new alpha version, new forums, more invites
we have just released a new alpha version of boxee for mac.
if you’re already an alpha user we highly recommend to upgrade your current version (go to http://app.boxee.tv/download).
the new version includes many bug fixes and some new functionality (details below).
we have also opened community forums for alpha users to discuss features, bugs, ideas or life in general. you’re all welcome to join the discussion.
last but not least. we are sending out more invites today.
if you want to make sure you are on the list just leave a comment on this post or send me an email directly to tsella [at] boxee [dot] tv
what’s in the new version:
- many, many, many fixes and tweaks (see list below) – thank you all for keeping our support guys from going on coffee breaks
- DVD playback is now working. now when there is a disc in the drive a new icon will appear on the boxee menu, and you can click it to play your DVDs (please make sure to disable auto-playback of DVD in your Mac settings before you insert a disc while boxee is running)
- a movie-trailer application from xbmc (you will need to delete your profile for this to show up, sorry. please see the forum thread explaining how to do this)
- added support for Apple-Tab for switching between boxee and other application. first time boxee will go to Windowed mode, and next allows application switching.
known issues:
- muxtape script no longer working as of June 30th due to web site changes (we need to talk with justin..)
- logoff is temporarily disabled, please exit and restart boxee if you wish to switch profile, sorry
list of fixed issues:
- improved stability (thanks to all those who sent in their crash logs!
- resolved several issues with Python scripting engine
- significantly improved boxee exit times
- media items from youtube, CNN, etc. can now be recommended to friends
- fixed instances where thumbnails would not load properly
- improved Apple Remote navigation
- fixed Lyrics for music coming from Internet Music > Audio Channels
- fixed “More Info” button on audio and video streams
- fixed Private flagged content indexing (don’t worry, another bug made it work just right in the interim)
- fixed several typos, thank you eagle eyed friends!
- mouse is now disabled by default
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I would like to join the alpha, please.
Thanks.
I would also like to join the alpha release please.
Me too, please.
I’d love to be in the alpha!
I would really love to be part of the alpha. Thanks!
PLEASE – I loved seeing it at the HOW Design Conference. I would love to test it.
Following you on Twitter too.
As a long time XBMC user, I would love to have the opportunity to try out Boxee! Please make sure I am on the alpha invite list.
when is this alpha coming out? i missed the first batch but am keen to see this in action
Yep – since I’m still searching for _the_ media center and not really happy with FR and not got the grip on XBMC yet, I would love to check out what boxee is – and contribute if possible, I’ve registered but not got access yet. So please sign me up.
been looking for a media center app for a while and not found the perfect solution. would love to try boxee, and be part of the alpha
Would enjoy testing the mac version.
I signed up for an invite, but just leaving a comment reminder. Thanks!
alpha? why yes please.
Hello, How do I get you guys to add a podcast for me?
Eager to try the mac version!
thanks!
i should probably point out, after getting this a few times on email requests: the queue for joining the alpha is weeks (!!) long if you have just signed up on our website.
i arbitrarily invite people based on personal mail & blog comments (i prefer the latter) so the more interested can get a chance sooner rather than later.
OK – so I will try to be first in the beauty contest;
Again – me looking for the good living room solution.
My mini is alone on my brand new Sony ES receiver and connected to a 42″ Aquos. The Mini contains all my photos, my music and my soon my all my DVD movies.
I’m very interested in what this social stuff can do with my living room.
Since time is limited ease of use and no hazzle is important, I have high demands on quality and that things shall contribute and make my life easier (and others).
I spend my days at mobile phone company in the UI design area.
Sign me up please.
Please sign me up!
I can’t seem to find the Movie Trailer app… I downloaded the most recent alpha build and killed my profile folder. No love when it was recreated. Any other tips? Thanks!
I’m a big fan and user of XBMC on my Xbox and recently started playing with XBMC on the Mac when I got my intel based machine for work. I want to evaluate Boxee to decide if I want to get a Mac Mini as an upgrade to my XBOX.
When can we realistically expect the linux version to come out? I have been a loyal MythTV user but am VERY excited at the prospect of adding social tools to boxee. I utilize just about every app boxee interfaces with. I have been very frustrated with the lack of support for audioscrobbling in MythMusic and look forward to that the most.
@dave zatz – please see http://forum.boxee.tv/showthread.php?t=66, also, make sure you have the latest version installed (which actually contains the reference to the movie trailer plugin).
in the upcoming version we will have a facility to add/remove plugins directly from within boxee.
@gino (and all others who requested invites in this thread), i know you’re happy
@cptvitamin – (any relation to venerable cptspiff?) you’ll be happy soon, too.
I would love to evaluate Boxee and see how it compares to XBMC on the Mac. I’m excited to see how it works and where it’s headed. Thanks for all the hard work!
I cannot wait to try this out. Thanks!
Any chance to get a alpha version of Boxee? I have signed up at our website a few weekes ago, but still no luck! As a current XBMC-user, I would really like to try it out on my mac.
Hi I’m looking to apply to be a part of the alpha testing? I’ve submitted my email already through the home page http://www..
I am in depresion I need a picker upper please send me an invite for boxee. now
at last the information i needed thank you.