Iina 1.3.0 May 2026

IINA 1.3.0 maintained its commitment to being "born for macOS," utilizing the post-Yosemite design language.

As a free, GPLv3 licensed software, IINA remains a favorite for Mac enthusiasts. It is written in , allowing it to feel significantly faster and more integrated than cross-platform players. Users often prefer it for its "Music Mode"—a simplified playlist interface—and its ability to handle nearly any format from MP4 and MKV to 4K H.265 content. IINA 1.3.0

Video image noticeably darker in 1.3.0 · Issue #3777 · iina/iina IINA 1

The 1.3.0 release was primarily a "maintenance and stability" powerhouse, ensuring the app remained performant on modern macOS versions while fixing long-standing memory issues. Users often prefer it for its "Music Mode"—a

Despite the improvements, the transition to 1.3.0 introduced some specific quirks that the community actively discussed:

: Improvements to libgmp resolved issues where users were unable to load content via the "Open URL..." feature, a vital tool for those using IINA to stream online media directly. Modern macOS Features

: Some users reported that on newer MacBook Pros (like the 14-inch model), the screen would automatically dim during HDR playback once the mouse stopped moving.