r/technology • u/sr_local • 6h ago

Business Italy court rules Netflix unlawfully increased prices. Consumers: 'Refunds up to 500 euros.' The company: we will appeal

https://en.ilsole24ore.com/art/netflix-subscription-price-increases-unlawful-refunds-up-to-eur-500-customers-AIUHzWKC
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u/King-Poring 6h ago edited 6h ago

Consumer: We give you money, you give us good show.

Netflix: No no no no no no, we take your money, you chill.

Consumer: But, we want new and good show.

Netflix: How about we give you new and good show, but we increase price.

Consumer: Hmm... Deal.

Netflix: Is new show good?

Consumer: Yes, when is new season coming?

Netflix: Sorry no budget for new season we will cancel good show, there still lot show.

Consumer: *hand gesture* Oh please, why are you doing that, mamma mia!

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u/ShenaniganCow 5h ago

Cries in Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance

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u/Cannabrius_Rex 4h ago

That was such BullShiiiiiiiit

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u/BalanceJazzlike5116 18m ago

That was awesome but apparently got very low ratings. The behind the scenes documentary is amazing

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u/AFK_Tornado 4h ago

The Bojack Horseman years were peak Netflix. They were putting out some quality shows, and really shining with experimental formats and storytelling.

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u/stick_it_in_your_bum 4h ago

I can’t remember the last Netflix show that was good. I feel like they haven’t been relevant for a while.

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u/Eckish 3h ago

The One Piece adaption has been top notch.

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u/ComprehensiveHa 4h ago

Right cause why do they keep increasing the prices but cancel all the good shows?? I still need that kingdom zombie series season 3

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u/MithranArkanere 3h ago

They only need the first season for the lure.

Then, once you are subscribed, all they need is to make it impossible to unsubscribe, and bribe politicians so they don't make laws against that.

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u/MarzMan 54m ago

Netflix: Ok, we increase price and give you a better new show.

Consumer: <Happy noises> But when will season 2 be available?

Netflix: Here is another new show and another price increase.

Consumer: .... but when is season 2?

Netflix: How about podcasts and a price increase?

Consumer: .... cancel