Introduction This post will provide some background information on video codecs and the pros and cons of the most common codecs used by streaming services. We’ll discuss why you should be taking advantage of newer codecs and the many benefits they can provide. Finally, we’ll provide a step-by-step guide through the factors and questions you…
Bringing Industry-leading Turnaround Times to Short Form Content Bitmovin has recently seen an increase in demand for processing short form video content and faster turnaround times. This post will cover the most common use cases for short form video and how our new GPU acceleration for VOD encoding will benefit and add value for those…
What is Adaptive Bitrate (ABR) Streaming? Adaptive Bitrate Streaming (ABR) is a technology used in modern video streaming applications that can dynamically adapt in real-time, in order to provide the best quality for each individual viewer. ABR streams take into account network conditions, screen size and device capabilities and can adjust on the fly to…
At IBC 2023 the Fraunhofer HHI, Spin Digital and Bitmovin are presenting a paper on the practical application of a new feature that was introduced in VVC: Open-GOP resolution switching. In this blog post I want to explain what open-GOP (Group of Pictures) prediction is, what the benefits are and why with VVC open-GOP prediction…
In this guide, we dive into what video encoding is and how it works. We also explore the differences between hardware vs. software encoding, lossy vs. lossless compression, and encoding vs. transcoding (two terms that are often used interchangeably).
If you work with video, picking a codec is a critical decision that will affect both your workflows and the quality of your output. There are many different video codecs available, and as they all offer different things, there’s no clear right choice. As devices and platforms evolve, the video format sands are ever-shifting. Here,…
Video streaming has emerged as a powerful tool in health and fitness, enabling platforms to engage with individuals looking to achieve their health and wellness goals wherever they are. Whether in the comfort of their homes, on the go, or gathered in groups at physical locations around the globe, video streaming unlocks a new world…
Health and fitness, like every industry, has seen a significant digital transformation in recent years, with the rise of online fitness and wellness platforms, virtual therapeutic and training sessions, and on-demand workout videos. As video is the most widely engaged media type, it has become crucial in helping companies reach a wider audience, connect with…
Reinhard Grandl, VP Product at Bitmovin shares what he is most looking forward to at NAB 2023.
Introduction One of the main benefits of using a cloud-based SaaS product is the freedom to experiment, pivot and react to changes in your business without the overhead cost and time of buying and maintaining your own systems. The cloud lets you adjust on the fly and can scale infinitely and on-demand to meet your…
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