iLiveTV a Mobile TV Delivery Solution for iPhone OS 3.0 Jul 26, 2009
The system ingests analog or digital sources and simultaneously encodes and protects the content for delivery at multiple bitrates using Envivio H.264 Extreme Compression, recognized as the industrys highest quality mobile video codec. This multi-profile encoding ensures consistent, automatic and seamless delivery of the best picture quality by adapting automatically to fluctuations in network bandwidth for an exceptional viewing experience on the iPhone. (Multichannel News)
Live 3D Images Delivery Between New York and Tokyo Jul 25, 2009
Thanks to cutting edge technology developed by NTT in Japan -- RISCA264-HD: Real-time and interactive Software-based Codec Architecture for H.264-HDTV -- prominent anime producers such as Michael Arias (ANIMATRIX, Tekkonkinkrete, etc), Shoji Kawamori (Macross, SONY AIBO, etc. and other animation producers who are in Tokyo, can give participants a talk as if they were sharing the same lecture hall in New York. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Q&A With Broadcast International's Steve Jones Jul 23, 2009
In June, Broadcast International hired a new vice president and general manager to run its CodecSys division, Steve Jones ... Steve JonesMCN: Since taking over the management of the CodecSys division, what have been some of your key strategies for expanding its presence ... I can't think of a better market space to be in at this point, and to capitalize on that we created a CodecSys division, which is really built on two or three product initiatives. (Multichannel News)
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Adobe offers up more Flash technology to open source by InfoWorld: Yahoo. Adobe offers up more Flash technology to open source. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
VoiceAge Announces the Creation of a Patent Pool for AMR-WB/G.722.2 Speech Compression Standards Jul 21, 2009
AMR Wideband (AMR-WB) is the only speech codec to date to be standardized for both wireless (3GPP) and wireline (ITU-T Recommendation G.722 ... It is therefore the ideal codec for wideband speech applications as it ensures compatibility across converging wireline/wireless networks ... AMR-WB is the only wideband speech standard adopted by 3GPP and is the mandatory codec in GSM and WCDMA networks for wideband speech and for multimedia services when wideband speech (with 16 kHz sampling frequency)... (PR Newswire)
Skyla Memoir FS80 Jul 21, 2009
I tested it with some video and music files and it certainly worked with DivX files (which is based on the MPEG4 codec) and MP3 audio. In fact, you can accompany your photo slideshows with an MP3 that youve stored in the Skyla as well. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)
VDIworks to Demonstrate VideoOverIP protocol at TechTarget's BriForum® 2009 Jul 20, 2009
By accelerating all types of video and animation without any codec limitations, VideoOverIP significantly improves the end-user experience and simplifies VDI deployments for IT administrators. "A high-quality user experience has been one of the big challenges for VDI deployments," said Brian Madden, industry expert and organizer of the BriForum conference. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Frost & Sullivan Hosts Webinar: Broadcast Video Encoders: Maturing Market, Drivers and Challenges Jul 18, 2009
This briefing will benefit software and hardware video encoder-transcoder vendors, broadcast equipment manufacturers and distributors, system integrators, service providers, and codec manufacturers, by discussing emerging and future trends for the world broadcast video encoders market. This is first in a series of analyst briefings offering insight into Frost & Sullivan's research on the video encoders-transcoders market. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
ASUS Adds More Life to Eee PC Seashell Series Jul 16, 2009
3M Pixel Audio Codec Hi-Definition Audio CODEC Hi-Definition Audio CODEC Speakers Stereo Speakers Stereo Speakers Mic (internal) Digital Mic Digital Array Mic** -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Interface 1 x VGA Connector, 1 x VGA Connector, 3 x USB 3 x USB 2. 0, 1 x LAN RJ-45, 2. (JCN Network, Japan)
Palmtop theater: Ars reviews the BenQ Joybee GP1 Jul 10, 2009
I threw a number of video files I had on my computer at the projector, and they all played fine, with only one issue: the audio codec support wasn't nearly as robust, and I couldn't find a single file that would work with sound. from on. (Ars Technica)
Knowing Review Jul 7, 2009
35:1 widescreen using the AVC MPEG-4 codec on a dual-layered BD50 disc consuming 38. 4 gigs of disc space. (IGN FilmForce)
Celebrity Deaths Drive Spam, with Jackson Pervasive Jul 3, 2009
The download link ushers the victim to a fake codec that downloads a Trojan ... Symantec warns of spam with subject lines related to any of these deaths trying to peddle fake medicines, fake antivirus software, and fake codecs. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Jobs go but new processors coming at ARC Jul 1, 2009
