What’s new in NowSignage app version 5.4.1.
⚠️ Platform Coverage
- EU platform (secure.nowsignage)
- ME/South East platform (secure.ap-southeast-1)
This release supports updates for:
- Android (version 8+ strongly advised)
- Windows,
- macOS,
- Linux,
- LG WebOS 6.0,
- BrightSign Series 3, 4, 5, 6
- Samsung Tizen: 4.0+
⭐⭐ New Features ⭐⭐
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HDMI input on LG WebOS 6.0 displays
Compatible LG displays can now show an HDMI input source as part of your signage content. This allows you to include external feeds from connected devices, such as set-top boxes.
Requirements: An LG display running webOS Signage 6.0 or later. HDMI input is not supported on earlier webOS Signage versions.
📘 Knowledge Guide:
https://knowledgebase.nowsignage.com/how-to-set-up-hdmi-input-zones-on-lg-webos-6.0
⭐⭐ Updates & Enhancements ⭐⭐
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More reliable content downloads on Unstable Networks
- All Operating Systems.
We’ve enhanced content download capabilities to better support devices/sites with poor or unstable network connections. These enhancements help content download more reliably during periods of intermittent connectivity, so your screens can stay up to date even in challenging network conditions.
📘 Knowledge Guide:
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Remote app upgrades on Samsung Tizen 4.0, 5.0.
The Upgrade App command is now supported through NS Remote Device Management (RDM) on:
- Samsung Tizen 4.0
- Samsung Tizen 5.0
This update extends remote app upgrades through NowSignage RDM to the full range of supported Samsung Tizen versions.
⚠️ Action required:
Manually upgrade each device to NowSignage app version 5.4.1+ first. Once that version is installed, future app upgrades can be carried out remotely through RDM in NowSignage.
📘 Knowledge Guide:
https://knowledgebase.nowsignage.com/nowsignage-remote-device-management-rdm
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Remote app upgrades on Windows devices
The Upgrade App command is now supported through Remote Device Management (RDM)
⚠️ Action required: Manually upgrade each device to NowSignage app version 5.4.1+ first. Once that version is installed, future app upgrades can be carried out remotely through RDM in NowSignage.
📘 Knowledge Guide:
https://knowledgebase.nowsignage.com/nowsignage-remote-device-management-rdm
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4K video playback on Amino devices
The NowSignage app now uses the native video player on Amino devices. This brings support for 4K video playback, so you can make full use of high-resolution content on compatible Amino hardware. Content is played through the device’s own built-in video player, making the most of the hardware’s native playback capabilities.
⚠️ Amino offers several devices capable of 4K UHD playback, including the H200/H200W enterprise players. Capabilities vary by model, so the device’s specifications should be checked before deploying 4K content. Amino device range
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Show the date in the Clock widget
The Clock widget can now display the date alongside the time. This means you can show both the current date and time from a single widget without needing to add and position a separate element on your layout. It’s a simple way to keep screens feeling current and useful for customers and staff alike.
📘 Knowledge Guide:
https://knowledgebase.nowsignage.com/how-to-add-the-clock-widget-to-a-screen
⭐⭐ Bug Fixes ⭐⭐
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Empty playlists no longer cause playback issues
We’ve fixed an issue where a playlist with no assigned content could disrupt playback. Players now handle empty playlists without interruption, improving playback reliability when a playlist has no content to display.
Please see our installation guides for more details on how to update your hardware to the latest app version.
As always, if you have any questions about this update or need help with anything, get in touch with our support team.