Sustainability Of Streaming: How Does OTT Compare With OTA? - Part 1

OTA (over-the-air) broadcasting has long-been considered an efficient way to reach very large audiences. As OTT (over-the-top) streaming grows there are concerns that we are going backwards in our levels of efficiency, which is not what we need to do for the health of the planet. What is the latest information we have about the sustainability credentials of OTA vs. OTT, and what should we look for in the future?

Several 4G LTE modems in the trunk of a SUV were tested with cameras simultaneously streaming to different IPs with video different modems.

5G Vs 4G LTE For Field Production

An assessment of the pros and cons of moving to 5G cellular services for field production.

Productive Cloud Workflows - Part 2

We conclude this two-part article examining how IP is an enabling technology that facilitates the use of data centers and cloud technology to power media workflows.

Control rooms can be simple or complex, depending upon the type of content and the amount needed on a regular basis.

The Basic Principles Of Production Control Room Design

Designing and building a production control room means different things to different people and is often accomplished in a myriad of ways.

Is On-Board Recording Media A Dying Breed?

With the advent of camera-to-Cloud recording, will in-camera recording media be relegated to the dust bin of history alongside the Jaz Drive and the Sony Memory Stick? It could soon well be the case, but for it to happen, The Broadcast Bridge’s Tony Orme cites the need for a major…

Vendor Spotlight: Telstra Broadcast Services

Telstra helps customers span the globe. Offering a myriad of content delivery, production and playout services, Telstra Broadcast Services allows businesses, governments, communities and individuals to connect and expand their business across the globe in the most cost-effective way.

5G Broadcast Gains Momentum With Field Trials

Video currently drives the most traffic on public networks, accounting for two-thirds of the overall global mobile data consumption. How long it can continue to grow is still up for debate.

Electricity: Part 8 - Electric OB Vans

We are told that in the future all cars will be electrically powered. It is therefore quite natural that a broadcaster should consider whether outside broadcast vehicles might follow suit.

Ashley Xu - Crossing The Divide Between Creating For Social Media And Traditional Professional Media

Ashley Xu blew up on social media when she started making ‘thirst traps’ (adverts) in her college dorm. Check them out, you may be surprised by just how good they are. It did not take long for major brands to see it and commission her. It’s a fascinating example of…

Scalable Dynamic Software For Broadcasters: Part 1 - Introduction

IP has succeeded in abstracting away the media essence from the underlying transport stream, and in doing so is providing scalable and dynamic solutions that are facilitated through cloud technologies and software.