New website launched by Plex, direct casting to Chromecast Supported

Ples certainly has responded pretty quickly when it comes to updating apps and services to play nicer with the things we buy. Not long ago their Plex Pass app updated giving everyone with a Plex Pass account the ability to cast to their Chromecast devices. It had an issue, but they quickly jumped in resolved it with a media server update. Now they have gone and launched a brand new website that not only looks dramatically better than the previous interface, but also offers in direct casting as well.

The new design also comes with a new domain. You will definitely want to bookmark www.plex.tv . It loads much faster than the old online version. The sidebar lists out the various servers you have been granted access to by your friends and family and lists the titles of what is shared. Once inside it will have a very familiar look if you have a Google TV. With all the menu options hidden just off screen. You will also find a slick little “cast” button up at the top right.

A great new site design and one that was a little overdue really. While I adore my Chromecast and Plex partnership, being locked in with my phone wasn’t always ideal. I am very happy to see the web version get a big revamp. If you have Plex, again, be sure to check out the new site at www.plex.tv.

Via: Derek Ross