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Kodi is compatible with many operating systems and media playing hardware as well. With Kodi, end users can stream and play music, videos, TV shows and photos.

Originally designed for the Xbox, Kodi’s ridiculous popularity prompted the people at XBMC to develop it as a native app on all of the popular platforms and operating systems such as Android, Mac OS, Linux, and Windows.

Kodi add-ons make it possible to play media from services such as Spotify, Pandora internet radio and YouTube among others.

The software offers many opportunities for personalizing your media libraries and can play any popular media format.

Since its initial release, Kodi has fostered a healthy community that contributes to the service by creating diverse add-ons which play online content from YouTube, Hulu, Pandora and many others.

I like Kodi's plugins because they give you a viable alternative to Couchtuner and other defunct or difficult-to-navigate web sites for streaming.

Another significant thing is the spectacular amount of available themes which will help you personalize your Kodi experience even more.

An add-on is an extension that adds new features and functionalities to the Kodi open source home theater software.

Users can find add-ons the official Kodi repository, but others can be found on external repositories and third-party providers.

Additionally, there are program add-ons that can help you download images and media, read your emails, create a trivia slide, help you save a list of episodes, and much more - all at the click of a button.

Furthermore, Kodi’s add-ons provide an unparalleled integration with existing software and for those who are more IT conscious, it’ll help turn your TV and PC into one extremely powerful, home theater setup.

Kodi’s ever-growing library of available add-ons is truly vast and amazing.

Kodi’s add-ons come in several types: context menus, game add-ons, information providers, libraries, modules, plugins, program add-ons, scripts, services, skins, subtitles, video, weather and web interface.

Third party add-ons offer movie and TV streaming services.

Programs and services provide many helpful tools, such as text-to-speech, email notifications, episode listings, playlist creators and countless other little perks to make your user experience better.

Some of the popular service add-ons are Mail Notifier, Kodi Screen Reader, MyEpisodeCalendar, Rss Popus.

Game add-ons integrate the most iconic controllers into the platform such as Dreamcast, GameBoy Advance, Genesis, N64, PlayStation, NES, and SNES.

Skins help you personalize your interface and language - the KMC truly has a tremendous amount of skins and interface add-ons to choose from.

Met Office and Oz Weather are very nice forecasting add-ons.

Scripts and plugins are add-ons specially tailored from those people with some IT and programming experience as to make the production of future skins and services easier.

However , the most important and most popular type of Kodi add-ons are the ones who offer free streaming services.

They are exclusively made by third-party contributors and sometimes contain copyrighted material.

There are several types of streaming Kodi add-ons, from Movie and TV-series, Sport’s channels, Radio streams, workout and fitness and others.

Covenant, Streamz TV, Exodus, Bob Unleashed, F. U. B. A. R., Pro Sports Kodi Add-on, Wrestling on Demand, TuneInRadio, Cartoon HD, Ares Fitness, Physicality, are just some of the best-rated add-on’s voted by users who have been enjoying the service.

The official Kodi repository has thousands of add-ons.

The most useful ones you might consider installing include such as; YouTube, Ted Talks and Reddit among others as well.

YouTube: This is the best Kodi add-on for browsing and streaming popular videos online.

With the YouTube add-on, you can sign into your account to look at subscriptions or even create a playlist.

TED Talks: Ted Talks will bring to your living room those famous talks on almost all the topics you can think of.

This is a great learning tool for many users who get interested on this.

PBS ThinkTV: this add-on will give you the full access to all shows by the PBS network.

You can also download a separate PBS add-on for kids, this comes with great children’s content from cartoons to animations and even music.

Reddit Viewer: this is another of the best Kodi add-on worth installing.

Reddit Viewer scouts the web to bring you the most hilarious videos and GIFS.

Users can add custom sub-Reddits.

The best Kodi add-ons are the ones which serve you comprehensive content, are regularly updated, easy to use and install while also being allowed in your region.

Better still you should look for add-ons with as little Geo-restriction as possible.

Further, you have to consider how well insulated from being flagged down by the authorities which allow you to use them for longer.

Where this is not possible, you will be forced to consider the use of a VPN.

Other factors to consider include choosing a well-supported add-on that should also be provided with security.

