Does netflix allow Dolby Digital / 5.1 audio through netflix app on android boxes

by toned

Getting mixed reviews and want to confirm before I pick one up.

woronczak

Only on official "Android TV" boxes such as the Nexus Player, Nvidia Shield and Mi Box. On all the cheapo Android boxes from ebay / etc, it will not work officially.

BiggussDikkuss

In addition to that, on the Shield and Mi Box at least - you have to be HDMI connected to a Dolby Digital Plus, Audio receiver to get 5.1 Audio from Netflix. (not sure about the Nexus).

I would expect Amazon Video would have the same DD+ Audio receiver requirements.

Otherwise expect 2.0 PCM Audio.