How to Install Kodi 18 Leia Nightly Build

How to download and install Kodi 18 Leia on Android, PC, Mac, Raspberry Pi, or Fire Stick? Kodi 18 is a new build still in development. It is set to replace the current version of Kodi 17.1 Krypton in the future. In this guide, you can find detailed instructions on how to setup Kodi 18 Leia on your device. Due to the build still being in development mode, there are bound to be bugs. Kodi 18 Leia could be unstable and is for users that do not fear bugs or possibly crashes.

Kodi 18 Leia vs Kodi 17 Krypton

• At the moment, there aren’t as many visual changes when comparing the two builds.
• Both Kodi 18 and Kodi 17.1 currently use the Estuary skin. This might change in the future though.
• It seems as if Kodi 18 will focus on adding gaming compatibility. That means you will be able to play retro games on Kodi 18.
• Kodi 18 will also have Google Assistant integrated into it. In other words, the official Kodi 18 Leia release will allow you to use the voice search feature on your FireStick or Android TV.
• Major changes have not yet been publicized by Kodi. Keep an eye on the Kodi 18 change log for future updates.
• We’ll update this article accordingly once new Kodi 18 info is made available.

How to Download and Install Kodi 18 Leia on My Device?

In order to setup Kodi 18 follow the guide below. The installation will not replace your current Kodi app if you are using Android. In case you’re using a FireStick, follow this guide to update your Kodi 17.4 Krypton app to Kodi 18 Leia.

1. First, head over to the official Kodi download page.
2. From there, choose your operating system.
   

   Install Kodi 18 Leia Nightly Build

3. Once the pop-up window shows up, choose ‘Development build.
   

   How to Install Kodi 18

4. Now click on the blue botton next to ‘Nightly’.
   

   How to Install Kodi 18 Leia

5. The Kodi 18 Leila installation file will now begin to download.
6. Once you’ve downloaded the file, all you have to do is open it to launch the installation process.

How Did They Come Up with the New Name?

‘Leia’ is the new codename for the latest Kodi version. “Krypton” was the codename for Kodi v17 while “Jarvis” was the codename for Kodi 16″. You will often see “v18” and “Leia” used interchangeably in the XBMC community.

According to the official Kodi website, “Kodi 18 is named “Leia” in honor of the late Carrie Fisher, as a tribute to one of the characters that defined an industry, and as a celebration of the whole Star Wars universe.”

Best Addons for Kodi 18 Leia

• USTVNow
• Crackler
• Popcornflix
• iPlayer WWW
• NFL GamePass
• ESPN
• NBCSN
• NHL.TV
• Fox Sports Go
• Crunchyroll
• Youtube
• Plex

How to Install Addons on Kodi 18 Leia

Setting up addons on Kodi 18 doesn’t differ much from the procedure needed to install addons on Kodi 17. Here’s how it’s done.

1. Launch your Kodi app and head to ‘Addons’.
2. Select the Package Installer Icon in the top left corner.
3. From there, click on ‘Install from Repository’ -> Kodi Add-on Repository -> Video Add-ons.
4. Click on USTVNow -> Install.
5. Wait until you see the USTVNow Addon Enabled notification.
6. Now go back to the Kodi homescreen and select the ‘Addons’ tab from the left hand column.
7. Click on Video Addons.
8. All the video addons you install, including USTVNow, will appear here.

Best VPN for Kodi in 2017

Depending on your current country of residence, some Kodi 18 addons might be geoblocked. To bypass these geo-restrictions, you need to use VPN with Kodi. Here are some of the benefits you get out of using VPN.

• Unblock Geo-restricted Kodi Add-ons: There are a lot of Kodi addons that you can only use in certain regions. With VPN you can bypass regional restrictions.
• Bypass ISP Throttling: Ever noticed that your Internet speed is decent if you are browsing websites but suddenly drops when you are watching videos online? If that is the case, your ISP is probably throttling your Internet speed. Using VPN basically allows you to avoid that from happening.
• Ultimate Privacy: Add an extra layer of privacy and security to all your online activities.
• VPN Applications: You don’t have to be a tech-freak to setup a VPN connection thanks to user-friendly VPN apps on PC, Mac, Android, iOS, and FireStick.

From personal experience, ExpressVPN is the best VPN service you can use with Kodi. They have optimized their VPN apps to work better with Kodi add-ons and have a no-logs policy. Check out our reviewed list of the best Kodi VPNs in 2019 below.

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Is Kodi 18 Leia Better than Kodi 17?

For the time being, we advise you to stick to the stable Kodi 17.1 version. If you want to give Leia 18 a try, make sure you back up all of your current files first. Share your first Kodi 18 impressions in the comment box below.