Plex Media Server
Plex Media Server
Plex Media Server streams all of your media, to all of your devices, everywhere.
Reviews
55.13%
8.37%
6.08%
7.22%
23.19%
★
★★
★★★
★★★★
★★★★★
145 rates
22 rates
16 rates
19 rates
61 rates
Comments
A Google user
★★★★★
"This is amazing! I have compiled my entire family`s film and TV show library, as well as home movies and pictures. They can stream any file easily. I am using a Nvidia Shield TV Pro as my server and I can have 5 users at once streaming with almost no problems, and more if they are using a direct connection. The updates come fairly often, which is nice. There are always some issues, but they are usually fixed within a few days with the latest updates. You can`t argue with the price... I am now a Plex pass subscriber and will be using the DVR function to record OTA media. Plex is amazing! All of the 1 and 2 star reviews need to updated their reviews, because most if not all cited issues that have been fixed. I`m assuming these people are either completely computer illiterate, or work for some competing company, or just have some sort of loyalty to another media server option. Setting up Plex takes some know how, but if it is fairly doable for any normal person like me, then you can do it too."
Version: 1.14.1.5490 (smb)
"This is amazing! I have compiled my entire family`s film and TV show library, as well as home movies and pictures. They can stream any file easily. I am using a Nvidia Shield TV Pro as my server and I can have 5 users at once streaming with almost no problems, and more if they are using a direct connection. The updates come fairly often, which is nice. There are always some issues, but they are usually fixed within a few days with the latest updates. You can`t argue with the price... I am now a Plex pass subscriber and will be using the DVR function to record OTA media. Plex is amazing! All of the 1 and 2 star reviews need to updated their reviews, because most if not all cited issues that have been fixed. I`m assuming these people are either completely computer illiterate, or work for some competing company, or just have some sort of loyalty to another media server option. Setting up Plex takes some know how, but if it is fairly doable for any normal person like me, then you can do it too."
Version: 1.14.1.5490 (smb)
Kevin Venables
★★★★
"I had been using Plex to access mp3 media on external ssd for over 2 years. I use a Yamaha CTX420D Music Center to access the Nvidia Shield as an appliance. This stopped working about 2 months ago & i believe Plex is the issue I tried using Emby on Shield which my Yamaha does see however there are known issues with Emby which although sees all files will not play any. I have spoken with NVidia & Yamaha but seems no way of getting Plex involved. Issue with Plex Server on Shield is current version is installed via playstore and will not support older versions."
Version: 1.25.2.5319 (smb)
"I had been using Plex to access mp3 media on external ssd for over 2 years. I use a Yamaha CTX420D Music Center to access the Nvidia Shield as an appliance. This stopped working about 2 months ago & i believe Plex is the issue I tried using Emby on Shield which my Yamaha does see however there are known issues with Emby which although sees all files will not play any. I have spoken with NVidia & Yamaha but seems no way of getting Plex involved. Issue with Plex Server on Shield is current version is installed via playstore and will not support older versions."
Version: 1.25.2.5319 (smb)
Ori Rijo
★★
"Poor implementation of Plex on NVIDIA SHIELD. Seems to be an afterthought app for this developer. Anytime there is a server update my server goes down, even after updating the app server won`t start until it feels like it. Plex won`t remote stream 4k files either off the shield."
Version: 1.23.3.4707 (smb)
"Poor implementation of Plex on NVIDIA SHIELD. Seems to be an afterthought app for this developer. Anytime there is a server update my server goes down, even after updating the app server won`t start until it feels like it. Plex won`t remote stream 4k files either off the shield."
Version: 1.23.3.4707 (smb)
A Google user
★★
"Back to Kodi. I keep trying Plex and I am constantly disappointed. I`m trying to shift away from Kodi, however I keep going back. I tried Plex again recently and after many many problems I did a factory reset on my Shield TV, and I formatted a flash drive for adoptable storage. I watch every day as the storage used by Plex increases. Kodi took up less than 500 MB, Plex is up to 5 GB for the same database. Prior to the recent factory reset the Plex database was over 7 GB. I am attempting to switch to local database in hopes it reads the .nfo and .jpg files accompanying every single movie and TV show. The fact that you CANNOT use Plex for local media on a Fire TV Stick just gives me more reason to dislike Plex."
