Plex for webOS 3.0+ (LG Televisions)

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Version : 4.15.0
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

FIXED:

  • Minor fixes
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Version : 4.15.1
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

FIXED:

  • Fix error on launch for some users
1 Like
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Version : 4.17.1
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

NEW:

  • Improved home screen customization reset behavior

FIXED:

  • Fixed hubs sometimes not loading in Manage Hubs modal in source settings
  • Fixed an issue with toggling subtitles on videos with multiple versions
  • Fixed an issue that caused the app to show an infinite loading indicator after backing away from a folder while in list view
3 Likes
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Version : 4.17.3
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

FIXED:

  • Fixed error preventing the app from starting properly for some users
1 Like
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Version : 4.19.1
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

FIXED:

  • Fixed an issue where a no longer existing server could prevent you from sharing other servers
  • Fixed an issue where some hubs on the Home Screen overlap the separator
  • Fixed back key going back to user switcher when editing a managed user’s name
  • Fixed pinned sources occasionally not influencing home screen content when switching between Auto and Custom modes
  • Disabled the option to add hubs to home screen when Automatic Home is enabled
3 Likes
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Version : 4.21.1
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

FIXED:

  • Fixed metadata line height issue on some preplay pages
  • Fixed an issue where some manually added hubs never loaded properly (requires re-adding those hubs to the home screen)
  • Fixed an issue that could cause loss of focus when switching between custom and auto home
  • Fixed an issue that sometimes made it impossible to reorder home hubs
3 Likes
7

Version : 4.23.1
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

NEW:

  • New Search page with updated design and functionality:
    • Search VOD, News, Podcasts, Web Shows and TIDAL as well as PMS libraries
    • Keeps a history of recent searches
    • Change search target to search all media, pinned sources, specific source types or providers
    • Results are grouped by owned libraries, shared libraries and providers
    • Contextual results promoted based on where search was started from (i.e. if search is made from a library, results from that library will be promoted to the top)
  • Avoid transcoding of 4K video when another version is playable
  • Added server name to Log to Media Server app setting
5 Likes
8

Version : 4.25.1
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

FIXED:

  • Fixed an issue that caused search to never be performed when using the pointer
  • Fixed an issue that could the sidebar to become inaccessible after stopping playback from a controller app
  • Fixed loss of progress when VOD is stopped during initial ad after resuming
  • Fixed missing focus in Plex is not reachable page
  • Fixed an issue that caused sidebar items to display an infinite spinner when the app is offline
  • Fixed possible error on user switcher when plex.tv authentication is unavailable
2 Likes
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Version : 4.27.1
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

NEW:

  • Play correct audio stream when selected audio stream is after TrueHD stream(s).

FIXED:

  • Fixed an issue that could cause the app to crash when changing search targets
  • Fixed an issue that could cause incomplete search results
  • Fixed search shortcut key leading to error page
2 Likes
10

Version : 4.29.0
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

NEW:

  • Updated launcher (2.2.0) for webOS 5 support.

FIXED:

  • Fixed an issue playing videos in photo libraries where progress wouldn’t reset after switching between videos
1 Like
11

Version : 4.29.2
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

NEW:

  • Enabled Movies & TV on webOS 3 devices

FIXED:

  • Fixed focus sometimes being lost in preplay pages
  • Fixed extended info details missing line breaks
  • Fixed an issue that could cause incorrect translations in stream title selection menu items
2 Likes
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Version : 4.29.3
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

NEW:

  • Added support for subtitles in Movies on Plex content

FIXED:

  • Fixed possible display errors for TV shows in Movies on Plex
  • Fixed Windows-style line endings in extended info screen
3 Likes
13

Version : 4.29.4
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

FIXED:

  • Fixed an issue that could cause managed users to record Live TV content to libraries they don’t have access to
  • Fixed an issue where searching for Other Videos doesn’t return proper results, or in some cases causes a blank screen
1 Like
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Version : 4.29.5
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

FIXED:

  • Fixed seek bar missing for videos in photo library when casting from another Plex client
1 Like
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Version : 4.29.6
Platform(s) : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

FIXED:

  • Show correct source title for search result items
  • Fixed first character jump bar inaccuracy in some cases
1 Like
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Version : 4.29.7
Platforms : LG webOS (3+ UHD)

We are excited to present the new LG webOS app preview!

This complete rewrite of the app takes advantage of WebGL for better performance, and includes some new features like Skip Intro and a Live TV Guide.

More info (including ‘how to access’ instructions) is available here: New LG webOS App Preview

10 Likes
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Version : 5.0.11 Preview
Platforms : LG webOS (3+ UHD)

This update only applies to users who have opted in to the Public Preview .

