Netflix lets users download videos

Netflix has begun rolling out the ability to download videos from its streaming service to smartphones and tablets for offline viewing, the Guardian reports.

Offline viewing is arguably the most demanded feature by users, and one of the things that differentiated other services including Amazon’s Video streaming service and pay TV services such as Sky and Virgin.

Eddy Wu, Netflix director of product innovation, said: “While many members enjoy watching Netflix at home, we’ve often heard they also want to continue their Stranger Things binge while on airplanes and other places where internet is expensive or limited.”

The feature is available from today on Android and iOS devices, and includes many TV series and movies, including Netflix’s original content such as Orange is The New Black, Narcos and the recently released The Crown. The company says that more will be made available soon.

Video downloads will be provided at no added cost within the service’s existing monthly subscription fees, which start at £5.99 a month in the UK ($7.99 in the US).