Version: 1.18.2.2079 (smb)
"Back to Kodi. I keep trying Plex and I am constantly disappointed. I`m trying to shift away from Kodi, however I keep going back. I tried Plex again recently and after many many problems I did a factory reset on my Shield TV, and I formatted a flash drive for adoptable storage. I watch every day as the storage used by Plex increases. Kodi took up less than 500 MB, Plex is up to 5 GB for the same database. Prior to the recent factory reset the Plex database was over 7 GB. I am attempting to switch to local database in hopes it reads the .nfo and .jpg files accompanying every single movie and TV show. The fact that you CANNOT use Plex for local media on a Fire TV Stick just gives me more reason to dislike Plex."
Version: 1.18.2.2079 (smb)
A Google user
★
"Why does this software have to be so completely unreliable? The Nvidia Shield server app has gotten steadily worse for the past 18 months. It is now basically unusable as it never loads the library. Starting to think this company doesn`t test this software before you releasing it."
Version: 1.18.4.2171 (smb)
"Why does this software have to be so completely unreliable? The Nvidia Shield server app has gotten steadily worse for the past 18 months. It is now basically unusable as it never loads the library. Starting to think this company doesn`t test this software before you releasing it."
Version: 1.18.4.2171 (smb)
A Google user
★
"It`s as bad as it can get. It turns 300+ USD device (Shield) to a completely unusable piece of hardware. It crashes on everything - adding a new video, playing a video - you name it. It slows down the device to a halt. If you can avoid it - please do. Never, ever pay them a cent."
Version: 1.18.7.2457 (smb)
"It`s as bad as it can get. It turns 300+ USD device (Shield) to a completely unusable piece of hardware. It crashes on everything - adding a new video, playing a video - you name it. It slows down the device to a halt. If you can avoid it - please do. Never, ever pay them a cent."
Version: 1.18.7.2457 (smb)
A Google user
★★★★★
"Just had this problem and this solution worked for me. Thanks"
Version: 1.13.8.5395 (smb)
"Just had this problem and this solution worked for me. Thanks"
Version: 1.13.8.5395 (smb)
A Google user
★
"Would give no stars, but have to give it one to write this review. Two days trying to get it to work, any online help is worse than useless. Amazing a program you install, can`t get it to work and no help. Strongly suggest using Kodi, don`t waste your time on this program."
Version: 1.18.3.2156 (smb)
"Would give no stars, but have to give it one to write this review. Two days trying to get it to work, any online help is worse than useless. Amazing a program you install, can`t get it to work and no help. Strongly suggest using Kodi, don`t waste your time on this program."
Version: 1.18.3.2156 (smb)
A Google user
★
"Warning to anyone trying to use this for a server. Buggy and now won;t start after several attempts. Running latest version. Don`t waste your time."
Version: 1.18.3.2156 (smb)
"Warning to anyone trying to use this for a server. Buggy and now won;t start after several attempts. Running latest version. Don`t waste your time."
Version: 1.18.3.2156 (smb)
A Google user
★★★★★
"Working well and I`m able to stream my library directly from my shieldTV"
Version: 0.9.17.1.256 (smb)
"Working well and I`m able to stream my library directly from my shieldTV"
Version: 0.9.17.1.256 (smb)
Doug Dingle
★★★★
"Works reasonably well on a Shield Pro 2019 device. My setup has the Plex client on the Shield as well, and content storage on an external 3TB WD Red drive connected to the Shield via USB3. Loses its mind every once in a while, and I`m trying to determine whether it`s the software or the Shield operating system at fault. Has not happened often enough to nail down the cause. Three incidents in four months, with all three cleared up by rebooting the Shield, a relatively simple and quick procedure. I used to run Plex Server on an old PC, then on a NAS, but this is much better as a much lower power solution that doesn`t need to stream local content across my home network."
Version: 1.20.1.3252 (smb)
"Works reasonably well on a Shield Pro 2019 device. My setup has the Plex client on the Shield as well, and content storage on an external 3TB WD Red drive connected to the Shield via USB3. Loses its mind every once in a while, and I`m trying to determine whether it`s the software or the Shield operating system at fault. Has not happened often enough to nail down the cause. Three incidents in four months, with all three cleared up by rebooting the Shield, a relatively simple and quick procedure. I used to run Plex Server on an old PC, then on a NAS, but this is much better as a much lower power solution that doesn`t need to stream local content across my home network."
Version: 1.20.1.3252 (smb)
A Google user
★★
"This is terrible on the Shield. Every few days it loses connection to my NAS, marks all media as unavailable and needs to be factory reset. Lodi, on the same box, sees the NAS fine. Please fix this smb implementation!"
