Category: Direct-to-Consumer & Streaming

Introduction AWS Elemental MediaLive is a broadcast-grade video encoder with a comprehensive suite of metrics that can be monitored for stream quality and health, along with a full set of alerts that can be acted upon to ensure the best viewer experience. There are scenarios where a source is present on a MediaLive input but the […]

In the realm of digital streaming, efficient video encoding is critical in achieving optimal performance and cost-effective transmission to end-user devices. However, video encoding introduces the potential for quality loss, leading to a subpar end-user experience. This concern is further exacerbated in the realm of live streaming, where latency is a critical factor, and only […]

Amazon Web Services (AWS) recently launched a Thumbnail Image Preview feature as part of the AWS Elemental MediaLive service. This new feature not only provides a mechanism for quality control of live content, but also enables integration with media analysis services, like Amazon Rekognition, to automate content review and validate workflows. MediaLive automatically generates thumbnails […]

This blog is co-authored by Francois Guilleautot, Director of cloud solutions, Ateme. Growing expectations for cloud DVR recording Since its introduction at the 1999 CES show in Las Vegas, Digital Video Recording (DVR) has existed in various forms. While the technology is not new (Ateme has offered DVR solutions since 2016), the transition to over-the-top […]

Audio is a crucial component in media, elevating content beyond the visual and evoking a wide range of emotions. However, misconfiguring audio can negatively impact how your audience perceives and comprehends your content, resulting in a subpar user experience. Therefore, it’s essential to configure audio correctly in media to ensure your content is fully appreciated. […]

This blog is co-authored by Winnie Cruzan, Senior Content Marketing Manager at OnePlan and Cem Kilinic, Senior Architect at OnePlan. Introduction In the ever-evolving world of venue management, staying ahead of the curve is paramount to success. As venue owners strive to deliver unforgettable experiences at their stadiums, arenas, conference centres and beyond, the power […]

This blog was co-authored by Hector Zelaya, WebRTC.Ventures WebRTC Developer Advocate. Let your customers experience the future of shopping with live selling: the ultimate blend of online convenience and live video excitement. No crowds, no endless searching—just dynamic, engaging shopping online. In the same vein, allow sellers to add images and QR codes in real […]

As content providers look to streamline their video workflows, the expert media infrastructure architects at LOGIC are helping customers realize their visions via its PORTAL solution for remote orchestration. Built on Amazon Web Services (AWS), PORTAL simplifies the implementation of cloud-based media workflows by serving as an abstraction layer for AWS solutions. LOGIC customers, primarily […]

Introduction Are you in the Media & Entertainment (M&E) industry using AWS Elemental services to provide efficient streaming and live content to your customers? Have you been looking for information on different media origin offerings for your content distribution workflows? This blog discusses the primary media origins for media and entertainment workloads, along with technical […]

Amazon Web Services (AWS) customers are increasingly aware of energy consumption and carbon footprint associated with IT and media workflows. They seek guidance about how to reduce unnecessary resource usage. For customers looking to optimize AWS architecture for energy efficiency, we offer the Sustainability Pillar of the AWS Well-Architected Framework. The Sustainability Pillar provides design principles, […]