the ANDROID XOOM TABLET?

    • ANSWER:
      Official answer from Netflix (and Hulu incidentally) about Android release date is “soon”… They’re requiring Android devices to have built in “DRM” (to prevent you from “pirating the movies” you’re watching).
      All new Qualcomm chips are supposed to have the DRM requirements of the studios so they can have Netflix… the LG Revolution was demoed running Netflix at CES and is supposed to launch the end of March or sometime in April.

      On Netflix’s site, there’s a comment that makes it sound like all Tegra based Androids will be allowed to have Netflix too: “Netflix is using the Tegra 2 development platform to bring the Netflix experience to Android super phones and tablets. We’re working closely with NVIDIA to ensure Netflix takes full advantage of Tegra’s outstanding acceleration and security capabilities.” — Greg Peters, Vice President, Product Development at Netflix

      I’ll also give you a wonderful related comment that I ran across earlier that I echo the sentiment of:
      “Neither the iPhone(3|3GS|4) nor iPad(1|2) have hardware encryption. Those platforms have been rooted and exploited time and time again, and thus are not impenetrable platforms. And of course Hulu (Plus) and Netflix run on desktops that have been exploited time and time again.

      There are a number of exploits to recover Netflix and Hulu (Plus) streams on a variety of platforms. The hesitancy of those products to go to Android because of the DRM is obnoxious, really, because it goes against all common sense — the horses have long since bolted, so it’s a bit ridiculous to make a big deal about the gate in the corner.”

  40. QUESTION:
    Do Virgin Mobile Android phones have a Netflix App?

    • ANSWER:
      the Official App??? https://market.android.com/details?id=com.netflix.mediaclient&feature=search_result

      No!

      Now… the hacked app.. LOL LOL yes… well, it should.. i had no issues on my Droid X before Netfix made dx official 10 days ago.

      http://www.droidforums.net/forum/droid-forums-member-news-depot/135110-netflix-app-appears-pulled-revolution-may-finally-working.html

      its the com.netflix.mediaclient-2.apk app…. Enjoy

  41. QUESTION:
    What’s the best way to stream Netflix and/or Hulu to my new Android phone?
    I have a brand-new Android phone from AT&T (it’s an HTC Inspire), and I love it except for the fact that I haven’t found a cheap/convenient way to access content on my Netflix streaming account from it. They just recently announced that future Androids built on the “Snapdragon” platform will have this capability built-in, but I guess that doesn’t apply to my phone. I have also heard about “PlayOn” and “Plex,” both of which have Android apps now available. But both of them require you to be running their software on your PC, which you then can link to your phone (if it is on the same WiFi network, I guess). I am actually tempted to try out one of these, but I’m unsure which one will be most effective and least expensive for me. If you have any advice on this, or if you know a better way to do what I am trying to do, I’d love to hear from you!

    • ANSWER:
      PlayOn has got much better reviews than Plex and although it costs more, it seems to be the better option (as of now) from everything I’ve read. (They do have a 2-week free trial)

      One thing worth noting is that you don’t need to be on the same wifi network (it certainly wouldn’t be worth the price if that was the case). It will work over 3G.

  42. QUESTION:
    Why cant I put netflix on ubuntu or linux when you can get it on mac android skyfire browser we need some type?
    WTF!!!?????

    • ANSWER:
      I do it thru a VM virtual machine running XP, as I would guess most do. Netflix was SUPOSSED to end this crap a couple months ago according to the last official statement, but didn’t…BIG SUPRISE! The reality is this, People who run Linux know what there doing (most of the time). Were able to do a lot of stuff that the Windows people can’t. Netflix know’s that if we get thru DRM we’ll all have extremely large blu-ray collections shortly after :) Which would be a lot harder for the Windows people. Thats what it comes down too. But what REALLY messed up, is those ROKU boxes run Linux!

  43. QUESTION:
    my bro wants to kno when netflix is gonna have an app for the android?

    • ANSWER:
      um it does.. it least i have it, but i think its got some bugs, i think it came with my phone.

      check this out

      http://lifehacker.com/5804109/install-netflix-on-your-unsupported-android-device-no-rooting-required

  44. QUESTION:
    Do any T-Mobile android phones get netflix?

    • ANSWER:

  45. QUESTION:
    Does netflix offer their service to Android Phones?
    more specifically the HTC Evo 4g???

    • ANSWER:
      I don’t think they do yet.

  46. QUESTION:
    Do htc evo 4g run android 2.2 or 2.1? I just want to make sure the netflix app will work?

    • ANSWER:
      The EVO was released with 2.1 last year but 2.2 has been available for quite a while and all newer EVOs ship with 2.2.

  47. QUESTION:
    Where can I download the Netflix app to stream movies for Sprint HTC EVO Shift 4G phone?
    The Netflix app to stream movies on the Evo Shift 4G from Sprint. I checked the Android Market, and it does not show an official Netflix app, just third party apps.

    • ANSWER:
      It looks as if the App works for the HTC-Evo only and not the Evo-Shift. Rumors are that they are working on it for the shift. It does beg the question as to why the evo and not the shift, but there are quite a few out there who are expecting it soon.

  48. QUESTION:
    Can a Nintendo wii connect to android wifi?
    My android phone gives off a wifi signal that gives my laptop a 2.4 mbps internet speed. Can a wii console access this internet? And could I run netflix with this connection? I am trying to get answers before I buy the wii. Thank you!

    • ANSWER:
      Yes, you can connect Nintendo if you are able to connect your laptop with the same signal.

  49. QUESTION:
    Can You Use The HDMI Cable On The Droid X To Watch Netflix & YouTube On A HD TV?
    Now that there’s a Netflix App on the Android Market for the Droid X, I wanna play Netflix movies on my Droid X on my TV using the HDMI cable but before I buy the HDMI cable I wanna know if you can. So, Can You Use The HDMI Cable On The Droid X To Watch Netflix & YouTube On A HD TV?

    • ANSWER:
      Short answer is yes.

      The actual answer is slightly more complicated. In order to get those specific apps to work you need an hdmi mirroring app. There is an app out now for the Droid X called RealHDMI on the android market that is about dollars. It does work and you can watch a Youtube demo here
      (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eA0bkOy-7n4).
      You can find it here
      (https://market.android.com/details?id=com.gmanapps.realhdmi&feature=related_apps)

      There is another app you can try, some users have had luck with it.It is called Xternal display, and can also be found on the market. The best part is you get it for free… here.
      (https://market.android.com/details?id=com.googamaphone.xternaldisplay&feature=related_apps)

  50. QUESTION:
    How do I get Netflix on my Nook Color?
    Please help me,
    I really want to get netflix on my Nook Color but it is not Android powered.
    At least I dont think it is.
    Is there any way I can get it?
    Thankyou in advance,
    D

    • ANSWER:
      I recommend this site www.Nook2Android.com. They have 3 different sizes of SD cards, 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB, so you can get what is right for you. Plus they already have many of the most popular apps and games installed and ready for you to use, such as Angry Birds, Words With Friends, and Netflix. (Netflix requires its own hack to make it work)

      Check out their site and their facebook page, and you will see that they also have amazing and quick customer service! I highly recommend them!

      Also worth noting, doing this does not void your warranty or change the Nook, you take the card out and it is back to the way it was!! Basically while you have the micro SD card in, you have a 0 Android Tablet, fully functional!

      Good luck!


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