NEW:

  • Live TV: Don’t show Search for More... option
  • Hide play queue and more buttons for live TV
  • Removed resolution from “About” menu.
  • Update and make play button text dynamic on pre-play screens
  • Updated sidebar style
  • Added avatar images for sidebar server items
  • Changed display of shared servers in more menu, etc.
  • Reduce wasted space and fix chapters showing under minimal seek OSD
  • Added circular progress bar for Playing Next countdown
  • Added support for additional languages
  • Added chapters hub to video player OSD
  • Channel +/- now skips by chapters if they exist

FIXED:

  • Fixed ‘Watch Now’ showing on preplay play button for future live TV
  • Fixed ui feedback sound setting not respected on app restart
  • Fixed Live TV guide channel order
  • Fixed missing error on home screen if only empty sources are pinned
  • Fixed previous screen briefly showing after resume dialog
  • Fixed filter not being saved on library screen
  • Fixed photo slideshow starting paused when playing via play button
  • Fixed Shuffle Play Season/Album playing behind the dialog
  • Fixed error message if Live TV playback ended due to a recording conflict.
5 Likes
18

Version : 5.0.12 Preview
Platforms : LG webOS (3+ UHD)

This update only applies to users who have opted in to the Public Preview .

NEW:

  • Added subtitle offset editing for external text subtitles
  • Added outline to subtitle text instead of shadow for better readability
  • Show remaining time instead of duration in player
  • Update subtitle font for better readability
  • All users should be able to exit early access
  • Can now create and edit user profiles
  • Added subtitle and audio selection to more menu.
  • Increased sidebar item height and made minor color changes.

FIXED:

  • Fixed cut off timed lyrics button
  • Fixed seeking if PMS prunes live TV capture buffer
  • Fixed an error that can occur when the live tv grid is loaded
  • Fixed busy spinner position on sidebar items
  • Fixed default H.264 level
  • Fixed 4k video being transcoded to 1080p when audio track is unsupported
  • Fix Live TV not tuning movie channels
  • Fixed stuttering playing high bitrate content, this is done by preferring insecure connections
    • By default insecure connections are preferred for connections to local servers, secure connections will be used if the server requires secure connections or the Prefer Insecure Connections setting is changed to Never.
    • You can set the app to prefer insecure connections for all connections if you’re experiencing stuttering from remote servers.
    • You can verify the connection type in Media Server Status available in the user menu.
5 Likes
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Version : 5.0.13 Preview
Platforms : LG webOS (3+ UHD)

This update only applies to users who have opted in to the Public Preview .

NEW:

  • Added playback information overlay
  • Offer subtitle color, position, and size options for signed out users
  • Add scroll to top on back in Recommended, Library and Guide screens
  • Show progress for Ad playback
  • Move cast hub above extras and related hubs
  • Add shuffle option to shows
  • Changing Burn Subtitles setting during playback was not taking effect
  • Add screensaver types: Photo, Entertainment, and Plex Logo

FIXED:

  • Fixed playback restarting after ad plays
  • Fixed player closing when switching to another app
  • Fixed pre-roll playing and ignoring resume
  • Fixed unplayed filter showing wrong items
  • Fixed issue with not rendering overlaping subtitles
  • Fixed being stuck on the modal after an item delete
  • Fixed sidebar incorrectly showing when onboarding a new user
  • Fixed sidebar items and screensaver showing server name unnecessarily
  • Fixed lighter subtitles showing white outline
  • Fixed Various Artists showing instead of actual artist
  • Fixed signing out not working
  • Fixed playlist item options and data disappearing after refresh
  • Fixed playback continuing on a trailer or pre-roll when they’ve been removed from the PQ because of a shuffle
  • Fixed type/sort buttons showing when they had only one option
  • Fixed issue changing subtitles as a signed out user
  • Fixed live TV guide not scrolling down correctly after initial load
  • Fixed incorrect library count text for some types
2 Likes
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Public Release Update:

Version : 4.29.9
Platforms : LG webOS (2+ UHD)

NEW:

  • 3+ UHD users will be directed to the public preview when launching the app for the first time after this release. You’ll be able to leave the early access and return to the existing public app until the preview period ends.

Preview Preview Update:

Version : 5.1.0 Preview
Platforms : LG webOS (3+ UHD)

This update only applies to users who have opted in to the Public Preview .

NEW:

  • Show initials for cast items without an image
  • Magic Remote Support

FIXED:

  • Fixed subtitles sometimes disappearing briefly while playing
  • Fixed seeking backwards during Live TV after joining an in-progress recording
  • Fixed subtitles not displaying for other parts of multi-part media
  • Sometimes with Live TV playback, metadata and player progress was not showing
  • Fixed incorrect filters showing for albums in the libarary screen
  • Fixed progress bars extending off the edge of recorded TV items
  • Fixed wrong style for Movies & TV Continue Watching
  • Fixed Channel up/down not changing chapters/performing 10 minute seeks
  • Default screensaver type setting to plex logo
  • Fixed regression crash when editing subtitle offset
  • Live TV guide was not showing up for managed users
  • Fixed platform max bitrate not being respected when set via player settings
6 Likes