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Re:How to Fix Quibi by phillipseamore on Wednesday June 17, 2020 @05:17PM (#23556891)
It's failing because of their mobile only idea. They've now added Chromecast and Airplay support, but it might be too little, too late. Missing Roku support leaves a huge gap (40% market share).

They sent out a questionnaire about two weeks ago asking about how the user wants to consume their content, and a few days ago they released the Chromecast and Airplay support (which came as no surprise to me) but that's just a bandage solution.

I have no issues with their content, just how they want to force me into horrible ways to consume it! Will subscribe when Roku support lands.

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Re:How to Fix Quibi by paraj on Thursday June 18, 2020 @01:49PM (#23565630)
Great point!

Comparing directly, would you pay for Quibi in addition to your slate of Netflix/HBO/Hulu or would you replace one? Content wise it still feels the least compelling

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Re:How to Fix Quibi by phillipseamore on Friday June 19, 2020 @09:30AM (#23574333)
It would be an addition, Quibi has a way to slim offering to replace any/all the other offerings. I liked some of their originals, and that's the only reason. Their short form (10m) episodes are also welcomed by me, since I often find myself needing a quick break to reset myself.
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