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NTT Launches 4K Encoder for Sports September 21^st 2016 - 01:00 PM

A 4K HEVC encoder and decoder designed for use during sports event coverage has been launched by Japan’s NTT Electronics.

LeaseWeb Bundles Transcoding Services With CDN September 15^th 2016 - 10:45 AM

LeaseWeb has launched a cloud-based video transcoding service for customers of its CDN.

Fraunhofer Focused On All Things MPEG-H at IBC 2016 September 15^th 2016 - 07:00 AM

At IBC 2016, Fraunhofer showcased an MPEG-H Audio codec in multiple variations. The demonstrations included 3D audio content production tools, broadcast equipment, and consumer equipment.

Viewpoint: Telestream Calls For New Focus On Streaming Workflows And Business Models September 12^th 2016 - 05:30 PM

As IBC 2016 winds down, The Broadcast Bridge asked Telestream president and CEO, Dan Castles, for his thoughts on the growing phenomena of video streaming. While technology can make it easy, he notes that there is more to creating and delivering good content than just ‘point and shoot’.

LiveIP RSA concept: Remote, Shared & Automated

Imagine Communications Joins VRT-EBU LiveIP Project as Technology Partner September 12^th 2016 - 07:45 AM

Imagine Communications announced that it has joined the LiveIP project, a collaboration of Belgian public broadcasting company VRT and the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), as a technology partner. Through participation in this forward-looking industry collaboration, Imagine Communications joins forces with other innovative companies to advance the adoption of IP-based media solutions and production facilities.

The latest Dejero software update allows broadcast crews in the field to use their LIVE+ EnGo mobile transmitters to create a “hotspot.”

Dejero To Debut Next Generation of IP Video Transport Software September 10^th 2016 - 10:00 AM

Dejero said the broadcast industry continues to embrace IP-based network bonding solutions for transporting video and data from remote locations.The company is addressing this need by expanding the capabilities of its Live+ CORE IP-based video transport software to now include IP output capabilities, multichannel audio and Internet connectivity.

NDI-enabled devices and applications are already in the hands of millions of customers since last year’s IBC Show introduction.

NewTek To Show New Version Of Network Device Interface Technology September 9^th 2016 - 07:00 AM

At the IBC 2016 Show NewTek will unveil a second-generation of its increasingly popular Network Device Interface (NDI) technology that includes a variety of new features, performance improvements, and full compatibility with all existing versions of NDI.

With EyeQ users can precisely fine-tune their bit rate allocation to get the most efficiency at the least amount of risk to video quality.

Harmonic Keeping An EyeQ On Consistency Of Video Delivered Over The Internet September 8^th 2016 - 02:30 PM

In their effort to reduce bandwidth consumption, particularly for adaptive bit rate services over the internet, compression and transcoding vendors supplying the broadcast industry are incrementally making the move to software-centric solutions as the best option. Most say it provides the most flexible and efficient way to distribute video to the variety of Internet-connected consumer display devices.

Arkena Builds Cloud with Ateme September 4^th 2016 - 08:00 AM

Media services firm Arkena has selected Ateme to work on its new cloud transcoding service.