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Netflix: autoplay for kids’ TV shows.

Author
lukestein
Date
13 Jul 2019
Type
Addictive Design
Publisher
Twitter

“Frustrating: Can’t turn off @Netflix autoplaying next episode kids’ videos directly on smart TV (must use web interface) Bat-Sh*t Infuriating: @Netflix apparently CAN’T disable autoplay for KIDS profiles (only adult ones)? Shame on you.”

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