distance Several months Pregnancy, Infuse 7 is finally available and the big news is the emergence of a macOS version that complements iOS and tvOS versions. Compatible with Mac Intel / Mac M1 and is provided in an international version at Mac app store, Mac software depends on iPad mate; However, Firecore studio did things well enough to adapt and optimize the interface to the maximum.
Infuse 7 allows access to videos stored on a Mac, computer, NAS on network, online storage space (Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive …) or another media server such as Plex or Emby. It is also possible to enter a direct URL. Once the files are connected, Infuse does its little things to recover visuals and metadata.
The program also features various playback and subtitle options, with direct access to OpenSubtitles, as well as support for the maximum video formats. And the software is also compatible with display screen for Mac OS. In addition to streaming playback, Infuse can also download videos to PC for offline viewing.
If Infuse is free, a PRO subscription is also offered (0.99 € per month with a free week, 9.99 € per year) as well as a ‘for life’ license of 79.99 €. These plans provide support for more formats, including 4K HDR, AirPlay, Google Cast, Dolby Digital Plus (AC3 / E-AC3), and DTS-HD.
With a subscription, you also get access to iCloud sync that allows you to find the playback point between your different devices: You can start a video Freedom to dispose of the office On a Mac to end it quietly or on an Apple TV at home. Library, settings, and viewing history will also be synced, although it didn’t work for me, possibly due to minor iCloud issues at the moment.