Netflix Launches 'Moments' Feature to Share Favorite Scenes, Boosting Engagement Amidst Market Challenges

October 28, 2024
Netflix Launches 'Moments' Feature to Share Favorite Scenes, Boosting Engagement Amidst Market Challenges
  • Previously, Netflix restricted screenshotting and screen recording, making Moments a more user-friendly alternative for sharing content.

  • This launch comes amid Netflix's recent subscription price increases and the closure of its AAA video game studio, reflecting ongoing challenges in its gaming development efforts.

  • Netflix has introduced a new mobile feature called Moments, enabling users to save and share their favorite scenes from shows and movies.

  • This feature aims to enhance user engagement and viewership in a competitive streaming market, where clip sharing has become increasingly popular.

  • Currently, the Moments feature is available exclusively on the Netflix mobile app for iOS, with an Android version expected to follow soon.

  • Despite challenges, Netflix gained 5.1 million new subscribers in the last quarter, bringing its total to 282 million.

  • Moments allows users to capture memorable scenes, such as impactful dialogues or exciting plot twists, for future reference.

  • However, not all scenes are eligible for sharing; those containing spoilers, explicit content, or violence are excluded.

  • Users can share timestamps of saved moments with others, but recipients must have an active Netflix subscription to view the scenes.

  • To promote the Moments feature, Netflix is launching a marketing campaign titled 'It’s So Good,' featuring celebrities like Giancarlo Esposito, Simone Biles, and Cardi B.

  • Marian Lee, Netflix’s chief marketing officer, emphasized the excitement of sharing memorable moments and the impact of fandoms on the platform's popularity.

  • While it's unclear how many moments can be saved, a Netflix representative indicated that most users will have ample space for saving across shows and movies.

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