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What's New in GridStreamr

Stay up to date with the latest features, improvements, and updates. We're constantly working to make GridStreamr the best IPTV playlist manager and player.

Updates shipped to the GridStreamr iOS and Android apps.

v2.2.3

July 11, 2026

MobileAndroid TVAndroid Auto

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Android Auto (AOSP) production release

GridStreamr for aftermarket AOSP car head units is production-ready at 2.2.3. Install via Download App with code 2611137, or open aftv.news/2611137 in any browser. Sign in with your GridStreamr account — Smart Collections, Live TV with EPG and TimeShift, Movies, Series, Search, Jellyfin (Premium), parental PIN, and continue watching sync from the same account you use on phone and TV.

Benefit

Watch your curated IPTV library in the car on aftermarket Android head units, including portrait and Tesla-style screens.

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Home widget EPG polish (mobile)

The live-channels home screen widget (introduced in 2.2.2) now shows current and next programme details from your EPG, with improved layout responsiveness and refresh intervals on iOS and Android.

Benefit

Glance at what's on without unlocking the phone — now with guide context, not just channel names.

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Continue Watching sync (Android TV)

Continue Watching for movies and series is more stable when browsing the VOD library, with improved cloud sync coordination so progress stays consistent as you navigate between categories.

Benefit

Fewer flashes of missing titles and more reliable resume points on the big screen.

trending_upImprovements

  • Touch-first layouts and portrait/landscape reflow refinements for Android Auto AOSP head units.
  • Jellyfin browse error and retry UX improvements on Android Auto.
  • VOD category focus and selection polish on Android TV.
  • Other small improvements.

v2.2.2

July 7, 2026

MobileAndroid TVAndroid Auto

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Home screen live-channels widget (iOS & Android)

Pin live TV channels from a Smart Collection to your phone or tablet home screen. Choose collection, category, and grid or list layout in Settings → Home widget. Tap a channel to open it in GridStreamr.

Benefit

Jump straight into live TV from your home screen — no need to open the app and dig through categories first.

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Xtream movie and series sorting

Sort Xtream movies and series by default order, date added, or rating. Preferences are remembered per account and category so each library browses the way you like.

Benefit

Find new releases or top-rated titles faster without scrolling a fixed provider order.

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XMLTV details on Smart Collection shares

Manage Shares now includes an XMLTV details dialog with a copyable EPG URL so third-party players can load the guide alongside your shared M3U or Xtream credentials.

Benefit

Share a curated lineup and a matching programme guide to TiviMate, Kodi, and other players in one flow.

trending_upImprovements

  • Android TV focus and scroll synchronization polish across VOD and Jellyfin grids.
  • Other small improvements.

v2.2.1

July 5, 2026

MobileAndroid TVAndroid Auto

starNew Features

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Force update gate (Android TV)

Android TV checks the minimum supported version on launch and resume, and shows a clear update screen when a newer build is required.

Benefit

Everyone stays on a supported release with critical fixes and security updates.

trending_upImprovements

  • More reliable subtitle track selection on mobile when VLC reports SPU IDs.
  • OpenSubtitles and track selector dialog focus handling on Android TV.
  • Other small improvements.

v2.2.0

June 21, 2026

MobileAndroid TVAndroid Auto

starNew Features

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Jellyfin library content-type filter

Filter Jellyfin libraries by item type when browsing so you can focus on movies, series, or other content without wading through mixed grids.

Benefit

Faster navigation in large self-hosted libraries with mixed media types.

trending_upImprovements

  • Parental controls settings use localized labels across languages.
  • Other small improvements.

v2.1.9

June 20, 2026

MobileAndroid TV

starNew Features

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AI channel filter for Live TV (Android TV)

A Filter button in the Live TV browse header lets you narrow channels by Category, Quality (HD / 4K / SD), and Language. Filters use OR within each group and AND across groups. The button only appears when AI enrichment is active for that playlist.

Benefit

Find exactly the sports, news, or entertainment channels you want without scrolling through thousands of entries.

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Cinematic home layout on tablets

Tablets in portrait now show the full side-by-side hero layout — a full-bleed image with gradient overlay and the services strip alongside, matching the landscape experience. Landscape phones keep their existing layout unchanged.

Benefit

The home screen looks and feels native on your tablet whether you hold it portrait or landscape.

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Jellyfin playback method tracking

GridStreamr now reports the correct delivery method — Direct Play, Direct Stream, or Transcode — to your Jellyfin server during playback. Progress sync and resume behaviour align with what Jellyfin expects from a first-class client.

Benefit

Watch history and resume points stay accurate in your Jellyfin dashboard.

