Streaming service Plex has taken a significant step forward with the introduction of a redesigned software. This update aims to enhance the user experience by emphasizing discovery, easy access to watchlists, and personalized features. It caters to both home media enthusiasts and those who rely on the app for organizing their media libraries.

Redefining Streaming with Plex's Software Upgrade

Emphasizing Discovery

Plex's new software places greater importance on discovery. Instead of the traditional hamburger menus, a tabbed navigation with buttons at the bottom of the screen has been introduced. This design change makes it easier for users to explore the various parts of the service on mobile devices. Users can seamlessly move between their media library, Live TV channels, On Demand streams, and more. The Discovery section and personalized home page provide quick access to content that users may want to continue watching.This updated interface is a result of two years of meticulous work by the Plex team. It is designed to enhance the user's journey through the platform and make it more intuitive and enjoyable.

Personalized Features for Home Media Enthusiasts

Home media enthusiasts will appreciate the dedicated button that centralizes access to their media libraries. They can favorite libraries to customize the experience according to their needs. The Plex Watchlist, where users track the shows and movies they want to see, now has a more prominent spot in the top navigation, allowing for faster access. Over time, more people have started using this feature, and Plex has responded to their feedback by making it more accessible.In addition to these changes, the new release also includes a reorganization of areas where users access their personal details. Profile information, watch history, friends, and streaming services are now all available in one place, providing a more streamlined experience.

Visual Enhancements

The updated app has expanded its use of visual imagery, which is particularly noticeable in movie and show detail pages, as well as cast and crew profiles and users' own Plex profile pages. Title artwork for movies and shows has been added, enhancing the visual appeal and providing a more immersive experience.Plex has also rewritten its apps under the hood and streamlined its codebase as part of this process. This unified codebase allows the team to release new features across all supported platforms quickly, speeding up the development cycle.However, the redesign is initially rolling out to mobile devices in an "early-access preview" to gather user feedback. During this period, features like playlists and cast support are still in the works and will be added. Support for TV platforms will soon follow, ensuring that users across different devices can enjoy the benefits of the redesigned software.