In Plex’s defense, I can opt out of disclosing certain information. But I’m still not comfortable sending any data to an ...

Plex remains popular, but are users considering alternatives, like Jellyfin and Emby? We asked our readers, here's what they told us.

However, setting up a Plex server can be a bit overwhelming. Thankfully, our Discover Lead Editor, Andrew Heinzman, can ...

Plex’s foray into free streaming video appears to be paying off, as that side of the business now has more users than its media server software. The company announced earlier this month that it now ...

Personal media player software maker Plex says it’s now easier for mobile users on Android to play any video file saved on their device within its app. The move will enable it to better challenge VLC, ...

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Media platform Plex today announced that it is raising prices for the Plex Pass subscription service, marking the first price increase that Plex has introduced in a decade. Starting on April 29, the ...

Whether it's music or movies, my content is all over the place. From rare films I have on DVD to music that's been trapped in iTunes for the better part of a decade, it's a nightmare. Nothing lives in ...

Self-hosting is an increasingly popular alternative for those looking to escape the convoluted (and expensive) content-streaming landscape and return to a more traditional personal ownership approach ...

Plex’s over-the-air DVR solution offers ad-skipping, out-of-home viewing, and a lifetime subscription option for those willing to set it up. Of all the ways to set up an over-the-air DVR, Plex is one ...

Building a Jellyfin server is easy and cheap, letting you drop Netflix and Disney Plus while taking control of your library.