Tips, updates, and guides from the JellyWatch team.
Oracle Always Free Tier gives you a permanent 4-core ARM VM with 24 GB RAM and 10 TB of monthly bandwidth - enough to run a Jellyfin server at zero cost. This step-by-step guide covers account creation, Docker deployment, port configuration, media mounting, and the real-world limitations you need to know before starting.
Which is the best Jellyfin client for Apple TV in 2026 - Infuse Pro or the free Swiftfin? This guide compares both on codec support, Dolby Vision, HDR, audio limitations, pricing, and daily usability. Includes step-by-step setup for each and the honest verdict on when to use which.
How much CPU, RAM, and storage does a Jellyfin server actually need in 2026? This guide covers minimum and recommended specs for every use case - from a single-user home setup to a multi-user 4K server - with real-world transcoding benchmarks.
Connect Jellyfin to Home Assistant for powerful smart home automations. Control playback, trigger scenes when a movie starts, display now-playing info on your dashboard, and automate your home theater setup.
From metadata providers to UI enhancements, from Discord integrations to smart cleanup tools - discover the best Jellyfin plugins available in 2026. A complete guide to extending your server.
From your phone to your TV, from Windows to HarmonyOS - discover every Jellyfin client available in 2026. This complete guide covers 70+ apps organized by platform, with honest recommendations for each use case.
Transform your Jellyfin experience with the best quality-of-life plugins. This guide covers Intro Skipper, Chapter Images, Merge Versions, Playback Reporting, and other must-have plugins not in the standard list.
Set up Jellyfin on your Android TV or Google TV device for the best living room experience. Covers app installation, Direct Play optimization, remote control setup, Nvidia Shield, Fire TV, and Chromecast.
Get perfect 4K HDR and Dolby Vision playback on Jellyfin. This guide covers HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision profiles, tone mapping configuration, hardware requirements, and which clients support what.
