Amazon Interactive Video Service (IVS) has gained popularity as a managed live streaming service that simplifies video delivery for developers. However, while IVS works well for specific use cases, it may not be the ideal solution for every streaming scenario. In this comprehensive comparison, we’ll explore when AWS IVS excels, where it falls short, and… Continue reading AWS IVS vs Red5: Choosing the Right Live Streaming Solution for Your Business
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What’s New in Red5 Pro v14.2.1 and Red5 Cloud v1.9.1?
Let’s take a look at the latest Red5 Pro and Red5 Cloud releases introduced since our previous blogs covering Red5 Pro v14.2.0 and Red5 Cloud v1.9.0. The latest updates introduce improvements and bug fixes to help you build even better real-time streaming workflows. Need a custom Red5 Pro or Cloud feature developed or want to… Continue reading What’s New in Red5 Pro v14.2.1 and Red5 Cloud v1.9.1?
AV1 vs VP9 vs. VP8: Complete Codec Evolution and Comparison for Live Streaming
Video codecs are the backbone of modern streaming technology, determining everything from video quality to bandwidth efficiency. Google’s open-source codec family—VP8, VP9, and AV1—represents a complete evolution of video compression technology over the past decade. Understanding the progression and differences between these codecs is crucial for streaming platforms, content creators, and developers making infrastructure decisions.… Continue reading AV1 vs VP9 vs. VP8: Complete Codec Evolution and Comparison for Live Streaming
Why AVC Just Won’t Die
H.264 (also known as Advanced Video Coding or AVC) remains the undisputed leader despite newer contenders like H.265/HEVC, VP9, and AV1. This nearly two-decade-old technology continues to dominate the streaming landscape for several compelling reasons that continue to make it the go-to choice for real-time applications. Many new challengers have arrived in 2013: H.264 and… Continue reading Why AVC Just Won’t Die
How to Use RTSP Protocol in Browsers (And Why Direct Integration Isn’t Possible)
Are you trying to display your RTSP camera feed in a web browser? You’re not alone. This is one of the most common challenges for developers working with IP cameras and surveillance systems. Unfortunately, there’s a hard truth: you cannot use RTSP protocol directly in web browsers. But don’t close this tab yet! While browsers… Continue reading How to Use RTSP Protocol in Browsers (And Why Direct Integration Isn’t Possible)
What is OBS Studio? The Ultimate Guide for Live Streaming with Red5 Pro
Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) Studio is a free, open-source application designed for capturing, compositing, encoding, recording, and streaming video content. Since its initial release in 2012, OBS has become the industry standard for content creators, streamers, educators, and businesses needing professional-quality live broadcasting capabilities without expensive hardware or software investments. OBS Studio’s popularity stems from… Continue reading What is OBS Studio? The Ultimate Guide for Live Streaming with Red5 Pro
Elevating Your Church’s Live Stream: Modern Solutions for Spiritual Connection
Live streaming has revolutionized how faith communities connect, allowing congregations to extend their reach beyond physical walls. For many churches, the pandemic accelerated digital transformation, but the quality of these streaming experiences varies dramatically. If your church’s live stream suffers from buffering, poor audio quality, or lacks engagement features, you’re missing opportunities to connect with… Continue reading Elevating Your Church’s Live Stream: Modern Solutions for Spiritual Connection
Boundless Possibilities Revealed in AI Integrations with Real Time Streaming
As artificial intelligence transforms operations across the video streaming ecosystem decision makers looking for real-time streaming solutions need to be sure they choose a platform that maximizes the AI potential in their use cases. That’s not always easy to do, given how quickly the latest generation of AI innovations has exploded into the marketplace. But… Continue reading Boundless Possibilities Revealed in AI Integrations with Real Time Streaming
Red5 Brings Distance Independence To the Revolution in Live Production
The tech-driven revolution unfolding in sports, news, real-time auctions, and other live program productions has set the stage for even greater gains in efficiency and revenue-generating power once distance is no longer an impediment to optimizing results. This blog explores how Red5’s TrueTime Studio and XDN architecture enable distance-independent live production, removing workflow bottlenecks caused… Continue reading Red5 Brings Distance Independence To the Revolution in Live Production
Why Live Streaming Auctions Need Real-Time Latency in 2025
The fast-paced world of online auctions demands the lowest possible latency. Here’s why milliseconds matter in today’s hybrid bidding environments. Auctioneers. You know, those people that sound like their fast-forward button is stuck. They get entire sentences out in the time it takes to blink. If one isn’t careful, placing a bid can be like… Continue reading Why Live Streaming Auctions Need Real-Time Latency in 2025