The restructuring involves the formation of an Advanced Software Group (ASG) in St Petersburg, Russia, based on the company's subsidiary, Alarity Inc., which will focus on new areas of IP as well as continuing its codec development. An Advanced Technology Group (ATG) will also be established in ARC s San Jose operation to focus on hardware development and systems IP.. (EETimes)
Research and Markets: Digital 3D Entertainment: From Theater to the Home - Why, How & Opportunities Explores Market Issues and Technologies Involved Jun 30, 2009
Table 17 - 3D Codec Vendors. For more information visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Best Mac Security Software Jun 16, 2009
Often these attacks fall into the categories of Trojan horses that masquerade as some innocuous application or video codec that gets installed by the average user. The most recent Mac threats started in this form as components included in real software packages pirated over the Internet. (Datamation)
Firefox 3.5 Features New Javascript Engine, Built-in Video Jun 16, 2009
Similarly, the new video capability is based on the open-source video codec called , maintained by the Xiph ... Video written for the Ogg codec can be played within Firefox 3 ... Moreover, to develop video to be played within the browser, developers don't have to license proprietary codecs from the vendors that own them, as they do with Flash Player or other proprietary-player content, Beltzner said. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
VDIworks Releases VideoOverIP High-Speed Connection Protocol for Virtual Desktops Jun 16, 2009
3) Universal codec independent acceleration; Flash, MPEG, DivX and all other kinds of animation and video are accelerated without any need for codecs on the Thinclient 4) KVM and Audio redirection 5) Support for Hypervisors; Microsoft Hyper-V, VMware Virtual Server and VMware ESX 6) Standalone mode and full integration with VDIworks VDP Management Platform and Connection Broker 7) Support for embedded SKUs of Windows for deployment on Thinclients 8) Support for 1:1 operation; Server, Blade PC... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Qualcomm's Snapdragon Platform Gains Momentum Among Leading Software Developers Jun 1, 2009
"ThunderSoft's advanced Millos Linux solution is specifically optimized for Qualcomm's Snapdragon platform to provide intuitive 2D and 3D user interfaces, excellent multimedia performance with hardware codec support, and push mail," said Hongfei Zhao, vice president of business development for ThunderSoft. "With all these powerful features combined with Snapdragon's revolutionary performance, we are pleased to be working with Qualcomm to deliver a distinguished user experience to consumers and... (PR Newswire)
First Clips and Screen Shots: G1 Gets Video Recording Through Android Update May 31, 2009
The G1 records 3gp videos encoded with the h.263 video codec. There are two recording modes: High-quality offers you a resolution of 352288 and a 360 Kbps bit rate while the low-quality setting comes with a resolution of 176x144 and a bit rate of 192 Kbps. (Salon)
HD Advisor XIV May 23, 2009
The level of compression and the codec used will vary by provider. Some services are now using MPEG-4 to reduce these types of artifacts with low bit-rate transmissions, but many others are still using inefficient MPEG-2. (Multichannel News)
Taken Blu-ray May 20, 2009
40:1 widescreen using the AVC MPEG-4 codec on a dual-layered BD50 disc taking up 38. 4 gigs of disc space. (IGN FilmForce)
Heavyweight Appointments for MXP4 as Momentum Builds May 14, 2009
Greenhall is co-founder and former CEO and Chairman of DivX Inc, whose MPEG-4 codec has been downloaded 240 million times since 2003, and is licensed by some of the world's largest consumer electronics manufacturers. Greenhall has also served as VP with digital media company MP3. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
How to Watch Movies Online For Free May 13, 2009
Some sites will ask the user to download a specific codec in order to play the content. Less reputable websites may include spyware or adware in that download, requiring the user to accept specific terms before allowing the movie to be played online for free. (Suite101.com)
Photo Release -- The Institute for Information Industry and Newport Digital Technologies, Inc. Develop Military Grade Hand-Held RFID Reader With Industry-First Security Features for Major Telecom May 13, 2009
5G optional AC-97 codec, built-in internal speaker Two USB Type A connectors One USB mini Type B connector Two RS-232 (full) One RJ-45 for Ethernet One CF slot. ITRI has significant experience in industrial RFID technologies from asset tracking to global container tracking systems,'' said Paul Chang. (Primezone Releases)
Texas Instruments demonstrates eight channels of H.264 main profile encoding at D1 resolution on a single processor at IFSEC for lower cost surveillance applications May 12, 2009
This single processor offering also provides legacy codec support of MPEG-4 and JPEG encode and decode at the same density ... TI also provides multi-channel H.264, MPEG-4 and JPEG codecs for digital media processors based on DaVinci(TM) technology ... These production-tested, optimized video codecs are available directly from TI for simple, one-step product development. (PR Newswire)
