Latest news articles related to codecs & multimedia.
MPC-BE 1.8.1: New Format Support and Library Updates
In its latest 1.8.1 release, MPC-BE (Media Player Classic - Black Edition) introduces updated features and increased stability.
GIMP 3.0 Release Candidate Arrives as Full Release Nears
The release of GIMP 3.0 is approaching, marked by the recent launch of its first Release Candidate.
Microsoft Drops Built-In Dolby Digital (AC-3) Codec
While the latest version (24H2), Microsoft removes the built-in AC-3 codec, upgrades from older versions may retain it.
No More TikTok Music
ByteDance is pulling the plug on TikTok Music globally.
Windows 11 Update Brings Better Streaming with AV1 Codec
AV1 Codec Support in Windows 11 Brings Smoother Streaming and Better Performance.
New Native Dark Mode for VLC
The VLC Media Player 3.0 nightly build now features a native Dark Mode—here's how to apply it.
Why Amazon Acquired MX Player?
Amazon has officially acquired MX Player, one of India’s leading video streaming platforms.
Light Image Resizer 7.0.7 Adds HEIC Conversion
Light Image Resizer 7.0.7 Adds HEIC Conversion and WebP Lossless Compression.
Foobar2000 2.1.6 is Tuning Up for a Smoother Ride
This update focuses on streamlining performance and enhancing stability across multiple formats.
ACDSee Photo Studio 2025 Released with Exciting New Features
Discover the latest features in ACDSee Photo Studio 2025 that will improve your photo editing and management workflow!
AMD Releases Preview Driver with AFMF 2 for Better Gaming Performance
This driver gives a glimpse of future gaming improvements, offering a smoother and more immersive experience.
Simple Video Editor 2.0 Delivers Big Performance Boosts
LightGuide, Inc. has released version 2.0 of Simple Video Editor with major performance improvements.
Zoom Player 19.5 Released with Advanced IPTV Support
Zoom Player 19.5 is now available, bringing major improvements, especially for IPTV users.
DaVinci Resolve 19 Released with Updated Features
Blackmagic Design has released DaVinci Resolve 19, bringing significant improvements.
Snagit 2024.2 Brings Major Improvements
Snagit 2024.2 Brings Major Improvements to Video Recording and User Interface.
MPC-BE 1.7.3: A Smoother Media Experience
The latest update to MPC-BE, version 1.7.3, brings several improvements that boost the media player's performance and usability.
OBS Studio 30.2 Released with Major Updates
OBS Studio 30.2 has been released, featuring enhanced D3D12 game capture, AV1 encoding and numerous bug fixes.
Roku Sued Over HEVC Patent Infringement
Roku, a popular brand of digital media players known for enabling streaming of various content from the internet to TVs, is facing a legal challenge over HEVC patent infringement.
Netflix’s Encoding Evolution
Initially, Netflix used a fixed set of encoding recipes, delivering different bitrates based on device and bandwidth.
Meta Presents MLow: A New Low-Bitrate Audio Codec
Meta has just announced its new low-bitrate audio codec, MLow.