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EPG 24-hour clock (Android TV)

All EPG time displays across the Live TV browser, mini guide overlay, catch-up view, and passive EPG panel now respect your device's 24-hour clock setting.

Benefit

Times appear in the format you prefer, consistently, everywhere in the guide.

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EPG reliability improvements

Unified date parsing across GridStreamr and Xtream EPG models fixes edge-case timestamp mismatches from some providers. Catch-up URL generation is more accurate and shared playlist timezone offsets are now passed through correctly to third-party players.

Benefit

Fewer missing guide entries and more reliable catch-up playback, especially for providers with non-standard timezone settings.

trending_upImprovements

  • Other small improvements.

v2.1.8

June 18, 2026

MobileAndroid TV

trending_upImprovements

  • Improved multi-select action bar positioning on iOS and Android — the bar now sits correctly above the system gesture nav bar in both portrait and landscape.
  • Android TV home screen now restores D-pad focus to the correct dashboard card after switching playlists.
  • Other small improvements.

v2.1.7

June 13, 2026

MobileAndroid TV

starNew Features

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Jellyfin integration — browse your self-hosted library (Premium)

Connect your Jellyfin server in Settings → Jellyfin. Your full movie and series library appears in the dedicated Jellyfin tab with Continue Watching and Next Up rows at the top so you always pick up where you left off.

Benefit

Your personal media collection lives alongside your IPTV content in one app, with no need to switch between players.

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Rich metadata for Jellyfin movies and series

Every Jellyfin title gets its full detail page: poster, backdrop, synopsis, cast and crew, genres, release year, content rating, and audience score — all sourced directly from your Jellyfin server.

Benefit

Browse your library the way a streaming service intends, not as a bare filename list.

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Full subtitle and audio track support for Jellyfin

Jellyfin subtitle tracks — embedded and external — are listed in the subtitle menu. Tap to select a language and GridStreamr fetches the SRT file on demand (lazy loading). Switch audio tracks mid-playback just like with Xtream content.

Benefit

Subtitles and language preferences work exactly as you'd expect, even for libraries with dozens of subtitle tracks per title.

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Jellyfin home card on Android TV

The Android TV home screen now features a dedicated Jellyfin card. Navigate to it with your remote and browse your movie and series libraries using the same lean-back ten-foot UI the TV app was built for. Jellyfin credentials are read from your account — no re-entry on the TV needed.

Benefit

Your self-hosted library is one remote click away on the big screen.

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MultiView: watch up to four streams at once (Premium)

Open MultiView from the live TV player by tapping the grid icon. Pick up to four channels and watch them in a 2×2 split-screen layout. Tap a pane to focus it and hear its audio; the others mute automatically. Rearrange streams by long-pressing a pane.

Benefit

Perfect for sports with multiple pitch angles, monitoring news channels simultaneously, or keeping an eye on four feeds without switching back and forth.

trending_upImprovements

  • Jellyfin and MultiView are Premium-only features. A 7-day free trial is available inside the app.
  • Watch progress for Jellyfin content syncs via your GridStreamr account, matching the existing behaviour for Xtream and Smart Collections.
  • Other small improvements.

v2.1.1

May 29, 2026

MobileAndroid TV

starNew Features

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Parental Controls with Smart Collection PIN

Set a 4-digit account PIN in Settings → Parental Controls, then choose which Smart Collections require it before they can be opened.

Benefit

Keep adult or sensitive libraries behind a PIN so kids and guests cannot browse them by accident.

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PIN protection on mobile and Android TV

Protected Smart Collections prompt for your PIN when opened on iOS, Android, and Android TV. Lock badges make protected collections easy to spot in your library.

Benefit

The same protection follows you from phone to the big screen without extra setup.

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Continue Watching respects parental locks

Titles from PIN-protected collections stay hidden in Continue Watching until you unlock that collection in the current session.

Benefit

In-progress playback from restricted libraries does not leak onto Home before you enter your PIN.

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Forgot your PIN? Reset after account verification

If you forget your PIN on TV, open GridStreamr on your phone, go to Settings → Parental Controls → Reset PIN, and verify your account to choose a new one.

Benefit

Recover access without losing your protected collections or starting over.

trending_upImprovements

  • Other small improvements.

v2.1.0

May 26, 2026

Mobile

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Hide watched titles in Smart Collections

Filter movies and series in Smart Collections to exclude entries you have already watched, using watch status synced from Trakt when connected.

Benefit

Spend less time scrolling past titles you have finished and focus on what is still on your list.