Version: 0.9.17.1.256 (smb)
"This is terrible on the Shield. Every few days it loses connection to my NAS, marks all media as unavailable and needs to be factory reset. Lodi, on the same box, sees the NAS fine. Please fix this smb implementation!"
Version: 0.9.17.1.256 (smb)
A Google user
★★★
"Where is the 1.0 update? Or updates in general?"
Version: 0.9.17.1.256 (smb)
"Where is the 1.0 update? Or updates in general?"
Version: 0.9.17.1.256 (smb)
Mitch Lucia
★
"Getting REALLY sick of having to rebuild my libraries, metadata, covers, etc. on the Nvidia Shield every single time there`s an update to the app. If you can`t even update an app without breaking everything, what`s the point?"
Version: 1.30.2.6563 (smb)
"Getting REALLY sick of having to rebuild my libraries, metadata, covers, etc. on the Nvidia Shield every single time there`s an update to the app. If you can`t even update an app without breaking everything, what`s the point?"
Version: 1.30.2.6563 (smb)
A Google user
★★★★
"Let us import our db and host it on a external memory device. I also want to be able to install 3rd party channels. Unhappy with Plex on the Shield."
Version: 1.16.6.1592 (smb)
"Let us import our db and host it on a external memory device. I also want to be able to install 3rd party channels. Unhappy with Plex on the Shield."
Version: 1.16.6.1592 (smb)
A Google user
★
"Forced download. I didn`t ask for and don`t want this app, but now it`s taking up space on my device"
Version: 0.9.17.1.256 (smb)
"Forced download. I didn`t ask for and don`t want this app, but now it`s taking up space on my device"
Version: 0.9.17.1.256 (smb)
A Google user
★★★★★
"excellent. And as for the people commenting it couldn`t read the hard drive. Don`t fly through the initial setup proces because you left a box ticked that created default directories. Force close app, clear data and start over. Slowly.."
Version: 0.9.17.1.256 (smb)
"excellent. And as for the people commenting it couldn`t read the hard drive. Don`t fly through the initial setup proces because you left a box ticked that created default directories. Force close app, clear data and start over. Slowly.."
Version: 0.9.17.1.256 (smb)
A Google user
★★★★
"Great, but when will we get updates? PMS is on 1.0.3 now and we`re stuck on 0.9.17!!"
Version: 0.9.17.1.256 (smb)
"Great, but when will we get updates? PMS is on 1.0.3 now and we`re stuck on 0.9.17!!"
Version: 0.9.17.1.256 (smb)
A Google user
★★★
"Have used plex for a while great app best one on the market, but it seems since the last 5.2 update I can no longer gain access via the pc to the shield pro internal storage over the network , no mater what I do. looked on all forums etc ,changed various settings as described but still nothing . Big problem with the smb side of things. Hence only the 3 stars Please fix as soon as possible , I carn`t be the only one with this issue, seems to be an ongoing problem"
Version: 1.7.4.4017 (smb)
"Have used plex for a while great app best one on the market, but it seems since the last 5.2 update I can no longer gain access via the pc to the shield pro internal storage over the network , no mater what I do. looked on all forums etc ,changed various settings as described but still nothing . Big problem with the smb side of things. Hence only the 3 stars Please fix as soon as possible , I carn`t be the only one with this issue, seems to be an ongoing problem"
Version: 1.7.4.4017 (smb)
A Google user
★★★★★
"I see a lot of negative reviews but Plex has been brilliant for us. Using on an Nvidia Shield, external drive plugged in for storage. I pay for Plex Pass so the whole family can use it and I barely hear any issues from any of them. It`s not without it`s faults obviously but the frequent updates generally fix anything major. 5/5 from me."
Version: 1.18.7.2457 (smb)
"I see a lot of negative reviews but Plex has been brilliant for us. Using on an Nvidia Shield, external drive plugged in for storage. I pay for Plex Pass so the whole family can use it and I barely hear any issues from any of them. It`s not without it`s faults obviously but the frequent updates generally fix anything major. 5/5 from me."
Version: 1.18.7.2457 (smb)
com.plexapp.mediaserver.smb
Installs: 1,000,000+
(1,496,410 at
2024-07-25 19:07:19)
Version: 1.40.4.8679 (smb)
Category: Video Players
Pegi : Everyone
Publish Date : May 26, 2016
Update Date : 2024-07-10
Android Version : 6.0
Version: 1.40.4.8679 (smb)
Category: Video Players
Pegi : Everyone
Publish Date : May 26, 2016
Update Date : 2024-07-10
Android Version : 6.0
Available on
Publisher
Plex, Inc.
