If you have the right hardware configuration and are running the correct app or browser but are still running into issues, you may need to download and install an extension to enable Ultra HD playback. Go to the HEVC Video Extensions page and download the extension. Up to 1080p on Internet Explorer and Safari (on Macs running OS X 10.10.3 or higher).
#Netflix 4k series 720p#
Up to 720p on Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Opera.Here are the supported resolutions for other browsers: 4K content is currently only accessible via the Microsoft Edge browser or the Netflix app for Windows 10 that can be downloaded from the Microsoft Store. Netflix also filmed 'The Defenders' in 6K HDR, which you can stream in 4K when all eight episodes of this limited series go live on August 18, 2017. The hardware configuration isn’t the only thing that’s important to get access to Ultra HD TV shows and movies on Netflix. Have the Microsoft Edge browser or the Netflix app for Windows 10 installed.The latest version of Windows 10 with the latest updates installed.A 60Hz 4K capable display, with HDCP 2.2 connection if it is an external display.The device should be powered by an Intel 7th Gen CPU – Core i3, i5, or i7 in the 7XXX or 7YXX series – or newer.You also need the right Netflix membership plan to be able to watch movies and series in 4K. Note that you do need a television with 4K support. Ultra HD/4K picture resolution means you can watch your Netflix content with a resolution of no less than 3840 x 2160 pixels. The requirements get a touch more complicated if you’re hoping to stream Netflix 4K using a PC or laptop: Netflix offers an increasing number of movies and series in Ultra HD quality, also called 4K. Getting the right PC/laptop to stream Netflix 4K You can find the full list of Netflix recommended 4K devices and TVs here. For an older TV set, keep in mind that some 4K TVs from before 2014 may not have the proper HEVC decoder or be HDMI 2.0 or HDCP 2.2 compliant. Compatibility won’t be an issue with a new TV.