PS3 Media Server for Mac 1.90.1

PS3 Media Server for Mac is a powerful networking software that allows you to stream or transcode any kind of media files with minimum configuration. It is a DLNA compliant Upnp Media Server designed specifically for the PS3, written in Java, and backed up with the powerful Mplayer/FFmpeg packages. With this software, you can easily access all your media files on your Mac and stream them directly to your PS3 without any hassle.

One of the best things about PS3 Media Server is that it does not require any codec packs to be installed on your system. This means that you can start using it right away without having to worry about compatibility issues or other annoying problems. Additionally, there is no need for folder configuration or pre-parsing – all your folders are directly browsed by the PS3, and there's an automatic refresh feature as well.

Another great feature of this software is its real-time video transcoding via MEncoder. This means that you can watch videos in real-time without having to wait for them to finish transcoding first. Additionally, it supports DVD ISOs images / VIDEO_TS Folder transcoder which makes it easy for you to watch movies from DVDs on your PS3.

PS3 Media Server also supports OGG/FLAC/MPC/APE audio transcoding which means that you can listen to high-quality audio files on your PS3 without any loss in quality. Moreover, basic Xbox360 support makes it possible for Xbox users also enjoy their favorite media content through this software.

Overall, if you're looking for a reliable and easy-to-use networking software solution that allows you to stream or transcode any kind of media files with minimum configuration then look no further than PS3 Media Server for Mac!

PS3 Media Server for Mac allows the streaming of video and other media files from your computer to the PS3, Xbox 360, or other devices over Wi-Fi. It hardly requires any configuration and is easy to use, allowing you to enjoy your videos without having to worry about the technicalities of the streaming process.

Pros

Lightweight: A small program, PS3 Media Server for Mac requires almost no initial setup -- all the necessary codecs are included in the installation. Once you've installed it and chosen which folders to share, you can forget about it.

Quick file selection: After tagging which folders are going to be shared on the Mac, the PS3 will see the shared folders and you can choose which videos to view.

Works with other devices: It can work with other rendering devices, including iPads, iPhones, and even Android devices, making it a great multipurpose app.

Cons

Installation issues: In our tests, it did not install properly the first time but stopped at step six of seven. On the second try, the installation went fine, finishing without a problem. However, there was no instruction to close the installer or to start the program.

Bottom Line

If you want to stream media from your computer to other devices without much hassle, PS3 Media Server for Mac can be a good solution, especially since it supports iOS as well as Android devices. It's small, practical, and, despite its installation quirks, remains easy to use.