Overview
The next version of Kodi v20 (codename Nexus) was released in January. Since then, we’ve been working on bringing this up for OSMC.
Supported platforms
This release supports:
- Vero 4K
- Vero 4K +
- Raspberry Pi 2
- Raspberry Pi 3
- Raspberry Pi 4 / 400
How to update
Updating from a stable version of OSMC
If you’re running a stable version of OSMC, then you should be able to update from a compatible platform without issue. Please make sure that you system is up to date first by going to My OSMC → Updates and initiating an update check; installing any outstanding updates.
Updating via the command line
To install the update:
- Login via the command line
- Run the following command to add the staging repository:
echo 'deb http://apt.osmc.tv bullseye-devel main' | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/osmc-devel.list
Go to My OSMC → Updates again, and initiate an update check. Install the updates when prompted.
Tracking releases
There will inevitably be outstanding issues, so we plan to push some further test builds over the coming days as we receive feedback. Please keep in mind that the above command will need to be re-run every 14 days.
Known issues
Currently, we are aware of the following issues:
- TBC
Frequently asked questions
Q: I’ve installed the update and now I only have a black screen or a sad face loop, how do I fix this?
A: It’s possible that your Kodi userdata is causing an issue with the new version. The first recommendation would be to move it away and allow Kodi to generate a new userdata directory. This can be done by executing the following commands after accessing the command line:
sudo systemctl stop mediacenter
mv ~/.kodi ~/.kodi-backup
sudo systemctl start mediacenter
Before attempting this, you may wish to try a more conservative approach, and delete ‘Addons.db’ only, as reports from users suggest that add-on migration is the problem
Q: I only see a black screen / hang on migrating add-ons, what should I do?
A: If you encounter this problem and a consider amount of time (more than half an hour) has passed, you should log in to the system and execute the above instructions from the previous question.
Q: I am using a shared library? Has the database version changed?
A: Yes. You should check that your other Kodi clients are compatible with Kodi Nexus before upgrading.
Q: Are add-ons supported by Kodi Matrix supported in Kodi Nexus?
A: Not necessarily. We suggest checking first before upgrading.
Q: I can’t find my add-ons anymore
A: To ensure compatibility where possible, Kodi disables any non-official add-ons by default when a new major version is released. You should be able to enable them manually under Settings. Note that this does not necessarily mean they be compatible with the new version of Kodi.
Q: Will my current skin work with Kodi Nexus
A: Every Kodi version involves changes to the skinning engine. It’s advised to check with the developer of the skin you are using. The official OSMC skin and official Kodi Estuary skins are supported and maintained for Kodi Nexus.
Q: My add-ons are not working, what can I do?
A: You should notify the developer of this add-on and ask them if there is a version compatible with the new version of Kodi. Unfortunately OSMC cannot do anything about this.
Q: How can I downgrade?
A: Unfortunately, downgrading is not trivial. However we will maintain Matrix images on our website for some time. If you discover a bug or issue, we are more interested in fixing it, as there will be users in a similar position, rather than having users downgrade.
Q: I don’t see all of my skin’s menus. What can I do to resolve this?
A: Please wait a few moments for the skin menus to be rebuilt. This may take a while to update if you have a number of add-ons on your system. If the issue persists, you should check that your skin is indeed compatible.
Q: CEC has stopped working, what can I do?
A: Power off your TV and device at the mains for 60 seconds, including your AV receiver if you have one. This usually resolves CEC issues.
Q: My question is not answered and I am experiencing an issue, what can I do?
A: Please start a new forum post, with detailed information so that we can assist you with your problem.
Changelog
- 11/05/2023: initial release
- 27/05/2023: Fix a logging issue and some string mismatches on Vero 4K / 4K+
Let me know how you get on,
Cheers
Sam