Fujitsu Releases New Full HD H.264/MPEG-2 Transcoder ICs May 9, 2009
These new transcoder products use Fujitsu Microelectronics' low power consumption technologies that have been used in its previously announced H.264 Full HD CODEC ICs, including utilizing proprietary video algorithms developed by Fujitsu Laboratories, that maintain high video quality while reducing the processing load ... (1) MPEG-2: A video compression format (codec) that is part of the MPEG standard for video compression ... (2) H.264: Refers to MPEG4 AVC/H.264, a video-encoding format (codec)... (JCN Network, Japan)
Pioneer Introduces Three New HDD-based CYBER NAVI Car Navigation Systems in Japan May 7, 2009
ATRAC Advanced Lossless is used as the codec to record CDs onto the system's hard disk to achieve high sound quality recordings that retain the sound quality of the original CDs. Data is compressed to 50%*4 of that of the original CD without the loss of any musical information. (JCN Network, Japan)
WIN a Core i7 Upgrade Kit valued at $2,200 Apr 30, 2009
15s of voice codec simulation takes 30+ minutes of PC times. And STALKER game, I love this one, both parts. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Human Monitoring Announces New Ultra-Low Latency H.264 Encoder Leveraging DaVinci™ Technology from Texas Instruments Apr 20, 2009
Amongst HM's products are H.264 Encoders, Video Stabilizers, Panoramic-Stitching, Image Compression (based on H.264 video codec) and Motion-Compensated De-Interlacer; all of which are based on the company's intellectual property and patent-pending technology. HM's Corporate Headquarters is located in Israel, Tel Aviv area, and sales are preformed globally with a network of partners, semiconductor vendors and distributors. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Panasonic's High Definition Equipment to be Used as Video Shooting and Recording System for Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games Apr 20, 2009
"In the HD age, Panasonic will provide tapeless and High Definition video equipment during the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games, including the P2 HD series camcorders and related equipment incorporating the latest video codec 'AVC-Intra,' in addition to the proven 'DVCPRO HD' format. The P2 HD series employs reusable, solid-state memory based on a no-moving-parts design, which has significantly reduced the need for replacing parts, unlike conventional tape-based and disc systems. In this... (PR Newswire)
COURT: ONE YEAR IN PRISON FOR FILESHARING...FOUNDERS OF WEBSITE JAILED IN LANDMARK TRIAL... Apr 18, 2009
I remind everyone that the copyright was originally a plaque like a taxi medallion making it illegal to have a printing press and make copies unless you were displaying the plaque from the king, or originally Queen Elizabeth I. When it cost a million dollars (in today;s dollars) of capital equipment to set up a studio and make records the "suits" established their existing one-sided relationship with the "talent." Now that ;talent; can operate from the capital that would buy a used car they do... (The Drudge Report)
ARM-based netbooks struggle with video, software Apr 14, 2009
Separately, many Web video sites are transitioning from Flash to the H.264 codec already supported in most ARM-based chips. But that also requires significant work on wrappers and software frameworks for transferring and playing H.264 video over the Web, he said. (EETimes)
ATEME Brings Uncompromised Quality to NAB Apr 9, 2009
With 10-bit AVC/H.264 encoding content is maintained throughout IP/MPLS network at the same resolution and picture information level as source, ensuring pristine video quality throughout as well as increasing capacity over DVB-S2 satellite feeds with two HD streams instead of just one with the legacy codec. Accelerating content to Multi-screen from HD to mobile. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
8 Mile Review Apr 8, 2009
35:1 widescreen using the VC-1 codec on a single-layered BD50 disc. The DVD of this film has always been touted as rather great, and this high-def encode does a fine job presenting an even better experience, representative of the theatrical print. (IGN FilmForce)
Digital View's Digital Signage Workhorse Gets High Definition Upgrade Apr 7, 2009
Supported codec formats include MPEG-1, MPEG-2 (PS, TS), MPEG-4 (DivX, XviD, AVC, H.264), QuickTime, Windows Media Video (VC1) with the following container formats. mpg. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Bedtime Stories Apr 7, 2009
35:1 widescreen using the AVC MPEG-4 codec on a dual-layered BD50 disc. I was immediately disappointed by the film's usual color toning and black levels. (IGN FilmForce)
DVRs Roam the House Apr 5, 2009
The series also supports Tru2way, 1-GHz tuning, an MPEG-4 (H.264) codec and optional MoCA support. Our next-generation set-top box platform represents the foundation for innovative new multimedia services as delivered by service providers in the home, said Cisco Service Group senior vice president and general manager Tony Bates. (Multichannel News)
