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Plex

Plex is an American media streaming and software company that operates the Plex streaming service and Plex Media Server. The company offers free, ad-supported television and on-demand programming alongside tools that allow users to organize and stream their personal media collections across devices.

The new Plexamp for desktop and laptop computers allows users to stream music from their Plex servers in a native experience, just as they can on mobile phones. (Image by The Desk)

Plex releases refreshed Plexamp for desktop, mobile devices

The release is Plexamp’s first in more than a year, according to a long-time Plex executive; native desktop apps are now available for Windows, Mac and Linux computers.

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The new user interface of the Plex mobile app. (Courtesy photo)

Plex raises price of lifetime Plex Pass, introduces five-year plan at $250

The price hike on the lifetime Plex Pass was justified as necessary to financially support ongoing software and platform developments.

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Swerve TV added to Fubo, Plex, Amazon’s Fire TV Channel

The new distribution agreement adds to a growing roster of FAST platforms where the women's sports-focused channel is available.

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The new user interface of the Plex mobile app. (Courtesy photo)

Plex launches social discovery features, upgraded curation lists

The updates aim to shift discovery toward social, community-driven engagement rather than platform-specific algorithms.

The new user interface of the Plex mobile app. (Courtesy photo)

Plex to raise price of lifetime pass to $750 in July

Plex is raising the price of its lifetime Plex Pass to $750, a move the company says will allow it to continue developing new features and better apps.

(Photo courtesy TV5 Monde, Still frame by Emma Productions)

TV5 Monde inks deal with Plex to offer three streaming channels

TV5 Monde has signed a distribution agreement with Plex to launch three FAST channels in several territories.

The new Plex app for Apple TV devices offers a refreshed presentation of TV and film content along with social features. (Courtesy image)

Plex reveals security breach, asks users to change passwords

Plex has sent a notice to some customers urging them to change their passwords after the tech developer discovered a new security breach this month.

Plex offers free, ad-supported movies and TV shows available to stream across a number of supported devices. (Courtesy image)

Plex picks Bitmovin to power video on-demand platform

Plex has chosen to use Bitmovin's technology to power its video on-demand offerings, the companies said on Friday.

Hand holding remote control, changing TV channel.

Plex, Amazon Fire TV Channels add music streams from Xite, Stingray

Starting this week, users of Amazon Fire TV Channels and Plex have more streaming music options thanks to individual partnerships with Xite and Stingray.

The logo of streaming app Plex. (Courtesy image, Graphic by The Desk)

Plex to raise rate of “Plex Pass” membership on Tuesday

Plex will be raising the price of its Plex Pass premium subscription on Tuesday, but streamers can save over the long-term costs by purchasing a lifetime pass on Monday.

The new user interface of the Plex mobile app. (Courtesy photo)

Plex officially debuts new mobile app

Media company Plex has brought its refreshed app experience to phones and other portable devices.

The new user interface of the Plex mobile app. (Courtesy photo)

Plex to make mobile apps free to access

Plex will stop charging free users of its media server software for access to its companion apps for mobile phones and tablets in the near future.

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