Well I already have jellyfin running in a container, just have to figure out how to get mum's TV to work with it I guess
log in on a local IP and not the network name and it's working again. but I'll be moving to jellyfin from now
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I would go with jellyfin, but my stupid old Samsung TV has tizen and can't find a way to install it.
You could plug in a firestick or something similar as jellyfin has an android app.
You need to setup a developer account so you can install apps from local sources
I'm running Openelec on a Raspberry Pi... Awesome interface, high wife approval factor.
I tried that through network and an app on my pc, didn't work.
I had a similar issue where I wanted to use my Xbox Series X to play Jellyfin but there was no client available. I ended up switching from Plex to Emby. I tested it for a month and then bought a lifetime pass, I'm quite happy with it. The client definitely isn't as polished as Plex's clients are but they allow me to do everything I want with much more control. I especially like the plugin system, being able to create my own persistent 24/7 faux tv channels is A++
I use an nVidia Shield for it. There's probably cheaper ones, but you tend to get what you pay for, and I've got a few 4KBR remuxes that even that struggles on.
Is this an okd systen now, how does it hold up? Is it lacking anywhere?
It's been pretty decent.
Supports Dolby Vision/Atmos etc. Image based subtitles (e.g. those ripped from a disc) end up getting transcoded, but that seems the only thing it doesn't natively support. Had trouble with AV1 but I'm not sure if that's a general thing or that one specific file.
Get an Onn streaming device from Walmart for ~$30
I don't live in USA.
Okay. What streaming devices can you order online?