EmbyWatch – Monitor and Manage Your Emby Server from Android

[asgard25 55]

Hello all!

New Version Submitted! 

Hey everyone! New update is on its way to Google Play :

 (approval 24–72h).

Embywatch → v1.6.REV-90

Last Update of the Year!

Holiday Time — Special Edition

Big thanks to everyone — the team, the community, the curious ones, the complainers, and even those who never read the changelog

You’re all awesome!

Enjoy the holidays, overload on chocolate, get some rest, and have a fantastic time.  

See you next year for more features, surprises… and probably a few bugs too.

*Holiday Special:** Keep an eye on the shop — a limited-time promotion is coming soon

Changes

- Change to edge-to-edge: activity, history, devices, plugins, server tasks, system screens.

- Added tutorial in adding service for each services

- Fix healthchecks status for Linux and Windows

- Lock external service when in use

- Support for multiple Linux and Windows systems

- Click on monitor in dashboard to open details

- Increased loading speed for Linux and Windows monitors

- Added IP address to session cards

- Fix inline addserver dialog

- Increased loading speed for Dashboard. 

- Increase to 1,000 items in Recently Added

- Added Play Integrity recommendation

- Removed entry animations in the episode dialog to eliminate flickering in Recently Added carousel

- Updated the dialog to full-screen display in Recently Added carousel

- Corrected episode images in the Recently Added carousel dialog

- Fixed UI of the bottom menu

- New entry animation in the media detail view

- Fixed a bug preventing the Validate button from being clicked for Overseerr and Jellyseerr requests when Radarr or Sonarr is not available 

Stay tuned – it’ll be live soon! 

Already available for beta testers

[MikeKentin 1]

Any plans to develop something like this for iOS ?

[asgard25 55]

57 minutes ago, MikeKentin said:

Any plans to develop something like this for iOS ?

Hello, no, that's not planned. Thank you.

[MikeKentin 1]

12 hours ago, asgard25 said:

Hello, no, that's not planned. Thank you.

Thanks for the reply . Too bad , iOS has nothing for this yet. But i understand developing for Apple is much more expensive then Android.

[asgard25 55]

1 hour ago, MikeKentin said:

Thanks for the reply . Too bad , iOS has nothing for this yet. But i understand developing for Apple is much more expensive then Android.

And I'm the only one managing the Android applications.

[shaaft 0]

Is there any plan for an update that adds Danish language support? I’ve just purchased a premium lifetime license.

 

[asgard25 55]

# Emby v2 – Major Update

Version **v2** introduces a new **User Interface** alongside the existing admin interface, allowing premium owners to share their subscription with friends and family through the new **Watch Pass** system.

This update transforms Emby into a full media management ecosystem where administrators maintain full control while sharing access through a simple, feature-rich interface.

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## Watch Pass – Premium Sharing System

The **Watch Pass** allows **Admin Premium owners** to share their subscription with friends/family. Added users get access to a dedicated **User Interface**.

**Plans:**
- **Watch Pass – 5 Users**: Share premium access with up to 5 users  
- **Watch Pass – Unlimited**: Share premium access with unlimited users  

**How it works:**
1. Admin Premium owners purchase a Watch Pass subscription (5 users or unlimited)  
2. Owner adds friends/family to their Watch Pass list via **User Management**  
3. Added users automatically gain access to the **User Interface**  
4. Users can browse media, make requests, and track their activity  
5. Owner retains full control over access  

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## Dual Interface System

**Administrator Interface (Unchanged):**
- Full server management and monitoring  
- Complete control over users, devices, and settings  
- Advanced analytics and statistics  
- Library management  
- **User Management** with Watch Pass integration  

**User Interface (New):**
- Streamlined dashboard optimized for media consumption  
- Personal media player with viewing history  
- Request system for movies/TV shows (Seerr/Jellyseerr integration)  
- Issue tracking for reporting problems  
- Locked features clearly indicated with "Watch Pass Required"  
- Clean separation from admin functionality  

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## Switch UI Mode (Owner Feature)

Exclusively for **Admin Premium owners** with an active Watch Pass:  

- Switch between Admin and User modes from the User Management screen  
- Experience the app as users see it  
- Requirements:  
  - Owner must add themselves to the Watch Pass list first  
  - Button is disabled with guidance if not added  
  - Switch back to Admin mode seamlessly  
- Badge indicators show current mode (Admin/User)  

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## Media, Requests & Issues (User Features)

Users in the Watch Pass enjoy:  
- Comprehensive media browsing with metadata and artwork  
- Request movies and TV shows through Seerr/Jellyseerr  
- Track request status (pending, approved, available)  
- Report issues for episodes or movies  
- View personal watch history and recommendations  
- Responsive, entertainment-focused interface  

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## Premium System Overview

**For Administrators:**  
1. **Admin Premium** (one-time purchase)  
   - Full administrative features  
   - Complete server control  
2. **Watch Pass Subscription** (optional)  
   - 5 users or unlimited  
   - Share premium access  
   - Manage users through interface  

**For Users:**  
- Free access when added to a Watch Pass  
- No separate subscription required  
- Full access to User Interface features  

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## Technical Improvements

- Performance optimizations  
- Enhanced error handling  
- Improved navigation and transitions  
- Tutorial system for new users  
- Avatar loading with fallback support  
- Multi-selection for batch operations  
- Responsive design for multiple screen sizes  

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## UI/UX Enhancements

- Modern Material 3 design  
- Animated mascot with premium accessories  
- Premium badges for status  
- Contextual help messages for locked features  
- Smooth animations and transitions  
- Dark mode optimized  

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## Summary

Version 2 is a major step in sharing and enjoying your Emby server. Admin Premium owners can extend their subscription via **Watch Pass** while keeping full control.  

The new **User Interface** delivers an outstanding experience focused on discovering and enjoying content.

Edited January 18 by asgard25

[asgard25 55]

Hi everyone, the Watch Pass offer is now a one-time purchase, no more subscriptions

[asgard25 55]

Hi everyone, I'm looking for iOS users who are interested in Embywatch. You can DM me. I'm currently setting up a web platform.

[asgard25 55]

Hey Emby community,
I just released an update for Embywatch which will be available in 24-72 hours. Here are the changes:

## New 

- **Lidarr** just joined the crew to take care of your music libraries  
- **Downarr** is here to handle downloads so you don’t have to  
- Media playback is now unlocked for everyone (yes, really)  
- Remote session controls added (start, pause, stop, next, preview… you’re in control)  
- Fresh new options available for **Bazarr**  

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## Enhancement

### Fixes

- Fixed the torrent loader spinner that sometimes forgot what it was doing  
- Fixed text alignment in the Discord verification screen (no more awkward centering)  
- Fixed titles and descriptions in the shop  
- Fixed validation issues for Seer/Jellyseerr requests in the dashboard widget  
- Fixed some quirks with Seer support requests  

[Waffull 3]

Thanks for the great app.  Having premium and watch pass as one time purchases is what gave me the incentive to jump into both.  As much as I like your app, if it had been subscription based, I wouldn't have gone in.  So thank you.  I'm excited to see the improvements and new features you come up with over time.