New Rules of Codec Development
09 Mar 2021
The game has changed for new codecs entering the market.
When It Comes to Being on Camera, Don't Be "That Person"
27 Oct 2020
There's no longer any excuse for poor-quality audio or bad video on your Zoom meetings or webinars. By following just a few simple tips and spending less than $200, you can look like a pro.
It's Time to Retire PSNR
25 Sep 2020
Peak signal-to-noise ratio is poor predictor of subjective video quality. So why are PSNR comparisons used in almost all codec comparisons?
4 Keys to Evaluating Cloud Transcoding Options
25 Aug 2020
Here are the four differentiating factors to focus on when assessing cloud transcoding solutions
When it Comes to Bitrates, Less is Always More
04 Jun 2020
What can streaming producers do in the short-term to reduce the load during these COVID-19-related bandwidth usage spikes?
When it Comes to Video Quality Measurements, Average Won't Cut It
10 Feb 2020
Average scores can be deceiving, so be sure you're using a tool that gives you a more accurate assessment of your video quality
All Roads Lead to ABR Royalties
02 Dec 2019
As recent lawsuits regarding DASH-related patents make clear, royalty payments on adaptive bitrate streaming are inevitable—even if it's not yet clear who'll be paying who, or how much
The Compressionist's Aha! Moment: 'The Other Leg, Lanczos'
19 Aug 2019
Every compressionist fantasizes about discovering the perfect configuration option, but our columnist learns that some results are too good to be true.
DASH Patent Pool—Criticized From the Start—Might Cease Operations
12 Aug 2019
The fact that DASH was always marketed as being free didn't stop MPEG LA from forming a patent pool. But lack of support from the major IP contributors appears to have doomed the effort.
Announcing the Swift Death of Per-Title Encoding, 2015-2019
17 Jun 2019
Once revolutionary, pre-title encoding was replaced by shot-based encoding and then context aware encoding. Here's how to evaluate vendors when choosing a solution.
Work in Parallel to Streamline the VQ Measurement Workflow
14 May 2019
There's a long way to run video quality measurement tasks and a shorter way. As our columnist learned, it's never too late to learn a more efficient system.
Solutions Abound for High-Volume Live Video Cloud Transcoding
25 Jan 2019
Streaming Media West provided a look at new options for demanding live cloud transcoding jobs. Here's a rundown for those who couldn't be there.
Creating a Recipe for Codec Success to Please All Palates
07 Dec 2018
Looking back and the successes and misfires of H.264, HEVC, and VP9 show what the industry can expect from AV1 and VVC.
New Codecs Are Coming; Here's How to Evaluate Codec Evaluations
23 Oct 2018
When comparing the video quality created by different codecs, consider the companies running the comparisons and the metrics they're offering.
Time to Start Testing: FFmpeg Turns 4.0 and Adds AV1 Support
27 Sep 2018
AV1 delivers equivalent quality to HEVC, but with a lower data rate. For now, though, it's slow. A five-second clip took 23 hours and 46 minutes to encode.
Testing HEVC: Please Take a Moment to Help Measure Performance
18 Jul 2018
Early testing of HEVC playback in HLS showed positive but inconsistent results. We need StreamingMedia.com readers to step up and help provide more data.
Per-Title Video Encoding: The Time to Get Started Is Now
14 Jun 2018
Now widely available, per-title encoding makes whatever codec publishers are already using more efficient by creating a custom optimized encoding ladder.
What Does Netflix Know About Prime Time Video Streaming, Anyway?
16 May 2018
Sometimes an industry benchmark—such as Netflix's ISP Speed Index—only tells half the story about video delivery. Before picking a codec, dig a little deeper.
Three Truths About Virtual Reality Success From a VR Novice
29 Jan 2018
The creativity behind immersive VR filmmaking is only matched by the software engineering creativity that makes this type of video possible.
Divideon Creates xvc, an HEVC Codec With Reasonable Pricing
08 Dec 2017
The surprise royalty payments on HEVC have some publishers looking for alternatives. Learn how one company created a better codec price plan.