Summer 2013

Magazine Features

The Rise of the Second Screen and the Future of Television

Tablets and mobile devices are playing a central role in the age-old battle to own the consumer, but technical and behavioural challenges remain.

Making Sense of Online Video Advertising

With a mix of video formats, delivery platforms, and ad types, online video advertising is anything but simple. Learn where the industry is now and where it's going in the near future.

The Future of HEVC: It's Coming, but with Plenty of Questions

Everyone agrees that HEVC is the codec of the future, but an unclear royalty picture and a paucity of compatible devices means widespread adoption is a long way off.

Streaming Forum Preview: Netflix Aims to "Delight" Customers

Netflix will kick off Streaming Forum 2013 with a panel discussion highlighting the unique challenges—and opportunities—for SVOD providers to build a content and service supply chain in Europe

Review: Telestream Vantage Transcode Multiscreen

It's a valuable addition to the Vantage Workflow family, but is Transcode Multiscreen the fastest encoder around? Read our detailed test results.

Wearable Computers Pit Real Reality Against Altered Reality

In this unhappy alternative future, wearable computers can be harmful to the wearer's health. Take note: Not every enhancement is an upgrade.

2K and 4K Televisions: Will Consumers Show an Interest?

Can 2K and 4K TVs generate the excitement that 3DTVs lacked? Manufacturers hope so. Here's what it will take.

The DRM Debate Is Dead and Both Sides Won

The video industry has learned from the music industry's disastrous example, and created fair rights management systems.

Commentary: DASH Is Overrated—Enough Already!

The problem MPEG-DASH solves isn't that big a deal, and it's not going to make anyone's life simpler in the short term.