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The change targets devices unable to meet current security, software and playback requirements.
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Netflix will withdraw compatibility from a range of older televisions, streaming players and smartphones beginning September 15. The affected equipment will continue functioning normally, but users may no longer be able to open, download or update the Netflix application directly on those devices.
Televisions at risk include Samsung Smart TVs manufactured before 2016 that use the discontinued Orsay operating system. Older LG models without modern webOS support are also affected, including the Nano LED LM9600 and Infinia LX9500 series. Reported Sony models include certain Bravia televisions from the KDL, XBR and W95 families, while Panasonic’s older VIERA VT50, AX900 and TC-P50VT25 lines may also lose native access.
First-, second- and third-generation Apple TV devices are included because they cannot run recent versions of tvOS. Compatibility remains available on newer Apple TV hardware capable of receiving current security and application updates.
Among Android phones, the reported list includes the Samsung Galaxy S3, Galaxy Note 2 and Galaxy Grand Prime; LG Optimus L5, Optimus L7 and LG G2; and Sony Xperia Z, Xperia Z1 and Xperia E3. On Apple devices, the change affects iPhones unable to install iOS 18, including the iPhone X, iPhone 8 family, iPhone 7 family, iPhone 6s family and first-generation iPhone SE.
Users can verify compatibility by checking the exact model and operating-system version in the device settings. Warning signs include the Netflix icon disappearing, the application store refusing an update or an error appearing during sign-in. Owners of older televisions do not necessarily need to replace the screen: a compatible Roku, Fire TV, Chromecast, console or other HDMI streaming device can restore access.
Technology rarely stops working all at once; it becomes obsolete one service at a time.