Live Background Removal Lite 2.6.0

Live Background Removal Lite 2.6.0 – Release Notes​

We’re excited to introduce version 2.6.0 of Live Background Removal Lite!
Thank you for your continued feedback and support – this release brings not only important bug fixes but powerful new integrations and quality-of-life improvements for both plugin users and developers.

Highlights​

• ncnn Library Compatibility
  • ncnn is now built without OpenMP on Mac for better compatibility.
• Major Windows Bug Fixes (#305)
  • Critical bug of MemoryBlockPool on Windows was fixed. Now this plugin should work on Windows.
  • Improved video processing stability:
    • Validates subsampling rates to ensure dimensions remain correct.
    • Destroys rendering context safely in case of invalid or zero-size input, preventing crashes.
• Developer Experience Improvements
  • Documentation Updates (#302, #303):
    • New interactive help page featuring a Svelte-based Chat powered by WebLLM.
    • Added FAQ.md to help you find answers even faster.
    • The assistant now goes by “BR Lite Buddy” for a friendlier feel.
    • Improved UI: new button styles for the interactive help feature.
    • Dependencies for Docs updated for better local LLM support.

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Upgrade today to enjoy a smoother experience, easier installation for required libraries, and enhanced support features.
As always, if you spot any issues or have ideas, BR Lite Buddy is here to assist!

Thank you for using Live Background Removal Lite!

Live Background Removal Lite — Release 2.5.4​

We're excited to share a friendly update for the plugin! Here’s what’s new and improved in version 2.5.4:

Debug Window Improvements​

• Proper Cleanup: The debug window now cleans up correctly when it finishes, thanks to improved signal handling. This should make troubleshooting even smoother!
• Safer Initialization: Member pointers (renderingContext_ and debugWindow_) in the main plugin context are now safely initialized to nullptr, reducing the chance of unexpected behavior.

Stability and Safety​

• Null Checks in Drawing: When drawing, we now check if the target source actually exists before proceeding, helping avoid crashes and logging clear errors when something’s missing.

Docs & Dependencies​

• README Update: The documentation saw a refresh for better clarity and guidance.
• Astro Version Bump: Documentation builds are now using Astro 5.15.9, courtesy of dependabot.

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Thank you to everyone who contributed to this release! Feedback and bug reports are always welcome. Update and enjoy smoother, safer background removal in OBS Studio

Release Notes: v2.5.3​

We’re excited to announce the release of version 2.5.3! This update focuses on robustness, improved memory management, and cleaner internals to ensure a more stable experience for everyone.

What’s New & Improved​

• Enhanced Exception Logging:
  Exception handling in the plugin context now uses loggerInstance().logException for improved error details. This should make troubleshooting and diagnostics much easier.
• Memory Pool Refactor & Cleanup:
  • Major memory utilities (AlignedMemoryResource and MemoryBlockPool) have been moved into a shiny new Memory namespace and directory.
  • All references have been updated, making the project structure clearer and more modular.
  • Memory block deleters now use shared_from_this instead of weak_from_this, ensuring safer and cleaner cleanup of memory resources.
• Better MaskBuffer Logic:
  • MaskBuffer has been updated to work with the improved AlignedMemoryResource.
  • Now supports three buffers and implements atomic indices for seamless concurrent access—great news for performance and thread safety!
• Build System Updates:
  • Introduced a new Memory interface library in CMake, now linked to SelfieSegmenter for better modularity.
  • Updated PKGBUILD and Flatpak packaging scripts for the latest version.

Release Notes for v2.5.2​

We're excited to announce Live Background Removal Lite v2.5.2! This update brings several improvements in stability, performance, and code structure, thanks to both community feedback and code review contributions.

Highlights​

✨ Improved Startup Experience​

• Flickering on Startup Fixed: We fixed an issue that caused flickering when starting up by improving texture initialization. This results in a smoother and more reliable launch for everyone.

️ Stability & Robustness​

• Memory Management Improvements: Added a thread-safe MemoryBlockPool for more efficient buffer handling, reducing memory churn, and improving safety.
• Better Error Handling: The plugin is now more robust against null pointers and texture/matrix creation failures due to improved runtime checks.

‍ Code Quality & Refactoring​

• Refactored Texture Management: Centralized all texture creation through a makeTexture helper, improving maintainability and ensuring buffer sizes match color formats.
• Debug Window Revamp: DebugWindow internals were thoroughly refactored for thread safety and ownership clarity, including the use of mutexes and atomic indices for texture selection. Inefficient string conversions have been eliminated.
• Namespace and Logging Enhancements: Namespaces have been clarified (main_effect_detail ➡️ MainEffectDetail), and configuration loading now logs more details for easier troubleshooting.
• License Update: Key files have been updated from GPL to the MIT license for better compatibility.

Bug Fixes​

• Fixed potential null dereferencing in multiple paths.
• Improved the memory alignment for internal memory pools, ensuring optimal performance on all platforms.

Other Updates​

• Updated vcpkg-configuration.json, Arch/Flatpak packaging scripts, and addressed dependency updates.

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As always, thank you for using and contributing to Live Background Removal Lite! Your feedback keeps the project improving. If you encounter any issues, please report them on GitHub. Happy streaming!

Hello everyone!

We're happy to announce version 2.5.1 of Live Background Removal Lite. Here’s what’s new in this update:

Improvements & Fixes​

• Video Source Resolution Fix:
  • The plugin now always uses the correct base dimensions for the target source in the video processing loop.
  • This change simplifies the underlying logic and addresses cases where the output resolution could occasionally be incorrect.