Plex, Inc.
1999 S. Bascom Ave.
Suite 700, PMB 735
Campbell, CA 95008
https://plex.tv
support@plex.tv
Privacy Policy
Plex, Inc.
1999 S. Bascom Ave.
Suite 700, PMB 735
Campbell, CA 95008
https://plex.tv
support@plex.tv
Privacy Policy
Other Apps from Plex, Inc.
Plex VR
★
3.4 FREE
Experience your media in dazzling and interactive virtual reality with Plex VR.
Plex: Stream Movies & TV
★
4.3 FREE
Watch TV shows, movies, and stream Live TV channels without a subscription!
Plexamp
★
4.7 FREE
Plexamp is a beautiful Plex music player. Similar Apps
Crackle
★
3.8
FREE
10,000,000+
Crackle Plus, LLC
Watch hit movies and TV shows on Crackle’s award-winning streaming service.
Crackle Plus, LLC
Watch hit movies and TV shows on Crackle’s award-winning streaming service.
NOVA Video Player
★
4.1
FREE
1,000,000+
Courville Software
Video player for local/network content with subtitle/metadata download support
Courville Software
Video player for local/network content with subtitle/metadata download support
MUBI: Curated Cinema
Black Cinema Plus
★
4.3
FREE
100,000+
Black Cinema Plus
Highly Curated Black Films, Television Shows, Web Series and Originals
Black Cinema Plus
Highly Curated Black Films, Television Shows, Web Series and Originals
OCC Player
★
4.6
FREE
1,000+
United Bus Technology Inc.
The OCC Player is used in conjunction with Swank Server to provide DRM support.
United Bus Technology Inc.
The OCC Player is used in conjunction with Swank Server to provide DRM support.
PlayPilot
★
3.4
FREE
1,000,000+
PlayPilot AB
Search Less, Watch More! Explore all your streaming services in one place.
PlayPilot AB
Search Less, Watch More! Explore all your streaming services in one place.
Reelgood - Streaming Guide
★
3.7
FREE
500,000+
Reelgood Inc.
Know where to stream any show or movie! Search, browse, and play with one tap.
Reelgood Inc.
Know where to stream any show or movie! Search, browse, and play with one tap.
Plex VR
★
3.4
FREE
50,000+
Plex, Inc.
Experience your media in dazzling and interactive virtual reality with Plex VR.
Plex, Inc.
Experience your media in dazzling and interactive virtual reality with Plex VR.
Screenshots
DESCRIPTION
The Plex Media Server scans and organizes your media, then lets you stream it to all of your devices. It`s the central, most important piece of Plex. Once installed, it gets to work scanning and cataloging every piece of media, making it look beautiful and intuitively organized.
Disclaimer: this app is only intended for the NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV devices.
Disclaimer: this app is only intended for the NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV devices.
RECENT CHANGES
See https://goo.gl/CHv2uD for a list of what’s new.
DATA SAFETY AND SECURITY
This app has access to
Other
· prevent device from sleeping· full network access
· view network connections
· change network connectivity
· run at startup
Photos/Media/Files
· modify or delete the contents of your USB storage· read the contents of your USB storage
Storage
· modify or delete the contents of your USB storage· read the contents of your USB storage
Wi-Fi connection information
· view Wi-Fi connectionsSecurity Practices
Data is encrypted in transit
· Your data is transferred over a secure connection
You can request that data be deleted
· The developer provides a way for you to request that your data be deleted
Data that may be shared with other companies or organizations
Location
Approximate location (Optional) : App functionality, Developer communications, Advertising or marketingData this app may collect
App activity
App interactions (Optional) : Analytics, PersonalizationIn-app search history (Optional) : App functionality, Analytics
App info and performance
Crash logs (Optional) : AnalyticsDiagnostics (Optional) : Analytics
Other app performance data (Optional) : Analytics
Device or other IDs
Device or other IDs (Optional) : App functionality, Analytics, Developer communications, Advertising or marketing, Personalization, Account managementFinancial info
Purchase history (Optional) : App functionalityLocation
Approximate location (Optional) : App functionality, Analytics, PersonalizationPersonal info
Email address (Optional) : App functionality, Developer communications, Advertising or marketing, Account managementName (Optional) : App functionality, Account management
User IDs (Optional) : App functionality, Analytics, Advertising or marketing, Fraud prevention, security, and compliance, Personalization, Account management
Free apps in the same category
Photo Video Collage Maker
FaceShow: Face Swap Video
★
3.7
FREE
1,000,000+
AI Dreamweaver
AI face swap & AI art video maker, reface video editor for AI Yearbook.
