Editor's Review
Kodi® media center is an award-winning free and open-source software that serves as a versatile media player and entertainment hub for HTPCs. With its 10-foot user interface, Kodi brings a seamless media viewing experience to the living room, utilizing a remote control for easy navigation. Users can explore videos, photos, podcasts, and music from various sources including local and network storage, optical discs, and the internet. Kodi does not come with pre-loaded content, so users are required to supply their own media or use third-party plugins for additional content access.
Disclaimer: Kodi does not endorse the streaming of copyright-protected material without permission. It is a trademark of the XBMC Foundation, released under the GPLv2.0+ license. Users can contribute to its development through the official forums.
Features
Cross-platform media player
10-foot user interface for living-room experience
Supports various media formats
Easy navigation with a remote control
Customizable with skins and plugins
Open-source with active development
Conforms to copyright laws
Community-driven support
Pros
Versatile media player
Enhances HTPC entertainment experience
Customizable and extensible
Legal content consumption
Regular updates and improvements
Cons
Requires user-provided content
Third-party plugins may vary in quality
