Channels DVR
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Keywords: channels, livetv, streaming
Train: Community
Home Page: https://getchannels.com/dvr-server/
Added: 2025-05-06
Last Updated: 2025-05-07
Watch and record your favorite shows and movies from every TV and device. From your living room, second home, hotel room, or even on your commute, Channels lets you watch your personal media your way.
Run as Context- Channels DVR runs as non-root user.
Group: 568 / channels
User: 568 / channels
App Metadata (Raw File)
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