AI Dreamweaver
AI face swap & AI art video maker, reface video editor for AI Yearbook.
Video Editor & Video Maker App
★
4.8
FREE
500,000+
Video Shake Studio
Trim, join, cut, crop & do much more with all filters to make a stunning video.
Video Shake Studio
Trim, join, cut, crop & do much more with all filters to make a stunning video.
KineMaster-Video Editor&Maker
★
4.2
FREE
100,000,000+
KineMaster, Video Editor Experts Group
Vlog & Video Editing Professional Tool with Free Music and Templates
KineMaster, Video Editor Experts Group
Vlog & Video Editing Professional Tool with Free Music and Templates
Glitch Video Effect: Glitch FX
★
4.3
FREE
1,000,000+
VivaCut professional video editor
Glitch Video Effect Editor & Glitch Camera with music and text!
VivaCut professional video editor
Glitch Video Effect Editor & Glitch Camera with music and text!
Paid apps in the same category
AirPlayMirror
★
3.3
4.99$
10,000+
NeoYantra Technologies
AirPlayMirror is Receiver for AirPlay Mirroring and Casting from Apple Devices.
NeoYantra Technologies
AirPlayMirror is Receiver for AirPlay Mirroring and Casting from Apple Devices.
AndroVid Pro Video Editor
★
3.8
19.99$
100,000+
Fogosoft Ltd
Easy to use, full-featured pro Video Editor and Photo Editor with many features
Fogosoft Ltd
Easy to use, full-featured pro Video Editor and Photo Editor with many features
Photo Locker Pro
★
3.6
24.99$
50,000+
Handy Apps
Hide pictures easily and securely in your private hidden photo gallery!
Handy Apps
Hide pictures easily and securely in your private hidden photo gallery!
Media Server Pro
Popular Free Games
Subway Surfers
★
4.6
FREE
1,000,000,000+
SYBO Games
Arcade Games
Help Jake, Tricky & Fresh escape from the grumpy Inspector and his dog!
SYBO Games
Arcade Games
Help Jake, Tricky & Fresh escape from the grumpy Inspector and his dog!
Candy Crush Saga
★
4.6
FREE
1,000,000,000+
King
Casual Games
Spread jam, pop jelly, blast candies & master sugar sweet match-3 puzzle games.
King
Casual Games
Spread jam, pop jelly, blast candies & master sugar sweet match-3 puzzle games.
Free Fire: 7th Anniversary
My Talking Tom
★
4.3
FREE
1,000,000,000+
Outfit7 Limited
Casual Games
It’s Talking Tom, the virtual pet cat who loves to chat.
Outfit7 Limited
Casual Games
It’s Talking Tom, the virtual pet cat who loves to chat.
8 Ball Pool
★
4.6
FREE
1,000,000,000+
Miniclip.com
Sports Games
Play online multiplayer or PvP Pool games and compete with your friends!
Miniclip.com
Sports Games
Play online multiplayer or PvP Pool games and compete with your friends!
Hill Climb Racing
★
4.4
FREE
1,000,000,000+
Fingersoft
Racing Games
Race uphill to win in this offline physics based driving game!
Fingersoft
Racing Games
Race uphill to win in this offline physics based driving game!
Popular Free Applications
Google Drive
★
4.3
FREE
10,000,000,000+
Google LLC
Productivity
Store, access, and share securely with Google Drive, part of Google Workspace.
Google LLC
Productivity
Store, access, and share securely with Google Drive, part of Google Workspace.
Google Photos
★
4.5
FREE
10,000,000,000+
Google LLC
Photography
The home for your memories. Relive, share, and organize your photos.
Google LLC
Photography
The home for your memories. Relive, share, and organize your photos.
Gboard - the Google Keyboard
Google Meet
★
4.5
FREE
5,000,000,000+
Google LLC
Communication
High quality video calling for Android & iOS phones, tablets, Google Nest & web.
Google LLC
Communication
High quality video calling for Android & iOS phones, tablets, Google Nest & web.
Google Calendar
★
4.5
FREE
5,000,000,000+
Google LLC
Productivity
Always know what’s next with Google Calendar, part of Google Workspace.
Google LLC
Productivity
Always know what’s next with Google Calendar, part of Google Workspace.