Neowin News Feed for: Plex

Plex raises Lifetime Plex Pass price by 200%

Fiza Ali — Tue, 19 May 2026 17:46:01 +0000

A major update is coming to Plex's premium offering, with the lifetime Pass becoming three times more expensive. Read more...

Jellyfin for Roku update arrives as a powerful alternative for former Plex users

Paul Hill — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 08:00:01 +0000

With new customization and UI improvements, Jellyfin 3.1.0 offers a refined experience for those seeking free, robust alternatives to other services. Read more...

Emby Premiere Lifetime discounted to $99, likely the last time price will be so low

Paul Hill — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 09:46:01 +0000

Emby Premiere Lifetime has been reduced to $99 this weekend. According to the project, this is likely to be the last time it will be offered this low. Read more...

Plex starts paywalling streaming of your own content to increase revenue

Paul Hill — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:54:02 +0000

Plex has announced that you'll need to take out a subscription to stream content remotely or in its Roku app. It has given two options. Read more...

Plex shares details on user data hack and breach, including how to reset password

Sayan Sen — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 08:26:01 +0000

Plex has confirmed the recent hack. The firm has shared a detailed advisory on the issue as well as steps on what customers should do. Read more...

Get ready to pay more as Plex raises subscription prices for the first time in a decade

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 05:44:01 +0000

Popular streaming service Plex has hiked its prices after over a decade, with the changes taking effect in a few weeks. Read more...

Plex testing a revamped mobile app with updated look for Android and iOS

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Sat, 23 Nov 2024 06:42:01 +0000

Plex is beta testing a new mobile app for Android and iOS that brings a revamped UI. The updated app will start rolling out in 2025. Read more...

New Plex Photos app aims to declutter main app for movie lovers

Paul Hill — Sat, 14 Sep 2024 06:32:01 +0000

The Plex Photos app promises enhanced features for enthusiasts, while the main app will concentrate solely on films and shows, marking a significant shift in Plex's strategy. Read more...

Google TV now has over 800 free channels collected in one guide

John Callaham — Tue, 11 Apr 2023 17:16:01 +0000

Google TV with Chromecast along with smart televisions with Google TV can now watch over 800 free TV channels in one guide, as it adds content from Tubi, Plex, and Haystack News in the Live TV tab. Read more...

Plex Media Server will end support for Windows 7/8/8.1 and macOS 10.11/10.12 on April 10

John Callaham — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 15:18:02 +0000

While the older versions of Plex Media Server that support the older operating systems will still continue to work, future versions will move on to more recent OSs from Microsoft and Apple. Read more...

Plex now lets you skip those really long movie credits in your personal digital library

John Callaham — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 13:44:02 +0000

The new Plex Skip Credits feature allows movie fans to skip long credit sequences in their own personal digital movie library set up on a Plex Media Server, with a paid Plex Pass subscription. Read more...

Plex adds Discover Credits so you can easily find what films and shows actors have been in

Paul Hill — Sat, 12 Nov 2022 02:10:01 +0000

Plex has added a cool new feature called Discover Credits. From the details page of a film or show, you can see which actors star and visit their profiles to discover other content they've been in. Read more...

Plex database breached, emails, usernames, and encrypted passwords stolen

Sayan Sen — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 08:46:01 +0000

Plex has started warning users that data breach, though of "limited access" has taken place. As such, customers are being urged to reset passwords. However, the server load may be too much right now. Read more...

Plex Discover lets you see what there is to watch across all the services you subscribe to

Paul Hill — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 13:00:01 +0000

Plex Discover and Plex Universal Watchlist are now available on the platform to bring all your streaming services to one place, making it easier to find things that you want to watch. Read more...

Plex announces 25% end-of-year Lifetime Plex Pass discount

Paul Hill — Sat, 18 Dec 2021 23:30:01 +0000

Plex has announced another 25% discount for its Lifetime Plex Pass. The discount is to celebrate the end of the year. It offered a similar discount just a month ago for Cyber Monday. Read more...

Youtube-dl sees first new release in six months

Dean Howell — Fri, 17 Dec 2021 17:06:01 +0000

Code backported from yt-dlp now enables Youtube-dl to resume paused downloads, as they were broken in the previous release due to multiple signature issues. FFmpeg fixes are also in tow. Read more...

You can get 25% off a Lifetime Plex Pass until Cyber Monday

Paul Hill — Mon, 22 Nov 2021 23:52:01 +0000

Plex is offering a 25% discount off its Lifetime Plex Pass until Cyber Monday. With the discount applied, you'll see the price drop from the typical $119.99 to $89.99. The pass offers many benefits. Read more...

Plex reaches 200 free-to-stream live TV channels

Paul Hill — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 23:36:01 +0000

Plex has announced that it now offers 200 live channels that are free to watch thanks to ad support. Several of the new channels are available globally so anyone can jump on and tune in. Read more...

Plex announces Arcade game subscription service for $4.99 per month

Jay Bonggolto — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 02:52:02 +0000

Plex has launched a new game subscription called Plex Arcade that costs $4.99 per month, giving you access to retro games. Plex Pass subscribers can also enjoy a lower monthly subscription rate. Read more...

Plex introduces free Spanish-language live TV channels

Paul Hill — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 13:00:01 +0000

Plex has announced that it's bringing about 31 new channels to its live TV service. The new additions will all carry Spanish-language programming and are only going to be available in the U.S. Read more...

