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The Moonfin app streaming Jellyfin on an iPad.
Jellyfin gets much better when you stop using the default app

Choosing a different client gave Jellyfin better aesthetics and functionality, and now I see it in a whole new light.

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Plex server and device showing the same content.
Plex, Jellyfin, and Kodi all fix the same TV problem, but I'd only recommend one

While all three platforms provide similar services, one offers a refined experience that works effortlessly across all devices.

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YouTube videos showing on a Plex server.
I don't use the YouTube app anymore — it's all in my media server

Integrating Plex and YouTube has made my viewing habits more intentional and my video library distraction-free.

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Jellyfin on TV
Self-hosted media servers aren't as hard as Plex makes them seem

Jellyfin does everything Plex does, costs nothing, and takes just a few commands to set up.

The Plex interface on a TV screen.
Do this before adding anything to Plex or Jellyfin and you'll thank yourself later

Stop fixing your media server inside the app — here's why file naming matters more than you think.

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Gimmory on a Monitor
I wanted Plex for my ebooks, and this self-hosted app nailed it

You don't need a big fancy app like Plex to handle your ebook library, all you need is this software to keep all of your books safe.

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Jellyfin running on a PC
I ditched my Plex subscription for this self-hosted media server and never looked back

I ditched Plex's paywalls for Jellyfin and my media server finally feels mine again, especially with all these cool features.

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The Samsung TV Plus icon in a TV menu.
I found a hidden live TV section on my smart TV that I'd been missing for years

Access a world of free movies, shows, and live TV channels on your smart TV, without the need for subscriptions or additional devices.

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Plex Live TV channels on a desktop screen.
I set up Plex for my local files and didn't realize it came with free streaming built right in

I somehow overlooked a useful feature within Plex that had been right under my nose for months.

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Plex server and device showing the same content.
I changed 3 settings in Plex and my streams immediately stopped buffering

Adjusting a few default settings can transform your Plex experience, by making streaming smoother and more reliable.

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The Plex interface on a TV screen.
I tried living on free streaming channels for a month and found some real gems

When streaming subscriptions are out of reach, these free channels offer a treasure trove of nostalgia and modern entertainment.

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