NymphCast – Libre Multicast DNS Media Streaming to Any Device
NymphCast is a software solution that allows users to stream audio and video to various devices over a network. It supports multiple usage scenarios, including audio-only and video playback modes, and can be controlled via client devices. The project is currently in development, with version 0.1 stable and version 0.2 on the way, featuring various functionalities and experimental features.
- ▪NymphCast enables streaming of audio and video from client devices or media servers to receivers.
- ▪The server application requires specific network ports to be accessible for proper functionality.
- ▪The project includes multiple components, such as the NymphCast Server and NymphCast Player, designed for various platforms.
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| Original publisher | GitHub |
| Canonical URL | https://github.com/MayaPosch/NymphCast |
| Publication time | Mon, 25 May 2026 01:49:17 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-25T02:07:35.197Z |
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Repository Structure · Getting Started · Multi-Room Playback · Building From Source · Developer's Guide · SDK · License · Donate What is NymphCast? NymphCast is a software solution which turns your choice of hardware into an audio and video source for a television or (powered) speakers. It enables the streaming of audio and video over the network from a client device or media server, as well as the streaming of internet media to a NymphCast server, controlled by a client device, or directly on the receiver. In addition, the server supports NymphCast apps (currently in preview status) written in AngelScript to extend the overall NymphCast functionality with e.g. 3rd party audio / video streaming protocol support on the server side, and customisable UIs in the client application.
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