For those of you who like to live dangerously (if you consider installing alpha quality software to be LIVING ON THE EDGE!!!), then have I got an update to XBMC for you: Codename: Camelot XBMC 9.1 alpha is out for download.
The Good
There are a host of new features in this release, far too many to list here. The highlights are:
- DirectX has replaced OpenGL for Windows
- Numerous skinning engine updates which allow for use of some fancy new skins
- Many improvements to the video player which allow for much smoother playback
- Switch to Core Audio on OSX
- Many VDPAU improvements under linux
- Many platform-specific customizations
- Much Much more. We will be showcasing the new features here on xbmc.org as the final release approaches.
The Bad
- Windows: DirectX runtime and Visual C++ 2008 runtime(x86/x64) are required. The installer will be updated to check for these.
- Windows: ‘Windowed’ shortcut opens in full screen
- Windows: Non-functional brightness/contrast
- Windows: Discs inserted before XBMC is launched may not appear correctly
- Windows: Some videos may not play back as smoothly as on other platforms
- Linux: VDPAU de-interlacing is known to be broken
The Download
Downloads for all platforms at the XBMC Downloads page
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