Essential Apps to Install on Windows and macOS
Just unboxed a new computer? Here's our curated list of essential Windows and macOS apps for productivity, security, entertainment, and everything you need to get up and running.
Plex suffers major data breach, urges users to reset their passwords
No word yet on how many users are affected
PSA: Update your Plex Media Server now
Plex has disclosed a security vulnerability affecting Plex Media Server versions 1.41.7.x through 1.42.0.x, reported through its bug bounty program. The issue has been resolved in version 1.42.1.10060. Users are strongly advised to update immediately to ensure security and stability.
Plex update raises concerns over potential sharing of porn viewing habits
Be careful what you watch
Plex's music player, Plexamp is now free to download
Plexamp was a subscriber-only perk, but Plex has now released a free version offering unlimited streaming of your music library, gapless playback, and support for CarPlay and Android Auto.
Plex warns all users to change their passwords following a data breach
Emails, usernames and encrypted passwords were all compromised
Stream your personal movie collection using Plex
Install Plex Media Server on your PC or NAS device and it will organize and let you stream all your media using the Plex App on any device. It's free and works with a variety of platforms, mobile and streaming devices.
Plex launches ad-supported video on-demand service featuring thousands of titles
They're all free, but you will have to sit through some ads
Plex signs deal with Warner Bros. to stream free ad-supported content
No further details yet on the content that's slated to launch later this year
Plex gets a new desktop app with a sleek interface and easier downloads
The old Windows Store app is being scrapped
Plex is working to bring in ad-supported movies and revamp subscription options
Another outlet for content providers to share their work
Plex opts to end Plex Cloud service due to technical issues
Customers told it was too expensive to maintain
Essential Apps You Should Install on a New PC Running Windows or macOS
You just bought a new laptop, built a new desktop PC, or are simply clean installing on a new SSD, good for you! Gotta love the taste of a fresh new machine, but now you have to get back to productivity zen by recovering your files and installing programs. Not sure which ones? Well, let us help.
Watch Plex in virtual reality via Google Daydream
Co-watch with up to four friends in real-time
Plexamp is a Winamp-inspired standalone music player for macOS and Windows
It's compatible with nearly any audio format
Plex can now automatically remove commercials from your media
Current algorithm permanently removes commercials from source media
Plex launches live TV streaming service on Roku
Plex taps into the largest streaming device market
Plex opens Plex Cloud service to all Plex Pass subscribers
Plex's hardware-free media server graduates from beta
Plex Cloud adds support for Google Drive, Dropbox and OneDrive
The simplest way to run Plex
Plex introduces auto-tags for your photos using machine learning
Automatic photo-tagging makes it easier to find pics later
