NOVA Video Player: Your All-in-One Android Video Solution
NOVA Video Player is a powerful, open-source video player for Android phones, tablets, and TVs. Supporting a vast array of video formats and boasting features like hardware-accelerated decoding, network streaming, and subtitle integration, NOVA excels at consolidating your media library. It seamlessly integrates videos from diverse sources – local storage, network shares (SMB, FTP, WebDAV), and more – into a single, easily navigable collection. A dedicated TV interface, complete with AC3/DTS passthrough and 3D support, enhances the viewing experience on larger screens. The automatic retrieval of movie and TV show information, including posters and artwork, adds a polished touch to media browsing.
Key Features:
- Universal Playback: Play videos from computers, servers, NAS devices, and external USB drives. NOVA unifies your media library, automatically fetching descriptions, posters, and backdrops.
- High-Performance Playback: Hardware-accelerated decoding ensures smooth playback for most devices and formats. Enjoy multi-audio tracks, multi-subtitle support, and broad file format compatibility.
- Optimized for TV: The intuitive leanback interface, AC3/DTS passthrough (hardware dependent), 3D support, Audio Boost, and Night Mode make NOVA ideal for Android TV users.
- Flexible Browsing: Quickly access recently played and added videos. Browse movies by name, genre, year, duration, or rating; browse TV shows by season; and utilize folder browsing for ultimate control.
User Tips:
- Leverage the automatic online retrieval of movie and TV show details for an enhanced viewing experience.
- Explore the various audio and subtitle options for personalized viewing.
- Utilize TV-friendly features like Audio Boost and Night Mode for optimal comfort.
Getting Started:
- Download and Install: Obtain NOVA Video Player from the Google Play Store or other app stores.
- Initial Scan: Launch the app. Allow time for the initial scan of your local storage.
- Add Sources: In the settings, add network shares, NAS drives, or web-based sources using SMB, FTP, or WebDAV.
- Customize Settings: Adjust video output, subtitle preferences, and playback controls to your liking.
- Play Your Videos: Select a video and use the in-app controls.
- Explore Features: Experiment with Audio Boost, Night Mode, and other advanced options.
- Subtitle Support: Download subtitles directly within the app.
- Troubleshooting: Consult the app's FAQ or online community for assistance.
- Stay Updated: Keep your app updated for bug fixes and new features.