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Richer Xtream movie and series browsing

Browse Xtream movies and series with new metadata—genre, release date, country, language, cast, and director—and filter your libraries using these attributes.

Benefit

Find the right title faster instead of scrolling through an undifferentiated catalog.

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Clearer content ratings

Star and content ratings are displayed and handled more consistently across movie and series lists.

Benefit

Quickly gauge quality and suitability before you press play.

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More resilient playback

The player now recovers more gracefully from playback errors and handles Smart Collection entries and playback overrides more reliably.

Benefit

Fewer dead ends when a stream hiccups—GridStreamr tries to get you back to watching.

trending_upImprovements

  • Other small improvements.

v2.0.9

May 24, 2026

Mobile

starNew Features

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Password recovery and account security

Reset a forgotten password from the sign-in screen and update your password from Settings when you are signed in.

Benefit

Get back into your account without support, and keep your login details up to date.

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DASH playback on Android

Android playback now supports DASH streams where your source provides them, expanding compatibility with modern IPTV delivery formats.

Benefit

More streams play natively on Android without workarounds.

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Continue Watching progress on Home

Movies and series in Continue Watching now show playback progress on home cards and hero cards, so you can see at a glance how far you got.

Benefit

Pick up exactly where you left off without opening each title first.

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Xtream account expiry at a glance

Xtream account cards now show subscription expiry when your provider exposes it, with a clear fallback when the date is unknown.

Benefit

Know when a line is due to renew before it stops working.

trending_upImprovements

  • Smoother M3U migration when building and updating Smart Collections.
  • Other small improvements.

v2.0.8

May 22, 2026

Mobile

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Trakt.tv scrobbling

Connect your Trakt account to automatically scrobble movies and series you watch in GridStreamr. Configure scrobbling preferences in Settings, including an option to scrobble on Wi‑Fi only.

Benefit

Keep your Trakt watch history in sync without manual check-ins.

trending_upImprovements

  • Other small improvements.

v2.0.7

May 16, 2026

Mobile

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EPG reliability and detail

More reliable guide data and programme details, including better handling of encoded sources and catch-up when your provider supports it.

Benefit

Cleaner guides and richer context where your source allows.

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Smart Collections improvements

General improvements across Smart Collections for a smoother day-to-day experience.

Benefit

Easier to maintain and browse your curated libraries.

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Quick channel change in fullscreen

While watching live TV fullscreen, swipe up for the next channel and down for the previous.

Benefit

Channel surf faster without leaving the player.

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App language (beta)

Choose your app language in Settings. Localisation is still expanding—please report any translation issues so we can prioritise fixes.

Benefit

Use GridStreamr in the language you prefer, with more locales on the way.

v2.0.6

May 15, 2026

Mobile

starNew Features

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TimeShift for live TV (Premium)

Premium users can open TimeShift right from live TV player controls, browse past programmes by day inside your archive window, and watch in the same player with scrubbing and instant return to live. GridStreamr builds the timeshift URL for you.

Benefit

Never miss big moments—rewind the guide and replay what aired when your provider exposes catch-up archive.

trending_upImprovements

  • Premium only. Archive coverage comes from your IPTV provider—GridStreamr shows TimeShift only when archive metadata exists for that channel.

v2.0.5

May 9, 2026

Mobile

starNew Features

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Rebranding Linked Playlists to Smart Collections

The feature previously called Linked Playlists is now Smart Collections everywhere in the app, matching the curated collections you build, sort, and share.

Benefit

Clearer naming that lines up with how you use merged sources and shared lineups.

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Uplifted limits on Smart Collections entries for Premium users

Premium subscribers get higher caps on Smart Collection entries so large curated lineups stay within reach.

Benefit

Room for bigger collections without bumping into limits as quickly.

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Sort Smart Collections to match your preferences

New sorting options let you order your Smart Collections the way you like to browse them.

Benefit

Your library reflects your priorities, not a single fixed order.

v2.0.4

April 2026

Mobile

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AI credits replace API keys: buy in-app from $0.99 for 500 credits

GridStreamr-hosted AI now runs on credits you purchase in the app, starting at $0.99 USD for 500 credits (in-app purchase; regional pricing may vary). Bring-your-own OpenAI and Gemini API keys are no longer used for AI. Spend credits to uplift metadata and enrich the movies, series, and live channels in your smart collections - without managing third-party API keys or quotas.

Benefit

Predictable, pay-as-you-go AI with full enrichment and metadata cleanup through credits - no key setup, no external billing to juggle.

trending_upImprovements

  • A clearer, credit-based path to AI for everyone who used the previous bring-your-own-key flow.

v2.0.3

April 23, 2026

Mobile

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AI assigns Global EPG to your live channels (Premium)

For Premium users, AI features also include automatic assignment of GridStreamr’s global EPG to your live channels. Configure your OpenAI or Gemini API key in Settings so the feature is available.

