Native browser renderer for Pi4 and Pi5, now with scripting

The Embeddable Browser package has been updated to version 129.2. It now has more than 10 additional transitions effects. You currently need to install the latest testing release of the OS to use those effects. The current stable release has a bug that results in wrong colors, so most effects are disabled there. You can switch a device to testing by navigating to the device’s detail page, then click on Manage… in the top right corner and select “Activate testing channel…” and confirm. The device will reboot and you’re ready to try out all effects.

The package also got the ability to add videos and images to the playlist using the dropdown next to Add webpage…. So it can mostly replace the older HD Image/Video player package in most cases.

Finally it uses the new way of receiving scheduling settings. This not only enables you to fully schedule individual items in its playlist, but also embed playlists using items with schedules.

Here are two of the new effects as a teaser.

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