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New social features further Plex’s evolution from media server business

… Plex’s evolution The new capabilities highlight Plex’s focus on features that go beyond its media server business. In 2019, Plex started offering free ad-supported streaming television FAST channels. …

Jun 3, 2026 · Scharon Harding

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Plex's 200% Lifetime Pass price hike tries forcing users to another subscription

… A Lifetime Plex Pass allows you to stream from your own Plex Media Server to a device connected to your own network, to stream from the server remotely, and to allow others to stream remotely from your server. When first launched in 2012, a Lifetime Plex Pass was $75. …

May 19, 2026 · Scharon Harding