Netflix has introduced a new feature for iOS and iPadOS users. It is now possible to download entire seasons of a series with just one click. This feature, which is available under the name "Season Download", was previously only available for Android devices. iPhone and iPad users previously had to download each episode individually, which could be time-consuming and inconvenient. The new feature makes offline streaming on Apple devices much more convenient.
Since the introduction of offline viewing in 2016, Netflix has continuously expanded its offering. At the time, it was a major innovation that users could download series and films at all. Later, improvements such as Smart Downloads were added, which automatically deleted episodes that had already been watched and replaced them with the next unwatched episode. The new feature that allows entire seasons to be downloaded at once is another step in this direction (via The Hollywood ReporterThis is a useful improvement, especially for frequent viewers or users who are often on the move and do not always have a stable Internet connection.
The new season download function in detail
Until now, iPhone and iPad users had to download each episode of a series individually. This manual method was tedious and time-consuming, especially for long seasons. The new "Season Download" button solves this problem. It is located directly on the display page of a series, next to the share function. One tap is enough and the download of the entire season begins automatically. Downloaded content can be managed as usual via the "My Netflix" tab. There, individual episodes or entire seasons can be deleted to free up storage space. The function is particularly useful for users who like to watch several episodes in a row and do not want to be dependent on an active internet connection. This can be an advantage when traveling, commuting or in places with poor network reception, for example.
Which series are downloaded the most?
As part of the announcement, Netflix also released the most popular downloaded series on its platform. The most downloaded titles include:
- Squid Game (seasons 1 and 2)
- Monsters: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story
- One Piece (live-action series)
- Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
These series are among the most streamed titles on Netflix and are particularly popular when it comes to offline viewing.
Netflix update: Season downloads now also available for iPhone and iPad
The introduction of the season download function makes offline streaming much more convenient for iPhone and iPad users. Instead of laboriously downloading individual episodes, one click is now enough to get an entire season on the device. This means Netflix closes the gap with Android devices that already had this function. (Photo by Unsplash / Caspar Camille Rubin)
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