Benefit

Richer program guide data across more of your live lineup with less manual EPG mapping.

trending_upImprovements

  • Improved upgrade notification screen.
  • Additional small fixes and stability improvements.

v2.0.2

April 2026

Mobile

starNew Features

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AI Live Channels Enrichment introduced

GridStreamr introduced AI-powered enrichment for smart collection live channels. Users can configure their own Gemini or OpenAI provider, add their API key in settings, and run enrichment flows directly from smart collection entries.

Benefit

Channel cleanup becomes dramatically faster. You can standardize names, enrich metadata, and prepare large smart collections with far less manual work.

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AI review flow, filters, and reset actions

The smart collection enrichment experience gained dedicated review tooling, better acceptance logic, AI-specific filters, and the ability to reset AI enrichment on selected entries when you want to try again or revert decisions.

Benefit

You stay in control of AI suggestions instead of applying changes blindly, making enrichment safer and easier to manage at scale.

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Logo discovery and smarter acceptance

AI enrichment was expanded to retrieve channel logo URLs and support user acceptance of discovered logos alongside other suggested metadata updates.

Benefit

Large playlists look more polished faster, with less time spent manually hunting for missing channel artwork.

bug_reportBug Fixes

  • Improved premium access checks and visibility rules around AI enrichment so the right actions appear for the right users.
  • Fixed several UX and null-safety edge cases in smart collection enrichment, entries pages, and related flows.

trending_upImprovements

  • Improved smart collection layouts, loading states, and content visibility across playlist, smart collection, and Xtream landing screens.
  • Added a username prompt in the drawer for users who have not configured sharing yet, making onboarding smoother.

v2.0.1

April 2026

Mobile

bug_reportBug Fixes

  • Fixed early post-2.0 issues reported after the major redesign shipped.
  • Improved reliability for smart collections, metadata actions, and account-backed sync behaviors.

trending_upImprovements

  • Applied targeted UI refinements across the new 2.0 experience to smooth out rough edges from the first release.
  • Delivered stability improvements that prepared the groundwork for the AI and smart collection enhancements that followed in 2.0.2.

v2.0.0

April 2026

Mobile

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Fully refreshed experience

A broad UI and UX overhaul across home, smart collections, and settings - faster flows, clearer hierarchy, and a more premium feel aligned with the direction of our TV apps for a consistent cross-device ecosystem.

Benefit

The app feels quicker and easier to navigate, with visuals and interactions that match how you actually use playlists day to day.

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TMDB: bring your own API key (Premium)

Your TMDB API key can sync securely with your account so metadata stays available across devices. Add your key in Settings → General; Premium is required for TMDB discovery and enrichment. GridStreamr does not issue TMDB keys.

Benefit

Rich posters, descriptions, and metadata for movies and series in smart collections - under your TMDB account and their terms.

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Smarter M3U and playlist structure

Smart Collections distinguish M3U and Xtream sources and surface clearer structure for content - live TV, movies, and series - with improved metadata and counts so large libraries stay organized.

Benefit

Less manual cleanup: imports are easier to reason about, browse, and curate whether your source is M3U or Xtream.

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Resume playback and cross-device sync

Continue watching is improved for movies and series, with progress synced through your GridStreamr account - including when you move between phone and Android TV while signed in.

Benefit

Pick up where you left off without hunting for your place in a series or film.

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OpenSubtitles: subtitle search and download (Premium)

Search and download subtitles directly within the player using your OpenSubtitles account. Subtitles are matched against your currently playing content and available in dozens of languages. Sign in with your OpenSubtitles username and password in Settings → General.

Benefit

Watch movies and series with accurate subtitles in your language - fetched on demand without leaving the app.

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Android playback upgrades

Android builds adopt a more robust playback foundation on phones and tablets.

Benefit

Smoother, more dependable playback on Android as we align with the same stack used for the living room.

v1.0.12

March 2026

Mobile

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TMDB integration (Premium)

GridStreamr supports integration with The Movie Database (TMDB) for Smart Collections. Add your free TMDB API key in Settings → General; GridStreamr does not issue third-party keys.

Benefit

Optional richer posters and metadata for movies and series when you connect your own TMDB account - on your terms and under TMDB’s policies.

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M3U Playlists in Smart Collections

Import static M3U playlists directly into Smart Collections. Convert any M3U playlist into Xtream-compatible credentials that work in IPTV apps like TiviMate, VLC, and Kodi.

