![]() Scale and quality have traditionally come at the sacrifice of speedy delivery, but that’s all changing with Apple’s release of Low-Latency HLS. With HLS, content distributors are able to ensure great viewing experiences across a wide range of devices, while relying on a content delivery network (CDN) for global delivery. This is because all Mac, Android, Microsoft, and Linux devices can play streams delivered using HLS. The popularity of HLS over its alternatives can be chalked up to playback compatibility and quality of experience. In our 2019 Video Streaming Latency Report, more than 45% of participants indicated that they use the HLS protocol for content distribution. This is especially likely if you’re using an Apple device. Regardless of whether you’re watching live streams via an app on your phone or binging on-demand content on your smart TV, the chances are that HLS streaming is involved. HLS is an adaptive HTTP-based format for transporting video and audio data from media servers to viewers’ screens. Transcoding for Adaptive Bitrate Streaming.What is HLS and how does it work? Buckle up, you’re in for a long ride. ![]() To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to aĪdobe Flash finally died last year, which is why Apple’s HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) protocol has become the preferred way to deliver streaming video to users. ![]()
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