These days there are so many different video file types: MP4, AVI, MKV, etc. Not to mention the different resolutions ranging from standard definition right up to Ultra HD 4K. Many of the newer video formats in higher resolutions bring extremely large file sizes when it comes to digital media. … read more
Plex ranks as one of our favorite media server software options here at htpcBeginner. It’s intuitive to set up while boasting a bevy of features for home theatre buffs. Now, Plex furthers its foray into the media center space with its Winamp-esque music player. With Plexamp released, there’s a Plex … read more
With its forthcoming Disney streaming service, as well as ESPN-branded sports streaming offering, Disney continues to dominate. Now, the hugely popular company further changes the entertainment industry. In a massive deal worth over $52 billion in stock, a Disney Fox merger lets Disney buy 21st Century Fox. [Read: 5 Best … read more
WeTek is an awesome hardware manufacturer. Its WeTek Play 2 is a sweet set top box which delivers an excellent streaming media plus live TV and DVR experience. Since the WeTek runs Android, and a tablet-optimized version of Android, it’s ideal for gaming as well as streaming video and music … read more
The Alexa voice remote that accompanies the Amazon Fire TV and Fire Stick is a great product. It is one of the first voice recognition tools that is actually worth using! Did you know that you can fully control a Fire TV device using your phone as a Fire TV … read more
When we talk about media servers, we immediately think about video streaming. The truth is that a media server can be used to deliver audio and can be used to stream music to any room in your house. Store all of your music files in one place and receive them … read more
Torrent downloads remain a popular way to quickly download files from the Internet. Unfortunately, most Internet service providers (ISPs) throttle Internet speeds and occasionally send a notice warning you to stop downloading media. Usenet is here to save the day. In this Usenet guide, you will learn what is Usenet … read more
The Vero 4k is a highly capable piece of hardware. Native OSMC support, and powerful hardware makes this a natural choice for those who enjoy high-definition media. As a result of official OSMC support, the device is a great open-source alternative to other devices. Despite the great features, the device … read more
Icecast creates audio streams on various platforms. Allowing for us to use the Raspberry Pi. It installs and runs smoothly on Raspbian Lite with a headless server setup for efficiency, but any flavor of Raspbian will do. Using Raspian Lite together with Icecast you can stream audio from any directory … read more