Universal Media Server Version 15.0.0 Release Overview

Introducing Universal Media Server: A Comprehensive DLNA-UPnP Solution

Universal Media Server (UMS) operates as a robust DLNA-compliant UPnP Media Server, originally developed by SubJunk, a well-regarded contributor to the popular PS3 Media Server (PMS).The primary goal of this software is to ensure enhanced stability and improved compatibility across a variety of media files. UMS excels in streaming and transcoding numerous media formats with minimal configuration, making it user-friendly.

Powered by an impressive combination of technologies, including MEncoder, FFmpeg, tsMuxeR, AviSynth, and MediaInfo, UMS supports an extensive array of media formats. Additionally, being built in Java ensures that it runs seamlessly across all major operating systems, with dedicated versions available for Windows, Linux, and macOS.

Comparison with Other Media Servers

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What’s New in Universal Media Server 15.0.0?

The latest release, Universal Media Server version 15.0.0, comes packed with numerous enhancements aimed at elevating user experience. Here’s a summary of key updates:

Introduced a user switcher within the web interface.
Enabled multiple user logins on the web interface.
Implemented a mode switcher for easier navigation between Player mode and Settings mode.
Updated the web player to display dynamic TV season information.
Included the option for PIN codes on the web interface for added security.
Improved media info display in the web player, showing details like location, types, streams, and subtitles.
Enhanced accessibility linting on the web interface.
Utilized custom server names within the web player and settings.
Redesigned the settings menu for better usability.
Relocated the user avatar to the top-right corner for improved accessibility.
Allowed customization of the left menu size in the web interface.
Streamlined user actions, such as login and logout processes through the avatar menu.
Clarified the status of default or anonymous users.
Widened internal scrollbars for better navigation.
Enhanced the Shared Content page for ease of use and compactness.
Automated management of maximum memory usage.
Replaced SSE with websockets for a more efficient web interface.
Corrected issues with scrollbar display and sorting in the Media Library.
Refined the development workflow and improved API lookup success rates.
Minimized CPU usage related to logging and reduced network spam.
Fixed various playback issues, including YouTube support.
Strengthened logging mechanisms throughout the system.