Today I'm pleased to announce quite a hefty update to the Windows Phone app. This release brings the app up to speed with a lot of the recent features introduced to the server.
Media Browser Connect
We announced recently Media Browser Connect, a way of accessing your server more conveniently by just signing in with an account, rather than trying to mess around with connection details. It's something that has been added to the Roku, Windows 8.1 apps, and Media Browser Theatre and I'm plea
Installation
To install, simply download and run the installer:
https://github.com/MediaBrowser/MediaBrowser.Releases/raw/master/Server/MediaBrowser.Server.Mac.pkg
When the installer has completed, the server will launch the web-based startup wizard.
More Information
See http://mediabrowser.tv/download/
Some of you may have already seen the latest update to our Windows Phone app rolling out (if you have auto-updates turned on in WP8.1). This release is a maintenance release and is specifically for some bug fixes:
- Improvements to Media Browser Connect
- Live TV, tapping "More" did nothing
- Updated to use newer profile based audio streams
- Wifi streaming setting could get reset when going into any settings page
- Unable to navigate to a Person from search
- Query optimisations (speed
Team,
Happy new year! If you're a coder who likes movies, tv, music and games, now is a better time than ever get involved and join the project. No matter your skill set, whether it's Java, C# or even Pascal, we can find a place for you. Here are some areas we're currently looking for help with, but if you have your own ideas we'd like to hear them.
Available Projects
Trakt
We are looking for a contributor to help bring new features to our Trakt plugin. Trakt has added new data to t
As many of you know, we have a lot of really smart people contributing here. Many have stepped up in recent months to help with a number of projects, notably the Linux and FreeBSD releases you're all enjoying. Now it's time to acknowledge other great things that are happening in our community and introduce you to some new faces. If you're knowledgeable in these areas or would like to help test, then jump right in!
Https support - Jabbera
This will be coming sooner than we originally p
Whilst this new release doesn't have a list as long as your arm with changes, the major change it does have should impact anyone who streams videos using the app. This release has moved to a better streaming method with the server app, which means the stream is better, and the server is more performant.
Also included in this release is the ability to remove old local servers from the list of servers (if you've rebuilt your machine for example).
Finally, the app is now enabled for Portugu
Thanks to the efforts of a new community member, a new plugin is available in the catalog to generate Roku seek thumbnails.
This provides a nice visual experience when seeking on the device.
In Roku language this is called Bif trick mode, and the thumbnail generation process creates a .bif file. It even has an option to save the .bif file alongside your media for easy archiving.
Important Note: The process to create these thumbnails is slow and will affect your server's CPU
Our Roku beta channel has been updated to 1.90 and now has a new url:
https://owner.roku.com/add/EmbyBeta
This is the same channel but you'll notice the name is changing. Please try it out and help test so that we can push this to the public version.
Now with Cloud Sync Support
Cloud Sync is the highlight feature here. When you play videos that have been cloud synced, the app will automatically use those versions when they're compatible and they fall within your bit rate setting.
Version 3.2 is now in the Windows Store and is packed with features. Download here:
http://apps.microsof...44-bed3aefd5d06
Now with Cloud Sync and Folder Sync Support
Cloud Sync comes to Windows 8.1. When you play videos that have been cloud synced, the app will automatically use those versions when they're compatible and they fall within your bit rate setting.
Redesigned Movie, TV, and Music Views
More content at your fingertips with less navigation. These gorgeous screensh
Emby for Roku has been updated to 1.96.
Now Supports Your Cloud Synced Media
To learn more about Cloud Sync, check out the recent server release: http://emby.media/community/index.php?/blog/1/entry-188-emby-server-305572-released/
Actor Filmography
Actor screens now include a filmography feature, allowing you to see other titles they've appeared in:
Other Changes
Https support
Installation
https://www.roku.com...ails/44191/emby
Available now for your Fire TV or Fire TV Stick in the Amazon App Store.
Now access your Emby content with an intelligent, fluid interface from one of the most popular streaming devices on the market.
What you want to watch – right up front
Designed with with typical usage in mind, you won’t have to go hunting through your library to find the content you are most likely wanting to watch right now. The home screen shows you the items you were watching but hadn’t finished, your latest un-watc
This is a small bug-fix update to the previous release to help tide you over while we work hard on the next major release. The following issues have been resolved:
Fix external subtitles sometimes requiring burn-in via transcoding.
Fix error on forgot password screen
Fix frame by frame analysis for linux
Frame by frame analysis setting now off by default for all users due to longer library scans. Users will need to re-enable this feature.
Fix live tv series recordings not creating
We've updated our Chromecast app with new updates. To receive the update, simply power cycle your Chromecast device and reconnect from the casting app.
