Media Player Apps and Services

Vuze, formerly known as Azureus, is a feature-rich BitTorrent client designed for downloading, managing, and consuming digital content. It provides robust tools for discovering, downloading, and sharing torrents, alongside integrated functionalities for video playback and conversion.

Banshee was a versatile media player and management application that supported various audio and video formats, podcasts, and seamless library organization. It included features like smart playlists, integrated media conversion, and device synchronization.

MPlayer is a highly versatile, free, and open-source multimedia player renowned for its extensive codec support and powerful command-line interface. It can handle a wide array of media formats with minimal system resources.

PotPlayer is a powerful and highly customizable multimedia player for Windows, supporting a vast range of formats and providing advanced features for both casual users and enthusiasts. It offers hardware acceleration, subtitle support, and a lightweight design.

KMPlayer, also known as K-Multimedia Player, is a versatile media player for Windows, Android, and iOS. It supports a vast array of audio and video formats, offering a comprehensive playback experience with advanced features and customization options.

Plex is a comprehensive media server software that organizes your personal media libraries (movies, TV shows, music, photos) and streams them to virtually any device. It combines a powerful server backend with user-friendly client applications, making it easy to access your entertainment wherever you are, both online and offline.

Media Player Classic (MPC) is a free, open-source, and incredibly lightweight media player for Windows. Renowned for its minimalist interface and robust playback capabilities, MPC supports a vast array of audio and video formats directly without needing external codecs.

Winamp is a versatile media player known for its extensive format support, customizable interface, and robust library management. It provides a classic yet powerful platform for enjoying music, videos, and online content, with features like internet radio streaming, podcasting, and various synchronization options.

MPC-HC (Media Player Classic - Home Cinema) is a free and open-source media player for Windows. Renowned for its lightweight nature, extensive format support, and customizable interface, it's a popular choice for users seeking a powerful yet simple video and audio playback solution.

Kodi is a powerful, free, and open-source media player software designed to transform your device into a comprehensive home theater PC. It provides a stunning interface optimized for large screens, allowing you to manage and play virtually all popular types of digital media.

iPhoto was a photo management application developed by Apple for macOS and iOS. It allowed users to import, organize, edit, and share digital photos. Initially part of the iLife suite, it aimed to provide a user-friendly experience for casual photographers.

BlockTech Alexandria is a decentralized, blockchain-based content publishing platform that empowers users to share and discover video, music, and other media peer-to-peer. It prioritizes user privacy, freedom of speech, and offers an ad-free experience.

Documents by Readdle is a powerful file manager, media player, and document viewer for iPhone and iPad. It allows users to organize files, download content, view various document types, listen to music, watch videos, and annotate PDFs all within a single application.

TorrenTV is a lightweight and user-friendly application designed for streaming torrents directly without downloading them first. It offers a convenient way to watch movies and TV shows peer-to-peer with integrated features like AirPlay support and subtitle integration.

QQPlayer is a versatile and powerful media player application for Android, designed to handle a wide array of video and audio formats. It boasts a clean, user-friendly interface and includes a suite of integrated tools for media manipulation, including video conversion, splitting, joining, and image capture, making it more than just a simple player.

Free Opener is a versatile and free utility designed to open a wide array of file types without requiring multiple specialized applications. It acts as a universal viewer for documents, images, media files, archives, and more, simplifying file access for users.

MEGABOX is an Android application offering a vast library of movies and TV shows for online streaming and offline viewing. It leverages torrent technology for efficient access to media content directly on your mobile device.

5KPlayer is a versatile multimedia player that combines the functionalities of a HD video player, music player, AirPlay and DLNA streamer, and online video downloader, compatible with Windows and macOS.

xPud is an extremely lightweight and fast LiveCD/LiveUSB distribution based on Ubuntu Linux. Designed for minimal resource usage and rapid boot times, it provides a portable and web-centric computing environment ideal for older hardware, kiosks, and users prioritizing speed and simplicity. Its small size makes it an excellent choice for quick web browsing, multimedia playback, and basic computing tasks directly from removable media.

nessMediaCenter is a robust media center application for macOS, designed as a comprehensive replacement for the discontinued Front Row. It provides an integrated platform for managing and enjoying various media types including videos, music, photos, and even PDFs. A key capability is its unique support for playing DRM-protected content purchased from iTunes.