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Plex Keeps Getting Worse. Is Jellyfin a Decent Replacement?

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Justin Pot
Plex Keeps Getting Worse. Is Jellyfin a Decent Replacement?
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The article critiques the recent UI changes and price hikes of the Plex media server software, suggesting that the company is prioritizing ad-supported content over user-owned media. It explores Jellyfin as a free, open-source alternative for users seeking a more streamlined experience.

The software, which lets you turn your personal collection of TV shows and movies into a Netflix-style streaming service, is extremely convenient. But Plex is offered by a company that, as of late, seems more focused on adding features than improving the cluttered user interface. Recently, it added a social platform and user reviews, two features I quickly disabled. I want to watch stuff—not talk about it with strangers (I have friends for that). The company keeps making design choices that push its ad-supported streaming choices over the personal media collection and DVR functionality I use the service to enjoy.

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