You can opt for add-ons that offer specific content, like music or TV, and even in these categories, you can decide whether you want live TV, movies or sports or if you can get an add-on that covers a number of channels.

Some add-ons are a combination of an already existing stream site and application.

2017 has seen the fading or discontinuation of some popular add-ons but several others have come up as suitable replacements.

Kodi add-ons are installed from repositories within the Kodi application. Repositories enable users to quickly access and download add-ons. The repositories also update add-ons so that a user is able to access the best and latest content without qualms.

Here are best repositories for Kodi add-ons:

Ares repository: the Ares repository is the best place to find Kodi add-ons like Exodus and covenant.

Managed and operated by the Ares Project program, Ares repository add-ons like Apollo and Cellar Door are quite perfect for a seamless content streaming on Kodi.

Noobs and Nerds: Noobs and Nerds swept the world by storm with their version of Sports Devil.

You can download the popular Bob Unleashed Kodi add-on from the Nerds and even Noobs repository Bob Unleashed is great for streaming TV shows, sports, movies, and animations as well.

Today, Bob Unleashed has received new updates and it comes with state of the art features for media playing.

Metalliq is the other efficient Kodi add-on from Noobs and Nerds.

Kodil: Kodil repository by the Kodi Israel Group has a number of magnificent add-ons.

Known for the best sports add-on Pro Sport, users can stream live sporting actions from multiple channels.

Users can also get an older but functional version of Exodus from Kodil as well.

Colossus: Although Colossus repository is a newcomer, it has grown in popularity as one of the best places to find Kodi add-ons.

Its new Kodi add-on Bennu has nice features for streaming video and TV shows.

Bennu has many contributors including Cerus, Alecto, Crusader88, Dr . Stream, and Excalibur among others.

Jesus Box Media: They are known for the Genesis Reborn.

This is the recent version updated of the Genesis add-on.

Genesis reborn has an user-friendly layout as its predecessor.

It is perfect for streaming HD video and even the TV content.

Other best places to find Kodi add-ons include Bandicoot Builds, SuperRepo and KodiUKTV among others.

There are two ways you can install an add-on KMC - via a repository or via zip file.

Here's how to install from a repository.

Installing an add-on from a repository is a relatively straightforward affair involving several steps.

First, access your add-on manager and select “Install from repository”.

Next, if the add-on is part of the official Kodi repository and navigates through the sections until you find it and select the desired add-on.

Next, a dialog window will appear with the add-on’s listed options and an “Install” button in the lower right-hand corner.

Once you press it the software will begin downloading and installing the add-on and all of its dependencies.

Once installed, you can freely use the add-on and all of its features.

Installing from a zip file is the more tricky way to install an add-on.

It involves software produced by so-called "unknown sources. "

In order for everything to work properly, you first need to add a new source which can is done in few simple steps.

1. First, select the system icon, then File Manager, then Add Source.
2. A dialog box will show up and select the space where ?none’ is written.
3. Enter your repository’s URL here.
4. Name your repository (different repositories provide different names)
5. Back to the main menu choose your add-on manager and package installer
6. Make sure you have "unknown sources" enabled
7. Locate the Add-on’s zip file and install it.

Important note: some third-party add-ons may require additional steps, which are usually supplied by the creator in his/her installation manual.

According to the surveys done among Kodi users online and offline, the best Kodi add-ons of 2017 include Exodus, Salts, Gurzil, Covenant and Quantum among others. The major challenge many have with some Kodi add-ons is geo-restriction; some add-ons do not work in some regions

Nemesis: This is a popular Kodi add-on from the KodiUKTV repository. Nemesis contain all the TV shows, sports, music as well as movies.

Bandicoot Vids: This new Kodi add-on can play concerts, stream live sporting events, movies, and YouTube content. The users have positively rated Bandicoot Vids for its fast loading speed.

Project M: This is an all-inclusive Kodi add-on that has movies, sports, IPTV, music, TV shows and more options for the content streaming. Content is divided into groups and categories for easier navigation.

No Name: This new and popular Kodi add-on has got many categories of content ranging from, 3D movies, live TV and TV shows. A search option helps users to quickly type in and find what they are looking for.

Sports World: This a great Kodi add-on that is basically about sports. Here you can catch Soccer, American Football, Rugby, Boxing, NBA and Baseball among other sports.