Meta & Maintenance​

• Renamed and Revamped Issue Templates:
  • Bug report & feature request templates have been updated to use GitHub's recommended YAML format and modern forms.
  • New fields and clearer instructions make it easier (and friendlier!) to report issues or suggest features.
  • Added reminders to keep communication kind and considerate.
• Dependency Update:
  • The documentation site now uses Astro 5.15.6.
• Packaging:
  • PKGBUILD and Flatpak build scripts were updated for this release.

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Thank you for your continued feedback and support!
If you spot any issues, please use the updated issue templates to let us know—and enjoy smoother background removal with v2.5.1!

—
The Live Background Removal Lite Team

Live Background Removal Lite 2.5.0 – Smarter, More Flexible, and New Features!​

Hello, streamers!
We’re excited to bring you v2.5.0, with both new capabilities and meaningful improvements for your OBS Studio experience.

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✨ New: Motion Intensity Thresholding filter (experimental)​

• A brand new Motion Intensity Thresholding filter level has been added!
• This detects subject motion and only updates background removal when there’s significant movement.
• Reduces flicker from sudden lighting changes or background noise, and allows for more stable subject masking.

️ Improvements & Tweaks​

• Advanced Settings: New “Advanced Settings” group for fine-tuning, including motion detection sensitivity, number of threads, and advanced mask controls.
• Filter Level Overhaul: The filter level menu is now clearer, featuring the new Motion Intensity Thresholding and updated options for AI Segmentation and others.
• More Flexible Mask Refinement: Guided filtering and time-averaged mask refinement tuning now available via easy sliders.
• Better Debugging: The Debug Window now shows additional internal textures so you can look deeper into how background removal works under the hood.
• More Stable Cross-Platform: Improved handling for lots of edge cases, especially on less-standard system setups or trickier environments.

Language & Usability​

• User-facing labels and documentation were improved in both English and Japanese for new and updated features.

️ Under the Hood​

• Filter internals have been reorganized for more reliability and future extensibility.
• Some old/less helpful options have been cleaned up.
• Added OpenCV to the third-party components attribution.

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Thank you to all users for your valuable feedback and suggestions! If you find issues or have feature ideas, please file an issue or reach out.

Enjoy background removal that’s even more robust and adaptable—
Happy streaming!

Live Background Removal Lite 2.4.0 – Compatibility-Focused Release​

Hello everyone!
We’re excited to announce v2.4.0 of Live Background Removal Lite. This release puts compatibility first—making it easier to run the plugin across a wider range of systems and setups.

What’s Changed​

• Dropped GPU & CoreML dependencies:
  To improve compatibility, Live Background Removal Lite no longer relies on GPU or CoreML features. This means smoother installation and usage—especially for devices where these features are unsupported or cause issues.
• Simpler, more reliable experience:
  With fewer system requirements, you should expect more predictable behavior across macOS and other supported platforms. The background removal core functionality remains fast and effective!

Why did we make this change?​

Some users encountered troubles with device-specific hardware support (GPU, CoreML). We listened to your feedback and decided to streamline the plugin for maximum compatibility—even if it means setting aside some advanced features for now.

Upgrading​

Just download the new release and swap it in as usual. No extra steps, and no need to worry about hardware compatibility!

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A big thank you for your continued support and feedback. If you have questions or suggestions, please open an issue—we love hearing from you!

Happy streaming!

Live Background Removal Lite v2.3.4​

This update continues our journey of making the plugin’s internals cleaner and more robust!

What's Improved​

• Internal Code Quality:
  • Further refactoring and code cleanups, making the codebase easier to maintain and extend.
  • Smarter organization and structure for better reliability and faster troubleshooting.
• Stability & Developer Experience:
  • Minor stability improvements for all platforms.
  • A smoother experience for developers and contributors working on future features.

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This release is all about laying a strong foundation for new features and hassle-free maintenance.
Thank you for your feedback and ongoing support—please keep those ideas coming!

Happy streaming and happy coding! ✨

️ Live Background Removal Lite v2.3.3​

This release continues our commitment to code quality and reliability!

What's Improved​

• Internal Code Quality:
  • More refactoring and code cleanups behind the scenes for greater maintainability.
  • Smarter structure and clearer organization pave the way for future enhancements and easier troubleshooting.
• Stability Updates:
  • Minor improvements for plugin stability and smoother operation across all supported platforms.
• Developer Experience:
  • Easier onboarding for new contributors and a more pleasant experience for maintainers.

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This update is all about making Live Background Removal Lite robust, reliable, and ready for future features.
Thank you for your feedback and continued support—keep those suggestions coming!

Happy streaming and happy hacking! ✨

✨ Live Background Removal Lite v2.3.2​

This update brings exciting performance improvements and a more seamless experience for all users!

What's New & Improved​

• Faster Performance on Windows & Linux:
  • Internal optimizations mean smoother, faster background removal on both Windows and Linux.
  • Enjoy quicker startup and better frame rates—your streams and recordings just got a boost!
• CoreML Inference Now Included in Plugin Binary:
  • The distributed plugin now ships with native CoreML support out of the box.
  • Mac users get instant access to lightning-fast AI segmentation—no extra install steps needed!
• Codebase & Build Improvements:
  • Refactoring behind the scenes makes builds, packaging, and future development simpler and more reliable.
  • Consistency improvements pave the way for new features and smoother updates.
• Developer Experience:
  • Improved test setups and integration help contributors verify changes more easily.

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If you’re a Windows, Linux, or Mac user, this update means snappier performance and less hassle.
Thank you for your feedback and support—keep those suggestions and bug reports coming!

Happy streaming—now faster and easier! ✨