Red5 on OCI vs AWS IVS: Why Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is an Excellent Choice for Live Streaming

As organizations evaluate live streaming solutions, Amazon Interactive Video Service (IVS) has emerged as a managed streaming option. However, while IVS serves basic streaming needs, organizations requiring enterprise-grade capabilities are increasingly choosing Red5 on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) for superior performance, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness. Let’s explore why Red5 on OCI provides a more comprehensive solution… Continue reading Red5 on OCI vs AWS IVS: Why Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is an Excellent Choice for Live Streaming

Real-Time Streaming Solutions for 2025: Red5 vs. Phenix vs. Dolby Optiview

When businesses need ultra-low latency streaming capabilities, the choice of platform can significantly influence the user experience. Whether you’re delivering live sports, interactive gaming, or real-time collaboration tools, milliseconds matter—especially when latency and interactivity are critical. In this blog, we compare three widely used real-time streaming platforms—Red5, Phenix, and Dolby Optiview—to help you evaluate which… Continue reading Real-Time Streaming Solutions for 2025: Red5 vs. Phenix vs. Dolby Optiview

AWS IVS vs Red5: Choosing the Right Live Streaming Solution for Your Business

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

AV1 vs VP9 vs VP8: Codec Comparison Guide 2025

We covered how VP9 compares to H.264 and H.265 in our previous blog. In this one, we’ll look at which codec comes out on top in the fight between VP8 vs VP9 vs AV1. You’ll learn how they differ in compression efficiency, encoding performance, HDR support, CPU consumption, browser support, licensing, bandwidth savings, supported streaming… Continue reading AV1 vs VP9 vs VP8: Codec Comparison Guide 2025

Why AVC Just Won’t Die

In this blog, you’ll learn why H.264 (AVC) remains the practical choice for real-time streaming at sub-250ms latency despite newer contenders. We compare H.264 with H.265/HEVC, VP9, and AV1 across compression efficiency, hardware acceleration, encoding speed, browser and mobile support, WebRTC compatibility, and licensing. You’ll also see when newer codecs make sense and what to… 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