The post Netflix Removes Casting From Phones To ‘Most’ TVs appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Topline Netflix removed casting support from mobile devices to “most” TVs and streaming devices this month, according to a help page on the streamer’s website, clamping down on its rules and pushing users toward its more expensive plans and native TV apps. Most TVs will not be able to use casting following the change. (Photo illustration by Cheng Xin/Getty Images) Getty Images Key Facts Netflix dropped casting and said most users will need to use the remote that came with their TV or TV-streaming device to access Netflix, instead of using their mobile devices. Older versions of Google’s streaming device, Chromecast, or TVs that support Google Cast, still having casting support, according to Netflix. Additionally, users with the right devices for casting will need to be on an ad-free plan, which start at $17.99 per month on Netflix. Outside of those conditions, smart TVs with Netflix apps or devices running Google TV or Android will require log-ins before users can watch content. Get Forbes Breaking News Text Alerts: We’re launching text message alerts so you’ll always know the biggest stories shaping the day’s headlines. Text “Alerts” to (201) 335-0739 or sign up here. Why Did Netflix Drop Casting Support? Netflix did not explain the reasoning behind its removal of casting support. However, killing the ability to cast on most TVs helps keep users following Netflix’s household rules, which say accounts are meant to be shared by people living together in one household. Casting removal also helps Netflix crack down on password sharing between different households. Read More Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/antoniopequenoiv/2025/12/01/netflix-removes-casting-from-phones-to-most-tvs-heres-what-still-works/The post Netflix Removes Casting From Phones To ‘Most’ TVs appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Topline Netflix removed casting support from mobile devices to “most” TVs and streaming devices this month, according to a help page on the streamer’s website, clamping down on its rules and pushing users toward its more expensive plans and native TV apps. Most TVs will not be able to use casting following the change. (Photo illustration by Cheng Xin/Getty Images) Getty Images Key Facts Netflix dropped casting and said most users will need to use the remote that came with their TV or TV-streaming device to access Netflix, instead of using their mobile devices. Older versions of Google’s streaming device, Chromecast, or TVs that support Google Cast, still having casting support, according to Netflix. Additionally, users with the right devices for casting will need to be on an ad-free plan, which start at $17.99 per month on Netflix. Outside of those conditions, smart TVs with Netflix apps or devices running Google TV or Android will require log-ins before users can watch content. Get Forbes Breaking News Text Alerts: We’re launching text message alerts so you’ll always know the biggest stories shaping the day’s headlines. Text “Alerts” to (201) 335-0739 or sign up here. Why Did Netflix Drop Casting Support? Netflix did not explain the reasoning behind its removal of casting support. However, killing the ability to cast on most TVs helps keep users following Netflix’s household rules, which say accounts are meant to be shared by people living together in one household. Casting removal also helps Netflix crack down on password sharing between different households. Read More Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/antoniopequenoiv/2025/12/01/netflix-removes-casting-from-phones-to-most-tvs-heres-what-still-works/