Open-load Movies: OpenLoad Movies is a popular Kodi add-on that works well with the movie streaming. Users love it for its fast and seamless loading of content.

Kodi add-ons require a little bit of configuration before they can load content.

Configuring Kodi add-ons may involve signing up and logging into content providers’ accounts, for instance, Pandora.

Every add-on has its own settings and configuration procedures.

Sometimes users run into problems when add-ons are geo-restricted.

This means that an add-on cannot work in particular locations and regions.

Using a great VPN can help you circumvent this problem as required.

Other times it takes a longer time for the add-ons to load content, this largely depends on your internet connection.

Just remember that the more add-ons you try to download, then the slower your content will stream.

It is prudent, therefore to download only one add-on for each content categories of sports, movies, music and TV shows among others.

If you’re looking to stream and play the best content online and even offline, Kodi is the best tool you should have in place to enhance this.

Kodi itself has a large number of add-ons for movies, sports, TV shows, and music.

Kodi add-ons from external repositories also that will provide an easy access to the content as many of the users require.

This has been one of the most popular add-ons for Kodi for quite some time now.

It works with Kodi Isenguard (15) or upper versions and brings with it multi-movie and TV shows source function.

It has a polished interface better tracking and lesser bugs than most of the similar add-ons which have been in the industry for longer.

Some of the updates on this add-on include translations, a new luxury theme, an added option to flatten TV show seasons, better resolving among others.

It is available for free and there is plenty of support including in various forums complete with tutorials and installation instructions.

It is widely regarded as a replacement for Exodus and it is with good cause.

Both add-ons share the same developer and after Exodus announced no more updates, this is what its previous fans have been using especially for new Kodi updates.

The interface is the same and it is still available for free. Its stability and provision of a range of quality streams for movies and TV shows make it the best add-on for this purpose currently.

You are also assured of support and it also comes with a Trakt integration for organizing all your Kodi movies and shows.

Third party add-ons are integral to your Kodi experience especially if you are looking to get the media content from online sources.

You can enjoy a wide range of content in the different format as long as you get the right add-on to use of Kodi.

Besides compatibility with Kodi, the add-ons have to be stable, support different file formats and also come with continued technical support and updates.

The ease of installation, the variety of content, ease of use and an interactive interface are some of the other factors to consider when selecting a Kodi add-on.

While most people focus largely on video plugins, music lovers will be delighted to know the endless options they have when it comes to music add-ons.

For those who are looking for the top charts one of the best add-ons to consider include Top40-charts which covers charts in the UK, US and worldwide.

The JukeBoxHero is another which allows you to listen to a variety of music and watch the videos from VEVO playlists, Billboard Top 100 artists to the Greatest All-Time Top 100 and other compilations.

Beatz is another add-on to consider if you are looking for more variety and sources of your music.

It includes music from top nations worldwide, Disney Soundtracks and Charts, and top artists and bands.

If it is a DJ feel you want then there are some several add-ons you can use but the best is House Mixes.

This contains both popular mixes with various genre mixes so all your tastes are catered to.

There are a number of featured tracks and the latest mixes and tracks. However, for variety and consistency in quality, World Radio takes the top spot.

Its collections of different genres, golden oldies, seasonal music and popular charts all over the world, makes it one of the most comprehensive music add-ons you will find.

As some of Kodi’saddons provide free access to copyrighted material, the platform and some creators have had their share of legal troubles throughout the years.

By many IP activists, the platform is seen as “a way for piracy to bloom under our noses” and in April of 2017, the European Court of Justice has ruled that “using media players to stream copyright material constitutes a legal offense”.

This has led to the shutting down the development of some very popular add-ons such as Navi-X.

The Kodi Team themselves have staunchly expressed their opposition to piracy but remain strong in the stance that the Kodi Media Center is, after all, an open source software.

The fact of the matter is, the Kodi Media Center has revolutionized the way and our view on television in general, providing a high-tech, easy-to-use and frankly, gorgeous looking software free of charge.

It allows the user to play and access content ranging from podcasts, music, videos and other digital media files from offline and online sources.

Despite conflicting views about how some developers go about creating certain add-ons, which sometimes comes dangerously close to illegal - KMC’s user base grows stronger every day, as does the number of contributing developers.

One thing is sure, KMC has a dazzling future ahead.