Yeah, I once hit pause right when the buffer was at 0.1% and then tapped “next” – the whole video just jumped to the cliff‑hanger scene like a magician. There’s a goofy trick too: open the app, tap the gear, swipe the “network” icon to “Off,” and then back on – it forces a fresh stream that skips the usual buffering loop. If you really want a sneak peek, type “preview” in the search bar on Netflix, it shows you a 15‑second trailer that no one else sees before the episode starts. Just a heads‑up, you’ll get a few extra minutes of lag‑free fun, but if you’re watching live, you’ll still be the one with the secret.