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Air Video Server HDEmby Server
Paid

The Air Video HD app is a single purchase covering all of a user's iOS devices; the server…

 Freemium

The server is free to use. Emby Premiere is a paid subscription that unlocks hardware…

Windows, macOS Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted, Android, iOS, Web
  • Streams without converting or transferring files
  • Supports subtitles, 1080p and 5.1 surround via Apple TV
  • Client apps on phones, tablets, smart televisions and consoles
  • Live TV and DVR from a tuner card or network tuner
  • Playback client is only for Apple devices
  • Listed system requirements are old, suggesting infrequent updates
  • Closed source since 2018
  • Hardware transcoding and offline downloads need a paid subscription
Downloadable app Self-hosted, Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 21, 2026

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