NBA League Pass: The Future of Online Sports Video
Go in-depth with NBA League Pass and find out why this streaming service has friends in high places — including the Oval Office.
DetailsBuyer’s Guide: Live Streaming Services
If you can turn on the webcam on your notebook, live streaming service providers can convert this input into a full-featured live streaming experience that you can share with a few close friends or a global audience. With multiple service providers a
DetailsBuyer’s Guide: Cameras
When it comes to producing video for streaming, choosing the right camera is Priority #1. The challenge is to choose the camera that is right for your application, at the right price, without short-changing your ability to do better work in the futur
DetailsBuyer’s Guide: Windows Production Stations
If you’re an editor or a compressionist, your livelihood depends upon the stability and throughput of your production station. If you plan to buy a new Windows workstation in 2012, here are some thoughts to consider when choosing and configurin
DetailsBuyer’s Guide: Online Video Platforms
Online video platforms (OVPs) encode, publish, and monitor on-demand and live video content. If your publishing needs are straightforward, any OVP will do, and price will likely guide your decision. Once you go beyond the basics, however, the field b
DetailsBuyer’s Guide: Light Kits
One of the most critical purchases a streaming producer can make is a light kit. In this article, I’ll explain the factors to consider when choosing a light kit and tell you when it makes sense to spend $3,000 rather than $150.
DetailsWarning: Watch Before Preparing Your PowerPoint
I’m preparing for multiple presentations over the next couple of weeks, and was Googling to find data on the effectiveness of learning aids in viewer retention and comprehension. Came across this video that every presenter should see while preparing their PowerPoints. The video is a teaser for a book entitled Habitudes for Communications by Dr.…
DetailsHP Updates Workhorse Z Workstation Line
HP’s Z workstations are widely used in video production and streaming encoding, and the dual CPU Z800 is a personal favorite. HP just announced updated versions of top 3 systems in the Z line, all capable of using the latest eight-core Intel CPUs. Here’s an excerpt from the press release. —Engineered for the most demanding…
DetailsQuickie Review of Video Compression for Flash, Apple Devices and HTML5
So, here I am at 3:38 on a Sunday AM, suffering from tummy rumbling insomnia fueled by massive chocolate over-indulgence at a dinner party last night (hey, I’m human). For some reason I thought vanity surfing would put me to sleep, but ended up finding this review of my book by Larry B that I…
DetailsChoosing an Online Video Platform? Here’s Your Buyer’s Guide
My buyer’s guide on online video platforms (OVPs) is up on StreamingMedia.com. Online video platforms (OVPs) encode, publish, and monitor on-demand and live video content. If your publishing needs are straightforward, any OVP will do, and price will likely guide your decision. Once you go beyond the basics, however, the field becomes narrower. In this…
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