Issues Resolved
Resuming transcoded video re-starting from beginning
1.03 has been released to the app store. We told you to expect regular updates
There are a few new features, but the main focus of this release is the unlock workflow, and alleviating some issues such as repeated password prompts that a few of you have reported.
To learn more about Emby for iPhone and iPad, check out the original announcement:
http://emby.media/community/index.php?/blog/1/entry-254-introducing-emby-for-iphone-and-ipad
We've also started a new wiki for the app, s
Version 1.05 is in process of publishing to the app store.
This version includes a fix for Live TV playback getting stuck on the first frame and then not recovering. Big thanks to everyone in the beta group who helped tested this issue.
3.0.5912 - Stable
This is a small follow-up to the previous release designed to address a few issues:
Fix safari loading issue
Fix alphabet picker not working on some screens in Emby web app
Fix trailers missing from some Emby apps
Support m2ts direct play with WDTV Live DLNA
Support music dynamic images
3.0.5927 - Beta
The beta has a number of new features that you can try out and help test:
New Features:
Dramatically improved transcoding for Microsoft Edge and Ope
A new version of Emby Server is now rolling out and includes a number of new features, performance improvements and bug fixes. Here's what's new.
New Xml TV Support !
We now have an additional option for guide data, XmlTV! Setting it up is easy, just add an xml tv guide data source:
Then all you have to do is enter a file path or URL to your XmlTV data, and you're done!
Important: This feature is free to all users to import 24 hours of data at a time. Unlimited data req
A lot of exciting, community-driven development has taken place and we're pleased to announce new features that are available.
Try it Now
Windows: http://emby.media/emby-theater.html Chrome, Opera, Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Safari: http://emby.media/emby-theater-web.html Xbox One: http://emby.media/emby-theater-xboxone.html
Now Supports HDMI-CEC Control With Your TV Remote
The latest version now supports the HDMI-CEC protocol. If your HTPC has the appropriate HDMI-CEC hardware, yo
A small maintenance release has been pushed to the stable channel. Here are the highlights.
Fix video now playing bar info panel
Fix scheduled tasks not honoring time limits
Fix audio transcoding bitrate too high in certain situations
Fix transcoding throttling from being activated when it shouldn't be
Fix block by tags input screen
Fix update level migration
Update chromecast connection interface
Update episode nfo saver
Add additional subtitle codec normalization
Add eadir
A small maintenance update was pushed to resolve a few issues with the previous release:
Support samsung dlna bookmarks
Direct play dts with LG dlna
Update sync dialogs
Fix playlist items not draggable in Firefox/Edge
Resolve error when probing bluray folder rips
Resolve cloud sync error
Improve Emby Connect error message
Fix audio channel count handling
Resolve OpenSubtitle failures
Supply user agent when recording from remote urls
Increase likelihood of video stream copy
Emby Theater for Windows Desktop has been updated. The following issues have been addressed:
Fixed scaling with low resolution videos
Download for Windows: https://emby.media/emby-theater.html
A Modern App for Modern Times
The interface for this app has been built with HTML, but this is nothing like the web apps you're accustomed to. This has been built purely with modern features that bring a level of performance that wasn't even possible a year ago at this time. For the nerds
A small update has been released for Emby on Sony PS4. This update resolves the following issues:
Subtitles not displaying for certain types of videos
In addition, the app has been updated to the latest Emby Theater interface changes.
Installation Simply open your PS4 Web Browser and visit tv.emby.media. Then bookmark with the browser for faster launching !
Supports PS4 Game Pad Input
Easily control the app thanks to native support for your PS4 game pad.
Enjoy the Ful
1.0.24 is now available in the Samsung App Store and includes the following updates:
Various subtitle fixes
Resolve screensaver starting during playback
Improved DVR series management
Installation
Users in the USA with a 2015-2016 Samsung Smart TV can install now from the Samsung App Store. If you're outside the USA, stay tuned for further announcements, and see here for a temporary workaround:
https://emby.media/community/index.php?/topic/45404-how-to-install-the-official-em
Download app: https://emby.media/emby-for-ios.html
A new update is currently rolling out. Here are the highlights.
Bug Fixes
Resolve issue of music stopping after first track
Fix layout of individual collection screen
Updated Live TV OSD
The time display has been remodeled, and fans of Windows Media Center should feel right at home.
Live TV Guide Improvements
The guide now features improved horizontal scrolling. Anyone familiar with Windows Media Center will
Version 1.4.5 is currently rolling out with improvements for iOS 11. Here are the highlights:
Support iPhone X
Support track selection prior to playback
Add Play Next queuing
Support tapping the screen to hide the video OSD
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