Oct 27, 2.4.31
The Plex Pass requirement has been removed from Smart TV devices. The Plex for Smart TVs app is free on all devices. Huge THANKS to our Plex Pass members for testing and providing feedback during the preview period!
Heaps of good for many devices. Our Sony Bravia televisions, VIZIO televisions, and LG NetCast television devices got a big level up with direct play MKV video support. UHD capable VIZIO televisions can now play MKV and MP4 4K videos with the HEVC codec. Our supported media formats documentation will be updated shortly.
Also, music transcoding is now enabled on all devices. Plex Media Server 0.9.12.0 is required. A huge benefit for some users, we hope you enjoy!
NEW:
- Removed Plex Pass requirement from all Smart TV devices.
- Add music transcoding support on all devices.
- Music direct play updates for most devices.
- Video direct play updates for most devices.
- Reduced key throttle delay. Some devices will benefit from faster repeat key input.
FIXES:
- Focus loss when opening music player from mini player.
KNOWN ISSUES:
- We’re looking into issues of unexpected video playback problems on LG devices and loading problems other devices. We’ve recreated the issue intermittently and attempting to isolate. Stay tuned.
