Beamer
Beamer is a video streaming utility for macOS that lets users stream video files from their Mac to Apple TV, Chromecast, and other AirPlay 2-compatible devices without requiring format conversion or manual library management. It handles a wide variety of video formats (MKV, AVI, MOV, MP4, and more), supports embedded and external subtitles, and includes remote control functionality for playback control on the TV. The app is popular with users who want to play less-common video formats on their television without going through iTunes or Apple's built-in tools.
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1 suggestionBeamer 3 (the Intel-only version) has been effectively abandoned by its original developer Tupil. However, the app was acquired and is now actively maintained by Softorino, who released Beamer 4 with a modern native interface and continued support. If you are running the old Beamer 3, you should upgrade to Beamer 4, which is distributed as part of Softorino's Universal License. Beamer 4 is free to download and try, with a full license available for $35 USD (or $1 if you already own Beamer 3). The Universal License gives you access to Beamer 4 and all other Softorino apps on your Mac. Visit softorino.com to download Beamer 4 and activate your license. This upgrade is important because the Intel-only Beamer 3 will stop working entirely when Apple removes Rosetta 2 in macOS 28 (September 2028).
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