Kodi 19.0 'Matrix': Major Changes, Latest Features That You Need to Watch Out For and MORE

Joen Coronel, Tech Times 21 February 2021, 11:02 pm

Kodi 19.0 'Matrix': Major Changes, Features and MORE — (Photo : KODI) A sneak peek of Kodi 19.0 'Matrix'

With the launch of the KODI 19.0 Matrix, many changes have been carried out together with its new features that will surely catch the attention of the smart home TV lookers. However, will it be available for those who watch through add-ons? Let's find out.

Kodi's New Features and Updates

The new announcement revealed some changes on the smart TV with an improved user interface for their ease of use. Recently, Kodi posted the revamped 'Matrix' edition which now comes with a well-developed playback for the music savvy. It also boasts its much clearer video quality which is available on platforms like Android and Windows 10.

Furthermore, Kodi is also tightening its product security so users will no longer need to worry about the problems deemed to be either intentional or unintentional. However, the announcement could bear weight for those users who rely on addons. Specifically, the addons might not function when they proceed to adopt the Matrix 19.0

According to Techzimo, other features and updates involve channel system enhancements, more optimized performance, and some improvements for the application programming interface (API).

Additionally, you can now protect your web interface by setting a password for security purposes.

"We've finally made the wholesale move to Python 3 and ported our addons across. Much of the community has come with us, so, hopefully, your favorite addons will still function, but we're at the mercy of third-party contributors to update their work," Kodi said.

Issue Behind KODI At Homes

While the software is considered legal in the UK, the way the users use Kodi could leave some answers since it is still a question to many. Through its open-source platform Via, users could take the opportunity to avail themselves of premium and exclusive video content. In this regard, they are not paying any money, so this move will be considered an illegal action.

Last year, authorities warned the users who were illegally utilizing Kodi. According to the Lancashire Constabulary's Cyber Crime Unit, 7,000 users were believed to be engaging in an unlawful act. Moreover, they said that if the illegal users are caught, they could face five-year imprisonment.

The CEO of FACT (Federation Against Copyright Theft) Kieron Sharp said that these scenarios have been alarming. He added that if you are continuously participating in such an instance, you will be held accountable and receive a corresponding punishment.

Kodi has steered away from this illegal streaming in the past year. The free media player said in its blog that they do not condone the piracy that is happening rampantly. In addition, they stated that they only give what is best for all viewers - by not leaning on downloading 'free' and pirated contents.

Furthermore, the XBMC Foundation-developed player said that they have no 'Kodi Box' supplies. They continued that it is possible that suppliers who use third-party hardware might be behind this.

The boxes could come with a Kodi-like feature that can now be used by the users once they get home, Express UK reported.