Plex Pass Lifetime plan is now only $88 for a limited time

Jay Walker — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 20:00:01 +0000

Plex Pass is turning 8, and the company wants to give its users a chance to purchase a Lifetime plan for a discounted price. The offer starts today and is available till 5:59 AM PT tomorrow. Read more...

Plex launches more than 80 live TV channel for users worldwide

Paul Hill — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 13:00:01 +0000

Plex has announced the launch of live TV streaming. The platform has launched 80 live TV channels that can be viewed anywhere in the world, licenses permitting. The channels vary widely in content. Read more...

QNAP launches TS-x53D 2.5GbE NAS Series for gamers, media enthusiats, and general NAS lovers

Sayan Sen — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 17:16:01 +0000

QNAP has launched the TS-x53D lineup of NAS products for gamers, media server enthusiasts, and general NAS lovers. They come packed with the latest features and are now available to purchase online. Read more...

Plex adds more streaming content thanks to new partnership

Paul Hill — Tue, 12 May 2020 21:34:01 +0000

Plex and Endemol Shine Group have announced a partnership which will see more free content arrive on Plex. Films including Mr Bean will be available in a number of countries including the U.S. and UK. Read more...

Plex introduces ad-supported video content from Crackle

Paul Hill — Fri, 01 May 2020 13:00:01 +0000

Plex has announced that it has partnered with Crackle to bring ad-supported video content to its platform. The new content is accessible to all users that are based in the United States. Read more...

Plex reaffirms its commitment to personal media management after streaming launch

Paul Hill — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 02:04:01 +0000

Plex has issued a statement reaffirming its commitment to remain a personal media server solution. It comes after the launch of its ad-supported video on demand service which got users concerned. Read more...

Plex announces the launch of ad-supported VOD content worldwide

Paul Hill — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 14:00:01 +0000

Plex has launched ad-supported video on demand content to its platform from several big publishers. The new content is available globally and can be watched on almost any connected device. Read more...

Plex rolls out new features to improve the music library experience

Paul Hill — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 13:58:01 +0000

Plex has announced a new update to its media server software. With this update, users will benefit from improved metadata as well as a feature that identifies songs you hear in films and TV shows. Read more...

Plex set to add free Lionsgate content to its platform later this year

Paul Hill — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 16:26:01 +0000

Plex will begin hosting Lionsgate content for free on its platform, worldwide, from the end of the year. The content will be free for users but will require them to sit through ads. Read more...

Plex to bring ad-supported Warner Bros. content to U.S. users

Paul Hill — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 16:40:01 +0000

Plex has reached an agreement with Warner Bros. to stream ad-supported movies, for free, on its platform. Unfortunately, the content will only be available for users in the United States. Read more...

Plex begins rolling out the new UNO UI for Web, coming to TV this week

Paul Hill — Wed, 07 Aug 2019 21:34:02 +0000

Plex has released its new UNO interface on its Web app and is rolling it out to TVs this week. The Plex iOS app will get the UI really soon and then an update for Android is planned after that. Read more...

Synology, Plex, and HDHomeRun: How to cut the cord forever

Christopher White — Sun, 07 Jul 2019 09:02:02 +0000

Looking to cut the cord to save money on a monthly basis? Let's take a look into the combination of Synology, Plex, and HDHomeRun to see how they work together to provide one-stop entertainment. Read more...

Review of the Synology DS1019+, a storage workhorse and a Plex beast

Christopher White — Thu, 14 Feb 2019 05:00:01 +0000

Looking for on-site storage for your home or SMB? The DS1019+ should be on your short list, especially if want to use it as a Plex or other video server within the environment. See our take inside. Read more...

Plex partners with TIDAL to add native integration from $9.99/month

Paul Hill — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 08:50:01 +0000

Plex and the music streaming service TIDAL have formed a partnership to offer the latter's services within the prior starting from $9.99 per month. If you're interested you can get a 30 day trial. Read more...

Plex media streaming platform is now available as a snap on Linux

Paul Hill — Thu, 11 Oct 2018 19:34:01 +0000

Canonical has announced that Plex, the media streaming platform, is now available as a snap package via the snapcraft website. Snaps offer users more protection and allow for easier maintenance. Read more...

Plex kills off plugins; introduces new subtitle search feature

Vishal Laul — Tue, 25 Sep 2018 22:46:01 +0000

Plex has introduced a new subtitle search feature that lets viewers find an accurate subtitle for their content right from the Plex client. Announced, however, is also the retirement of plugins. Read more...

Plex Cloud is shutting down after just two years

João Carrasqueira — Tue, 11 Sep 2018 21:04:02 +0000

The media streaming platform has decided to shut down the service launched back in 2016 in light of the many issues that have plagued it in recent months and the costs required to maintain it. Read more...

Update for Plex on Xbox One stamps out glitches, adds interface refinements

Boyd Chan — Tue, 28 Aug 2018 10:30:01 +0000

The Xbox One version of Plex has received a new update that addresses a number of display and playback quirks while also incorporating a couple of additional user interface options. Read more...

Plex adds podcast support and customizable home screen on iOS and Android

João Carrasqueira — Wed, 30 May 2018 16:16:01 +0000

The team behind Plex is rolling out an update to its apps today, and it includes a new, highly customizable, home screen for iOS and Android, plus support for podcasts including new playback controls. Read more...

Plex brings its virtual reality experience to Samsung Gear VR

Boyd Chan — Fri, 06 Apr 2018 11:56:01 +0000

Three months after having released its VR app for Google Daydream devices, Plex has brought its virtual reality media viewing experience to Samsung Gear VR courtesy of the Oculus Store. Read more...