NOVA Video Player: Your All-in-One Android Video Solution
NOVA Video Player is a powerful, open-source video player for Android phones, tablets, and TVs. Boasting broad video format support and hardware-accelerated decoding, it seamlessly integrates with diverse media sources, including local storage and network servers (SMB, FTP, WebDAV). Its intuitive interface, especially its TV-optimized "leanback" mode, coupled with features like AC3/DTS passthrough and 3D support, makes it a top choice for media consumption. A standout feature is its automatic retrieval of movie and TV show information, complete with posters and backdrops, enhancing your media browsing experience.
Key Features:
- Universal Playback: Plays videos from computers, servers, NAS devices, and external USB storage, unifying all sources into a single, easily navigable library. Automatic retrieval of movie and TV show details, posters, and backdrops included.
- High-Performance Playback: Hardware-accelerated decoding for optimal performance on most devices and video formats. Supports multiple audio tracks, subtitles, and a wide range of file types.
- TV-Optimized Interface: Features a dedicated leanback UI for Android TV, AC3/DTS passthrough (hardware dependent), 3D support, Audio Boost, and Night Mode.
- Flexible Browsing: Quickly access recently played and added videos. Browse movies by title, genre, year, duration, or rating, and TV shows by season. Folder browsing is also supported.
User Tips:
- Utilize the automatic online information retrieval for effortless access to movie and TV show details and artwork.
- Experiment with different audio and subtitle options to personalize your viewing experience.
- Leverage the TV-friendly features like Audio Boost and Night Mode for enhanced immersion.
Getting Started:
- Download & Install: Download NOVA Video Player from the Google Play Store or other app stores and install it on your Android device.
- Launch: Open the app. Initial launch may take some time to scan and index local videos.
- Add Sources: Use the settings menu to add network shares, NAS, or web-based video sources via SMB, FTP, or WebDAV.
- Customize: Adjust video output, subtitle settings, and playback preferences to suit your needs.
- Play: Select a video to begin playback. Use the in-app controls to manage your viewing session.
- Explore Features: Utilize features like Audio Boost and Night Mode.
- Subtitles: Search for and download subtitles directly within the app (if required).
- Troubleshooting: Consult the app's FAQ or online community forums for assistance with any problems.
- Updates: Keep the app updated for the latest features and performance improvements.
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