India bowling coach Morne Morkel shed light on skipper Shubman Gill's sudden neck stiffness, which forced him to retire hurt after scoring just four runs on Day 2 of the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens. India bowling coach Morne Morkel shed light on skipper Shubman Gill's sudden
Netflix just announced big new features - All details
Netflix has announced several updates to its streaming platform, which focuses on interaction, gaming, and user experience. The company's Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Elizabeth Stone, outlined these changes during the TechCrunch Disrupt conference. The new updates include second-screen experiences, real-time voting, redesigned Kids profiles, party games, and vertical video feeds. Let's take a closer look at what's changing ahead.
Netflix plans to make viewing more interactive through second-screen tools such as live polls and audience participation. The company tested these features earlier this year during the live cooking show Dinner Time with David Chang, where viewers could vote in real time.
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A key part of this expansion will appear in the reboot of Star Search, expected to launch next year. Viewers will be able to vote for contestants directly from their TVs or phones while watching. According to Stone, this approach gives audiences a chance to influence what happens on screen and feel involved in the outcome. Those who stream the show later will miss the voting window, keeping the experience live and time-sensitive. Netflix also plans to extend real-time responses to video podcasts, which will connect with Spotify's upcoming podcast integration on the platform.
Stone also confirmed that Netflix will introduce “living room party games” this year, with more expected in 2026. These games will allow users to play together using their phones as controllers, similar to Jackbox-style game packs.
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Five interactive titles are expected to arrive by the end of 2025:
These additions aim to make Netflix a shared entertainment experience rather than a passive one.
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Netflix is also rolling out a redesigned homepage with animated and themed experiences. The first of these will be a Halloween theme, followed by a Holiday version in December and a Bridgerton-themed experience in development.
For younger viewers, the Kids profile will receive an updated layout with easier navigation and a new “My Netflix” section. This feature offers real-time recommendation updates and combines saved, watched, and liked titles. The design follows the interface refresh introduced earlier this year for regular profiles.
Netflix is experimenting with short-form vertical videos for mobile viewers who prefer quick clips. The company is currently testing a vertical video feed featuring scenes from Netflix shows and films. Stone said Netflix aims to offer viewers more casual viewing choices without directly copying other platforms. Further developments in this area are expected through 2026.
Source: HindustanTimes
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India bowling coach Morne Morkel shed light on skipper Shubman Gill's sudden neck stiffness, which forced him to retire hurt after scoring just four runs on Day 2 of the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens. India bowling coach Morne Morkel shed light on skipper Shubman Gill's sudden
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