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Plex confirmed an outage that affected multiple services, preventing users from streaming shows and movies hosted on Plex or playing content locally; the status page listed issues with the free streaming catalog, the plex.tv API, Discover Together, and live TV program data, lasting a couple of hours before the service returned to normal.
Plex unveiled a five-year Plex Pass for $250, joining a price shift that raises the Lifetime Pass to $750. The move highlights Plex’s shift toward recurring revenue as it expands beyond a standalone media server into ad-supported channels and rentals, with the goal of funding ongoing development and encouraging long-term subscriptions.
Android Authority’s Dhruv Bhutani argues Plex’s new $749.99 lifetime Plex Pass price (effective July 1, 2026) is hard to justify since the core Plex Media Server is free and premium features are optional; at $6.99/mo or $69.99/yr it takes nearly 11 years to break even, signaling a pivot to recurring revenue and potential data monetization, while Jellyfin and Emby offer compelling, cheaper open-source/self-hosted alternatives.
Plex announced a $500 hike for its Lifetime Plex Pass, boosting the price from $250 to $750 and taking effect on July 1, 2026 at 12:01 a.m. UTC. Existing Lifetime Pass holders keep their benefits, and the standard Plex Pass (subscription) remains $7 per month or $70 per year. Buyers can still lock in the old price of $250 before the change. Plex says the increase funds ongoing development and outlines a roadmap that includes improved downloads (grouping by show) and updates to its mobile apps.
Plex will raise the Lifetime Plex Pass price from $249.99 to $749.99 on July 1, 2026, after already doubling from $119.99 to $249.99 in March; buyers can lock in the current $249.99 price until 12:01 AM UTC on July 1. Plex says it would rather push recurring subscriptions to fund ongoing development, and existing lifetime holders are unaffected. The shift means you’d need roughly 11 years of current annual pricing to break even on a lifetime purchase, while Plex continues to offer local streaming for free and keeps remote streaming gated behind a subscription.
Plex will raise its Lifetime Plex Pass from $250 to $750, effective July 1, 2026, a 200% increase that won’t affect current holders. Plex had toyed with dropping Lifetime passes but says the price reflects ongoing value as it pivots from a pure media server to a broader streaming platform; monthly and annual plans stay the same. The hike funds continued development and new features (mobile/app improvements, metadata, downloads, open API, FAST channels), and comes amid profitability pressure as Plex competes with Jellyfin, Emby and Kodi. At $70/year, the lifetime price would take about 11 years to become a better value.
Plex experienced a security breach exposing some user data, prompting the company to advise users to reset their passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and sign out of connected devices to enhance account security.
Plex has warned users to reset their passwords following a data breach that exposed email addresses, usernames, and securely hashed passwords. The company has addressed the breach and recommends users change passwords, log out of all devices, and enable two-factor authentication for added security. No payment card information was compromised in the incident.
Plex, a media streaming platform, experienced a security breach exposing user emails, usernames, and hashed passwords. The company has contained the breach, urged users to reset their passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and sign out of all devices to enhance security. Plex is reviewing its security measures to prevent future incidents and emphasizes vigilance against phishing.
Plex is testing a redesigned app experience, initially on mobile, with plans to expand to TV platforms soon. The update, in development for nearly two years, aims to integrate personal media libraries with Plex's streaming services in a seamless interface. Key changes include a new navigation system and a unified codebase for consistent updates across platforms. While some features are missing in the preview, Plex intends to address these gaps before the full launch in early 2025. Users can try the preview on Android and iOS by following instructions on Plex's forums.
Plex has announced a major redesign of its iPhone app, featuring a new navigation system and enhanced artwork, aimed at improving user experience. The app has been completely rewritten from the ground up, unifying its platforms under a single codebase for faster updates. While the focus is currently on mobile, a revamped TV experience is also in the works. The redesign is available as an early-access preview, with a full launch expected in 2025. Users can sign up for the preview via Plex forums and TestFlight.
Plex has unveiled a redesign of its app, focusing on improved discovery, personalization, and easier navigation, particularly for mobile users. The update, which has been in development for two years, aims to balance Plex's dual role as a home media organizer and a streaming service. Key changes include a shift to tabbed navigation, enhanced watchlist access, and a unified codebase for faster feature rollouts. Initially available as a mobile preview, the redesign will expand to other platforms after user feedback is gathered.
Plex, a popular streaming service, is overhauling its user interface, starting with a mobile preview and planning a full rollout to connected TVs by early 2025. The redesign aims to integrate personal media collections with on-demand content in a seamless interface, enhancing navigation and discovery. With over 25 million users, Plex offers a unique platform for maintaining personal libraries alongside live TV and on-demand titles, now featuring centralized media libraries for a more personalized experience.
Plex, known for being a hub for TV and movies obtained through various means, now offers over 1,000 movie rentals priced between $3.99 and $5.99, with a 30-day window to start watching and 48 hours to finish. Rentals are available across platforms and only in the US. The move marks a shift towards mainstream for Plex, which previously focused on free ad-supported streaming and support for over-the-air antenna TV. CEO Keith Valory cited complexities in offering movie purchases as the reason for not doing so. This move is likely to appeal to Plex users seeking a convenient alternative to juggling multiple streaming services and escalating subscription prices.
Plex is not currently developing a dedicated Vision Pro app, but users can still run the iPad version of its app on Vision Pro. In contrast, Infuse is working on a dedicated app for Vision Pro, allowing users to browse their Plex library and play content through Infuse. Early adopters of Apple Vision Pro can sign up for the Infuse beta on the company’s website to follow along with the progress and provide feedback.