JWP 8.38.4 introduces a new configuration option for video thumbnails, adds support for unencoded Google PPS segment values and the HLS #EXT-X-SESSION-DATA tag, and includes player performance improvements to optimize preview image requests.

New Features

• The player supports unencoded Google PPS (enablePPS) segment values in ad requests for compatibility with ad partners.
• The enableVideoThumbnails config option allows disabling motion thumbnails to display static posters.
• The player supports the HLS #EXT-X-SESSION-DATA tag, enabling access to SSAI session information in VOD playback.

Bug Fix

• The player optimizes preview image requests, preventing redundant file downloads.