Real Setups. Real Users. No Fluff.
Welcome to the first installment of our Emby Community Spotlight — a series where we highlight the unique and diverse ways people around the world are using Emby every day. From globe-trotting servers to enterprise-grade home labs, Emby users continue to push the boundaries of what a personal media server can be.
Today we are focusing on users who use Windows or Windows servers as the base for their servers! Here are three very different and impressiv
We’re working on something special for the Emby Blog — a new series that showcases real users and their media server setups.
From silent Raspberry Pi builds to powerhouse servers running multiple 4K streams, Emby users around the world are crafting some incredible configurations. In our upcoming feature, “Meet the Emby Community: Users Share Their Setups,” we’ll take a look at how different people are using Emby — and why they love it.
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Emby for Samsung Smart TVs 2.1.0 has been released. Here are the highlights:
Fix playback error when resuming multi-version episodes from Continue Watching
Add tabbed Books view
Support sorting playlists and collections by Date Added
Various fixes related to auto-skip intros
Various fixes to the profile pin feature
Various fixes to rewinding and fast forwarding by holding down left and right
Fix photos not showing in collections
Fix top po
When it comes to managing and streaming your personal media collection, Emby stands out as a favorite among home media enthusiasts. Whether you're a cord-cutter, a collector, or just someone who wants full control over your content, Emby delivers. But don’t just take our word for it — recently we took a look around the Emby Community Forums, Reddit, and other media server discussions to find out what users love most.
Here are the features Emby users say they can’t live without:
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Emby for Apple TV 1.9.9 has been released. Here are the highlights:
Support playback correction in the video player
Support sleep timer in the audio player
Support subtitle offset in the video player
Support new youtube trailer playback (in the 4.9 server)
Fix home top tabs not being translated
Emby for Amazon Fire TV 3.4.65 has been released. Here are the highlights:
The download feature is back !
Improve performance
Fixes for gamepad input
Add playback option to disable direct play of various formats
Add option to configure to login as specific user on startup
Fix video rotation on Fire TV devices when direct playing
Add convert unsupported audio option
Play vtt subtitles directly without conversion from the server
Suppo
Emby for Apple TV 1.9.8 has been released. Here are the highlights:
Fix video player back button behavior when paused
Fix movie trailers tab only showing one item
Emby for Apple TV 1.9.6 has been released. Here are the highlights:
Fix up next getting stuck in between episodes
Fix channel number showing as undefined when a channel doesn't have a number
Fix genres under music videos being empty
If you’re looking to switch from Plex to Emby, you’re not alone. Many users are making the transition to Emby for its advanced customization options, better privacy controls, and flexibility. While moving your media library might seem daunting, this guide will walk you through the entire process, ensuring a smooth migration without losing your watch history and you'll be up and running before you know it!
Why Switch from Plex to Emby?
Before we dive into the migration process, let
Emby Windows & Emby Xbox
A new stable version 2.222.0.0 is available now.
Please go to the Microsoft Store and check for updates.
Changes
2.222.0
[Win] Don't wait for push channel creation on startup
[Xbox] Enable HEVC Playback
[Xbox] The EmbyPlus app is discontinued. EmbyPlus users will automatically transition to the regular app (2.222.0), which is now equal to the Plus app
Emby for LG 1.0.46 has been released. Here are the highlights:
Fix playback error when resuming multi-version episodes from Continue Watching
Add tabbed Books view
Support sorting playlists and collections by Date Added
Various fixes related to auto-skip intros
Various fixes to the profile pin feature
Various fixes to rewinding and fast forwarding by holding down left and right
Your Emby server is the heart of your home entertainment system, the engine that delivers your vast media library to all your devices. But what kind of hardware does it take to run a smooth and powerful Emby server? Let's dive into the essentials, from basic requirements to advanced setups.
The Foundation: Operating Systems and Supported Platforms
Emby is designed to be versatile, running on a wide range of operating systems, including:
Windows: A popular choice for its ease of
Emby for Apple TV 1.9.5 has been released. Here are the highlights:
Fix sporadic cases of Up Next appearing blank in the video player
Add new startup behavior option to control how logins are remembered (or not)
Add Change Server to login screen
It has come to our attention that someone (we believe out of China) is spoofing our purchase page and reselling bogus Premiere keys. Please be aware that the only valid locations to purchase Premiere are our web site (https://emby.media/premiere) or inside one of our official apps.
The scammers are using the domain "Emby.team" and are spoofing credit card receipts that look like they come from us and everything. If you happen to have fallen for one of these scams report it to your credit
Emby for LG 1.0.45 has been released. This is largely a bug fix release. Here are the changes:
Fix photos not showing in collections
Fix top portion of home screen cut off when scrolling down (only on certain models)
Increase allowed range of subtitle offset
Fix parental rating multi-select filter
Fix series status filter
The Emby team hopes you and yours are enjoying a Happy Holiday Season. We would like to announce a couple of changes that will hopefully increase the value of Emby in all of your households.
First, to aid in the transition from our old TV-only Android TV app to the new Standard Android app on that platform, we will be eliminating the need for the app unlock by allowing free playback for up to five TV devices per Emby Server. Devices beyond that limit will require Emby Premiere. Previousl
Metadata is the backbone of any Emby server. Accurate metadata not only helps you organize your media but also enhances the browsing experience by providing details such as posters, cast information, and plot summaries. In our next how to guide, we’ll explore how to get the best metadata for your media library in Emby and customize metadata to suit your preferences.
Why Metadata Matters
Metadata turns a bland file list into an engaging media library. Instead of scrolling through
Long Promised — Long Awaited — Finally Here!
We are excited to announce the first release of our all-new range of Emby apps, starting today with Windows and Xbox. With a fully redeveloped native foundation, this update delivers improvements across the board: from remote control and gamepad support to background downloading (Windows), as well as refresh and HDR mode switching, and most importantly, enhanced video playback.
The new app also comes with a name change from Emby Theater to s
EMBY HOW TO BLOGS
We will be releasing a variety of how to blogs over the next few weeks during the holidays. A lot of people will be home and have some time to "tinker" with their home servers and these little entries will be a great starting point to working more closely with your server. For more in depth knowledge that these blogs do not cover, or any questions that may pop up, please reach out to any of the staff members on the forums in the appropriate channels and we will be glad to
WELCOME TO THE HISTORY OF EMBY!
A lot of our users are new to Emby and we thought it would be a good idea to share some of the backstory of how Emby came to be, where we started and where we are headed. We have grown significantly since our inception. Once a humble open-source project, Emby has evolved into a sophisticated platform that allows users to organize, stream, and enjoy their media libraries with ease. In this post, we'll take a look back at the history of Emby, explore its develo
As you know, Emby is a powerful media server that lets you stream and manage your personal content across a wide range of devices. With Emby, you can access your favorite movies, shows, music, and photos from nearly anywhere. Here’s a rundown of the devices that support Emby and how you can enjoy a seamless media experience on each.
1. Smart TVs
Emby has dedicated apps for several major smart TV brands, including Samsung, LG, and Android TVs. This means you can stream directly on your
When it comes to media server solutions, we believe that Emby is the number one product for users who value privacy, customization, and reliability. Today, we're going to take a closer look at some of Emby’s key strengths that make it an ideal choice over other media server solutions.
1. Prioritizing Privacy and Security
Security is a central part of Emby’s design. Unlike some media server alternatives that have limited security options, Emby gives users control over who can access the
