I want to stream mkv files to Android, iOS, Mac, and Windows. Transcoding isn’t that important. Just want something convenient.

  • @[email protected]
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    591 year ago

    For the widest device coverage, Plex is probably your best bet. I run a Plex server and can watch from anywhere on our network because they have apps on everything.

    An alternative would be Jellyfin. I haven’t used it myself but have heard nothing but good things. I’m just not sure how device coverage is.

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      121 year ago

      I’ve got some inlaws that use my Plex, the device coverage really can’t be beat. Would consider Jellyfin if I didn’t have old people requirements.

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        1 year ago

        My Grandfather in his 70s who isn’t tech savvy in the slighest has been able to use Jellyfin without any issues, just an FYI.

        • pacoboyd
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          61 year ago

          It’s more about the devices they use it on and the reliability. Sony TV, iPhone, android, Chromecast etc.

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            1 year ago

            That’s true. My grandfather’s is on the Nvidia Shield Pro which works great, but that is a pretty strong device, so I guess it does depend.