December 27, 2017

Online Video News

Review: AJA HELO Streaming & Recording Device

The AJA HELO H.264 Encoder is an excellent entry into the existing AJA line of products. Don't let the small form factor fool you--this device packs advanced compression control, streaming, recording, and scheduling features for a reasonable price.

Content Delivery and Live Streaming Summits Return to Streaming Media East

Both the Content Delivery Summit and the Live Streaming Summit will be back as part of this year's Streaming Media East event, with new chairs and new ideas.

Featured Articles

Why Haven’t OTT Services Solved the Monetization Problem?

Viewers don't get the same experience across all viewing platforms, and until they do broadcasters will have a tough time making money online.

Short Cuts

Video: How Do You Define VR and AR Video?

Help Me! Stream's Tim Siglin, Nokia's Devon Copley, and Mobeon's Mark Alamares discuss the key factors that differentiate 360, VR, AR, and degrees of immersiveness in these types of video.

Video: Does Uniformity Across Different Platforms Enhance Your Media App's Reach?

TBS/Turner's Karina Kogan discusses the pros and cons of leveraging different OTT and streaming platforms' unique features when designing media apps for different entertainment services and devices.

The Industry

Breaking Windows: It's Time to Change the Movie Release System

The current windowed release system is slow to put premium movies online. Hollywood is prioritizing its short-term profits, but could hurt itself in the long run.

Industry News

BuzzFeed News Announces Return of Live Twitter Morning Show 'AM to DM'

Since the show launched in September 2017, AM to DM generated significant social buzz.

VR Industry Forum to Publish Industry Guidelines at CES

Experts to discuss VR trends and guidelines at CES Masterclass on January 8