Kodi 18.4 has been officially released. It is now the stable version of this software.
This article details the updates and changes included in Kodi 18.4 Leia. Plus, you can conveniently download the latest version using the links below. Or, if you prefer, you can find instructions on how to update your current version.
Important – TROYPOINT has not tested Kodi 18.4 with any add-ons or builds. Be aware that some may not function correctly with this new release.
Kodi 18.4 Fixes and Updates
The updates listed below are taken directly from the official Kodi Website.
Kodi 18.4 does not introduce any groundbreaking features. It primarily focuses on bug fixes.
Most users might not observe significant improvements, as the fixes are relatively minor. But If you’ve encountered issues listed below, then updating is a good idea.
If Kodi is currently running well for you, it’s advisable to hold off on updating.
Interface
- Fix Missing text when sorting from inside add-on
- Clear/save focus-history when leaving a window with focus on the parent folder item
- Picture slideshow fixes (Estuary)
- Subscribe to controller install events (games)
- Fix radio button text length (Estuary)
- Fix season/episode formatting for video add-ons (video)
- Don’t consider display mode ids constant (Android)
Playback/Display
- Fix PlayMedia builtin for playlists (.strm) and “artists” smart playlists (music)
- Fix PlayMedia builtin for smart playlists and playlists (music)
- FFmpeg: Bump to 4.0.4-Leia-18.4
- Load program from stream property without using streaminfo (video)
- Fix initialization of AVD3D11VAContext structure (video, Windows)
- Fix TS resume point, related to PR16314 (video)
- Fixed memory leak, fixed segfault (video, Linux)
- Fix PAPlayer to handle passthrough for TrueHD (audio)
PVR
- Fix component dependencies
- PVR Recordings: Prevent concurrent calls to the video database
Other/General fixes
- Use the first protocol from add-on in the add network dialog
- Use exact matching for the protocol in file+dir factories
- Use of absolute paths in combination with hosts in URLs
- Fix file times for vfs add-ons
- Fix + sign HTTP folder
- Corrections to file system CircularCache initialization and termination
- Controller fixes
- Delete stream details when video info is refreshed
- Do not attempt to further resolve plugin paths for failing entries
- Revert “fixed: We should always update stream details from player…”
Install Kodi 18.4 Via TROYPOINT App
The TROYPOINT app is free. You can install it on any Android-based device. This includes the Fire TV Stick, Fire TV, Fire TV Cube, NVIVDIA SHIELD, Android phones, and tablets.
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Kodi 18.4 Download Links
If you are a Firestick or Fire TV user, the links below will guide you through the installation or updating process on your device:
Update to Kodi 18.4 on Firestick
TROYPOINT Android Shortcode for Downloader app or browser: https://iptvproviders.info/k18
Windows
MacOS
iOS (Must have jailbroken device)
Linux
To install Kodi 18.4 on your Linux or Ubuntu system, you can use the following commands in your terminal. Simply follow the prompts that appear, just like you would with any other software installation.
sudo apt-get install software-properties-common sudo add-apt-repository ppa:team-xbmc/ppa sudo apt-get update sudo apt-get install kodi
Raspberry Pi
Xbox One
Fire TV/Cube/Stick
Installing a repository offers you flexibility. You can then select various streaming add-ons to suit your preferences. Explore TROYPOINT’s curated list of the Best Kodi Add-ons by visiting the following link.
If you’re seeking a convenient way to quickly set up the best add-ons and repositories, I recommend exploring Kodi Builds. They provide an easy solution for enhancing your Kodi experience. For a comprehensive list of the top Kodi Builds currently available, click the link below.