Benefit

No more manually managing huge M3U files. Use GridStreamr as your playlist engine to organize, split, and share M3U content through Xtream credentials.

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M3U → Xtream Conversion

Transform regular M3U playlists into Xtream login details. Many IPTV apps handle Xtream logins better than raw M3U files, especially for large playlists.

Benefit

Use your M3U content in any Xtream-compatible app. Generate shareable access for friends and family without exposing your source.

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EPG for M3U Smart Collections

Attach EPG guides to your M3U-based Smart Collections. Better navigation and channel browsing for content sourced from M3U playlists.

Benefit

Get full program guide data for M3U channels, making large playlists easier to browse and discover content.

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Curate & Share M3U Playlists

Create smaller themed lists (Sports, Movies, Kids) from large M3U sources. Split massive playlists into shareable curated collections.

Benefit

Manage 50k+ channel M3U playlists by organizing them into focused Smart Collections you can share or use in external players.

v1.0.11

Late February 2026

Mobile

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Custom EPG Channel Configuration Expanded

Assign custom EPG data to your Smart Collections or reconfigure your existing XTREAM lists from a global catalog of over 50,000 channels worldwide.

Benefit

Gives you unmatched flexibility and control over your program guide, ensuring you always have accurate information.

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EPG Notification Alerts (Premium Feature)

Configure personalized notifications based on your viewing preferences, such as live games of your favorite team.

Benefit

Never miss important programs again. Real-time alerts keep you informed of upcoming content tailored to your tastes.

bug_reportBug Fixes

  • Fixed an issue with EPG UTC to local timezone conversion, ensuring program schedules are now accurately displayed based on each user’s local time.

v1.0.10

February 2026

Mobile

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GridStreamr Global EPG

Access the new GridStreamr Global EPG source, featuring hundreds of integrated EPG sources to provide you with the most comprehensive program guide possible. This configuration is specifically designed for your Smart Collection channels.

Benefit

Ensures your curated content is always accompanied by accurate, high-quality program data, maximizing your viewing options across hundreds of channels.

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Enhanced Smart Collections Experience

A complete overhaul of the Smart Collections interface designed for clarity and speed. We've streamlined the way you curate, view, and share your favorite content.

Benefit

Makes managing your curated collections feel premium and effortless, helping you better understand and showcase the capabilities of Smart Collections.

v1.0.7, v1.0.8, v1.0.9

January - February 2026

Mobile

trending_upImprovements

  • Minor performance improvements across all platforms
  • Enhanced stability and faster startup times
  • Various bug fixes and UI refinements

v1.0.6

January 2026

Mobile

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Username/User Tag Configuration

Configure your own custom username or user tag directly from the side menu. This unique identifier allows other GridStreamr users to find and share content with you easily.

Benefit

Enables seamless content sharing between users. Once configured, your username/tag becomes your sharing address, making it simple for friends and family to send you curated playlists and content without needing to exchange complex credentials or links.

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Direct Playlist Sharing

Share your Smart Collections directly with other GridStreamr users by entering their username or user tag. No need for external links or manual configuration.

Benefit

Streamlines the sharing process by allowing direct user-to-user playlist sharing. Perfect for sharing curated content collections with friends, family, or community members. The recipient receives the shared playlist instantly and can add it to their collection with a single tap.

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Universal Reach - External Player Support

Export and share your curated Smart Collections with any external media player that supports XTREAM Codes API or M3U playlist formats. Your playlists work seamlessly with popular players like VLC, Kodi, TiviMate, and many others.

Benefit

Expands your streaming options beyond GridStreamr. Whether you prefer a specific player on your smart TV, want to use GridStreamr as a playlist manager for other apps, or need to share playlists with users who don't have GridStreamr installed, Universal Reach ensures your curated content is accessible everywhere.

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Real-time Notifications

Receive instant push notifications when another user shares a Smart Collection with you. Notifications appear in real-time, keeping you informed of new shared content immediately.

Benefit

Ensures you never miss shared content. Instead of manually checking for new playlists, you'll be notified instantly when someone shares content with you. This makes collaboration and content discovery effortless, especially useful for communities or groups sharing curated playlists.

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Improved Smart Collections UX

Enhanced user experience for adding content to Smart Collections. Simply long press on any category, channel, movie, or series to quickly add it to your Smart Collections without navigating through multiple menus.

Benefit

Significantly speeds up playlist curation workflow. The long press gesture provides quick access to playlist management actions, reducing the number of taps needed to organize content. This intuitive interaction makes building and maintaining your perfect streaming lineup faster and more enjoyable.

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