Ask the AD -- March Edition Apr 2, 2009
The two most important factors in encoding are the bit rate and the codec (encoder) ... Regarding the codec, we use Flash, which is a mainstream method of streaming. (Siusalukis.com)
Review: Skype Version 4.0 for Windows Mar 28, 2009
0 uses a new audio codec that consumes only half the bandwidth of the old one. Convenience Features. (SmallBusinessComputing)
First Look: The New Mobile Firefox Browser Mar 20, 2009
Flash and other video codec support: Fennec boasts the ability to play anything from Flash to Quicktime to Silverlight. However, in my tests Fennec didn't fare well for playing video. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Microsoft cites design updates as economic booster Mar 19, 2009
Silverlight 3 also features hardware-based graphics acceleration; codec support for H264, AAC, and MPEG-4; and a bitstream APIs for developers to add their own codecs. Version 3 will support search engine optimization, improved text quality, and multitouch systems. (InfoWorld)
Fujitsu IP-9500 MPEG-4 AVC Encoder now Features DVB-S and DVB-S2 Modulation Capabil Mar 17, 2009
Sunnyvale, CA, Mar 17, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a leading supplier of innovative computer products and broadcast solutions, announced today that the Fujitsu IP-9500e MPEG-4 AVC codec now features Digital Video Broadcasting-Satellite (DVB-S) and Digital Video Broadcasting-Satellite-Second Generation (DVB-S2) modulation functionality to transmit HD signals over satellite links. The integration of DVB-S/S2 capabilities into the IP-9500 eliminates the need... (JCN Network, Japan)
CORRECTING AND REPLACING iheartradio app sees one million iPhone downloads; BlackBerry is next Mar 17, 2009
Clear Channel Radio streams iheartradio content at 64kbytes and uses the AAC audio codec format instead of MP3. The vastly superior listener experience and massive selection of content has quickly translated to impressive audience statistics. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Punisher Review Mar 17, 2009
35:1 widescreen using the AVC MPEG-4 codec on a dual-layered BD50 disc. Bright, vibrant and splashy are the words of the day. (IGN FilmForce)
Defense in stabbing case says videos won't play Mar 12, 2009
Rantagraph wrote on Mar 11, 2009 4:46 PM:" get VLC media player or Media Player Classic. then get the klite codec pack as suggested. You should be able to play ANYTHING.... " ... Blue Lincoln wrote on Mar 11, 2009 3:26 PM:" It's incredible to me that these high paid professional people don't know the answer to this "problem" and can't figure out how to get the answer. Okay, so here's my $600 per hour solution: What format was the DVD burnt in? Okay, since that drew a blank, try this: go to... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Koobface, Other Worms Target Facebook Friends Mar 9, 2009
The old is using fake codec Trojans linked to a saucy video to induce the user to install the malware. Argast said people can protect themselves by running up-to-date antivirus software, restricting which Facebook applications they install, thinking twice before clicking on links from friends and never, never installing a codec from some random Web site in the hopes of catching some celebrity in a compromised situation. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
A plug-and-play way to convert your media Mar 6, 2009
I used the software to record old Greek cassette tapes for my parents into both WAV and FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) formats (MP3 and AAC are the other two). I had a simple tape player connected with a line-in cable to an extension that had the red and white audio plugs at the end, making it easy to plug directly into the iRecord Pro. (Globe and Mail)
New TMS320DM365 processor from Texas Instruments provides pixel-perfect 1080p H.264 video flexibility without the design complexity Mar 3, 2009
The DM365 includes production-qualified H.264, MPEG-4, MPEG-2, MJPEG and VC1 codecs, an integrated image signal processing (ISP) solution for intelligent video processing capabilities and a suite of on-board peripherals, saving developers up to 25 percent on their system cost (). Video designers of media playback and camera-driven applications, such as video doorbells and portable media players, can expand their product portfolio on one platform with the ability to select the right HD video... (PR Newswire)
5 Facebook Scams: Protect Your Profile Feb 27, 2009
"The link promises an enticing video, but when the user clicks, he is presented with a Web page with a fake Adobe Flash update or a fake codec that needs to be downloaded," explains Ryan Naraine, a security evangelist with Kaspersky Lab. "That download is malware.". (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Spotify could become the best music service ever Feb 25, 2009
