Mobile appmediamobileserver

Self-hosted media server remote

Create a better mobile interface for Plex/Jellyfin that works offline.

Why now

Media server users need better mobile controls while traveling.

Who for
Home media server users
Business model
One-time purchase
Effort
A few weeks

Current media server apps don't handle intermittent connectivity well and have clunky mobile UIs.

A dedicated mobile client could cache media data and offer smoother navigation for home servers.

Power users would pay for a premium experience over free apps.

MVP: Basic remote control with offline viewing of server library.

Risk: Open-source alternatives might catch up.

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