Software update: OpenELEC 6.0

After five beta releases, the final of the Open Embedded Linux Entertainment Center version 6.0 has now been released. This Linux distribution is based on Kodi and can turn a computer into a full-fledged htpc. OpenELEC is easy to install, maintain and use, as well as being small and lightning fast. In version 6.0, among other things, the switch to Kodi 15 has been made, a large number of components from the OS have been updated and some changes have been made to the supported hardware. The release notes for this release are as follows:

[DROPPED] Generic 32bit (i386) builds
We dropped our Generic 32bit (i386) build. The number of 32bit devices are declining and our stats system shows most 32bit Generic users have 64bit capable hardware that can be updated to the Nvidia_legacy build. Please refer to the Wiki for 32bit > 64bit migration instructions or use the forum to get support. Users with 32bit hardware can continue to use our 5.0 releases, or if they want to buy new hardware, we recommend switching to a Raspberry Pi 2 or WeTek Play.

[CHANGED] Generic 64bit (x86_64) builds
The Generic x86_64 build contains now the latest nVidia GPU drivers which drops support for some older nVidia GPU hardware. Supported GPUs can be found in the following list.

[INFO] Apple TV 32bit (i386) builds
Official OpenELEC builds for AppleTV hardware ceased at v4.2.1 but an unofficial ‘community’ v5.95.4 build with Kodi Isengard and CrystalHD support has been published by project staff member ‘chewitt’. This build is noteworthy for solving CrystalHD playback performance problems that troubled historic AppleTV builds. For more information please read this.

[NEW] NVidia_Legacy 64bit (x86_64) build
This 64bit build continues to use the 304.125 legacy driver to continue support for older nVidia GPUs including popular ION devices. This build contains only nVidia drivers (no Intel/AMD). Supported GPUs can be found here. Please be aware that at some point in the mid-term future a driver bump will be required that drops support for ION devices.

[NEW] WeTek_Play ARM build
WeTek offers a new dimension of technology, innovative products and solutions with the best support. Wetek is a company dedicated to designing and manufacturing products, which will satisfy all customer needs (in the sector of Home entertainment) and contribute to a better quality life for clients.
Starting with OpenELEC-6.0 we officially support Wetek’s WeTek Play and OpenELEC’s Box ARM devices. WeTek Play is a unique TV box. With Android and/or OpenELEC, WeTek gives your TV the full potential of Internet. Certified by Google, WeTek gives you access to thousands of Android applications through Google Play. WeTek Play includes Plug and Play DVB Tuners for Satellite (Twin Tuner), Cable, Terrestrial and ATSC (depending on the model) and you have a unique experience of DVB and Multimedia in one small device.