Plex is known more as a media streaming platform than as a competitor to services like Netflix, Hulu, etc. But with many streaming services now trying to reach their devices, some have started offering free content in order to attract them. people in. Plex is now entering the live TV game by bringing over 80 channels to your device. However, what sets it apart is that it is offering these channels not only in the US, but to all of the more than 220 countries where it is available.
Plex has been quite a useful platform to not only watch all your media, but even to broadcast live TV through the Plex antenna, a tuner, and a Plex Pass subscription. But now they are expanding their offerings by bringing free movies on demand, live local TV and more than 80 live TV channels. Its offerings cover genres such as news, sports, classic TV, comedy shows, children’s shows, game shows, entertainment, LGBTQ content, etc.
However, don’t expect to get channels and shows that are “big names.” Most of the popular channels probably have their own streaming service anyway. You have channels like Reuters, Bob Ross Channel, Cooking Panda, IGN TV, AFV Family, Deal or No Deal, Made In Hollywood, etc. There are also channels that are thematic like Law & Crime Trial Network, Retro Crush, Game Show Central, etc.
You will see all of these channels in a new section on Plex called “Live TV on Plex”. You’ll see the usual channel grid so you can see what’s currently on and what’s to come in the next few hours. They said they will eventually integrate free live channels with their current line of live TV that allows subscribers to record them. However, free live TV shows are for watching only and not for recording or saving.
Plex says they can offer these live channels for free through programmatic advertising, as well as with their on-demand movies and TV library. Channels are now being rolled out in the US and in other international markets where Plex is available.
