Jellyfin 10.11 Media Server Arrives with Backup Support, FFmpeg 7.1, and More
Jellyfin 10.11 open-source media server introduces a massive backend overhaul, EF Core database migration, and major speed improvements.
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PipeWire 1.6 Nears Stable Release with Massive Internal Refactoring
The PipeWire 1.6 Linux multimedia framework is coming soon—expect smarter link negotiation, refined audio handling, and faster response times.
GStreamer 1.26.7 Brings Fixes for CUDA, RTSP, and Surround Sound Handling
GStreamer 1.26.7 multimedia framework fixes CUDA 13 runtime errors, improves RTSP keepalive handling, and enhances overall stability.
PipeWire 1.4.9 Fixes Audio Regression and Improves ALSA Recovery
PipeWire 1.4.9 multimedia framework fixes an audio regression, improves ALSA recovery, and refines SOF card handling for smoother playback.
VLC’s First Update in a Year to Introduce Qt6 and Windows ARM64 Support
After a year’s gap, VLC 3.0.22 RC1 media player introduces Qt6 build support, Windows ARM64 compatibility, and improved playback reliability.
GStreamer 1.26.6 Brings Fixes for Spotify, Vulkan, and V4L2
GStreamer 1.26.6 multimedia framework fixes bugs in Vulkan decoding, Spotify source, V4L2 codecs, and more.
PipeWire 1.4.8 Released with FireWire Low-Latency Fixes
PipeWire 1.4.8 multimedia framework brings low-latency FireWire audio, Apple HomePod Mini fixes, JACK improvements, and a range of bug fixes.
HandBrake 1.10.2 Fixes High Depth Video Crash and Updates AV1 Libraries
HandBrake 1.10.2, an open-source video transcoder, brings fixes for Windows and macOS, including better driver handling, Apple Silicon crash workaround, and more.
HandBrake 1.10.1 Released with Fixes for Video Encoding and Subtitles
HandBrake 1.10.1, an open-source video transcoder, fixes x265 visual glitches, updates libraries, and improves Flatpak audio.
FFmpeg 8.0 Arrives With Whisper Filter, Vulkan Encoders
FFmpeg 8.0 video and audio converter adds Whisper filter, Vulkan AV1 encoder, ProRes RAW support, and expanded codec handling.