Songs are encoded in the Ogg Vorbis codec, which offers higher quality-per-bitrate than MP3, and distributed on demand using the Torrent protocol. But of course there's a catch: Spotify is only available in some European countries, and the free version is invite-only, which has made me skeptical. (CNET News)
Panasonic is on a roll Feb 25, 2009
The camera can shoot videos using the AVCHD Lite codec at up to 1,280 x 720pixels ... 1-megapixel digicam also incorporates high-definition video recording via the AVCHD Lite codec, which Panasonic claims gives you better quality than Motion JPEG and yet takes up half the storage space ... The company says that with AVCHD Lite, a 4GB SDHC card can store up to 40 minutes of HD-quality video compared with just 20 minutes using the Motion JPEG codec. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Recession Pushes HD Video to Local Digital Signage Feb 24, 2009
express users are able to upload Flash, MPEG4 and Quicktime video and compress it using h264 video codec which was chosen for its file size and quality, ensuring a stellar final result. Devin Imamura, Director of Product Development at. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Exchange Media Corp., plans to launch Mobile Multi-Media platform Feb 20, 2009
The software will support all international audio/video codec based standards and will utilize the most efficient compression and optimization technology to help customers save bandwidth and money. Mr. Shah stated, "Exchange Media has a unique and solid business foundation, and appreciates the opportunity to sponsor the Quality, and focus on countries that are known as emerging markets, where they have millions of new Mobile phone subscribers added annually.". (PR Newswire)
More product information: Feb 19, 2009
P5N73-AM with NVIDIA GeForce 7050/nForce 610i chipset inside supports Intel 45nm multi-core CPU and features 1333MHz FSB, high performance integrated graphics engine, DDR2 800 (O.C.) memory, and HD audio codec. Users can experience faster graphics performance and higher video quality today. (CNET News)
On2 Technologies' VP7 Video Codec is Selected by 21ViaNet for New VOD Services Feb 17, 2009
CLIFTON PARK, N.Y., Feb. 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- On2 Technologies, a leader in video compression solutions, announced today it has licensed its VP7 video codec to 21ViaNet (China), Inc. Founded in 1996, 21ViaNet is the leading carrier-neutral IDC service provider in China ... The company has expansive partnerships with China's major telecom operators including China Telecom and China Unicom, as well as major content providers like CCTV. As part of its ongoing commitment to provide its... (PR Newswire)
On2 Technologies Licenses Video Codecs to Shanghai InfoTM Feb 16, 2009
Hantro hardware video codecs enable high performance video in low powered chipsets by offloading the computational complexity of encoding and decoding video from the CPU core. Characterized by highly efficient bus and silicon area utilization, the video codecs provide semiconductor manufacturers with an extremely cost effective solution ... Hantro codecs enable video in devices ranging from mobile phones to high definition televisions. (PR Newswire)
Esolo "MP4": Apple Nano clone adds some extras Feb 10, 2009
Either way, the AK1025 supports all MP3, MP4 and JPEG decoding along with the audio CODEC and LCD driver functions on a chip just 3. 6 x 3. (EETimes)
iPod vs the rest Feb 9, 2009
Depending on these factors, an iPod may be the way to go, but other brands may in fact offer better value for money, more features (lossless codec support/changeable batteries, etc) and/or better value for money. My current portable player is a fairly basic Sony 2GB stick-drive looking thingy, and to be honest, I don't need 160GB of my music library with me, when I update the music collection every week or so. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
JVC Introduces New Final-Cut-Pro-6-Ready Solid State Camcorder Feb 8, 2009
In addition, compatibility with major non-linear editing (NLE) systems requires codec converting or re-wrapping format files, a process that significantly slows down the post production process ... Drawing from its experience in developing encoders currently used in broadcast applications, JVC developed a proprietary codec capable of providing highly efficient compression up to 35 megabits per second, a bit rate supporting full 1920 x 1080 encoding in the HQ mode. (JCN Network, Japan)
Cable Operators Feb 8, 2009
After introducing the first 3-D codec that was compatible with full HD stereoscopic broadcast. Posted: Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:50:58 GMT. (Multichannel News)
Is it Windows 7 or KDE 4? Feb 7, 2009
An XBox is only $NZ 500-600, and a PS3 id ony just under $NZ800, and that is the cost of a pair of ATI cards for gaming, then there is the world of - "Well it works OK, then I installed this other game that updated something, then the other games just crash now, or my work apps now don't (work that is) come on Anonymous -- 07/02/09 well, if they have to jump through the hoops to configure wine in order to get something working, anything, then that is something that does nto work. It is not... (ZDNet.com.au)
