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LAS VEGAS - April 6, 2025 - PRLog -- At this year's NAB Show, Nokia, a member of the Media Coding Industry Forum, will demonstrate the latest advancements in video compression and enhancement leveraging artificial intelligence to deliver higher quality video at lower bitrates—without additional transmission cost or device complexity.According to Sebastian Schwarz, Head of Video Coding Systems at Nokia Technologies, the demonstration will highlight the integration of Versatile Video Coding (VVC) with Versatile Supplemental Enhancement Information (VSEI) and real-time neural network post-filters—an innovative combination that promises to significantly improve end-user video experiences for streaming service providers, broadcasters, and device manufacturers.What's on Display?Nokia's demonstration shows how neural network filters—executed in real-time on commercial off-the-shelf hardware—can dynamically enhance video quality after decoding. These AI-powered filters, designed to restore visual detail and improve image fidelity, are guided by real-time metadata updates embedded in the video bitstream via the VSEI standard.For this showcase, Nokia is using a standard Intel Lunar Lake laptop equipped with a built-in Neural Processing Unit (NPU) and hardware VVC decoding capabilities. This setup enables real-time application of neural network post-filters directly on the playback device—without requiring any specialized or proprietary hardware.A Real-Time Leap in EfficiencyThe practical impact is striking: Nokia demonstrates how content can be transmitted at a slightly lower quality—saving approximately 5% in bitrate—while still delivering perceptually equivalent visual quality to viewers using these AI filters. This lightweight enhancement method adds no overhead to systems that do not support it, and gracefully scales quality for those that do.Why It MattersThis technology empowers streaming platforms and content providers to:
LAS VEGAS - April 6, 2025 - PRLog -- At NAB Show 2025, Intel Corporation, a member of the Media Coding Industry Forum (MC-IF), will demonstrate the latest advancements in Versatile Video Coding (VVC) hardware decoding, showcasing enhanced video playback on the Lunar Lake processor.The demonstration will feature 8K video running on an Intel laptop that is integrated with the next-generation technology from Intel. According to Narifumi Iwamoto, Principal Engineer at Intel, VVC-enabled hardware decoding delivers five times better video playback at 60 frames-per-second in comparison to previous iterations of software-only decoding.Intel will also provide a second Intel laptop to demonstrate 4K video running through software-based decoding to clarify the difference between hardware and software decoding in terms of performance and power consumption.Supporting a Premium Video ExperienceIntel's demonstration shows how an excellent video playback experience can be achieved while viewing 8K content on a commercially available laptop.By combining the power of the Intel's Lunar Lake processor and the VVC standard's higher compression efficiencies and improved video quality at lower bitrates, attendees can see the clarity and responsiveness in the delivery of the video content. The additional benefits of this integration will also be evident as a result of reduced power consumption and decreased fan noise on laptops while displaying resource-intensive 8K video.Why This Technology MattersThis showcase illustrates how broadcasters, streaming service providers and software developers can deploy new solutions and applications to enhance content delivery while maintaining high-quality experiences and optimizing operational efficiencies.According to Yi-jen Chiu, Senior Principal Engineer, Media Architect at Intel, the form factor is significant."This type of speed and performance is expected from equipment that might go into a server rack or mobile production truck. We have integrated this technology into a highly accessible laptop that can easily be incorporated into broadcasting or streaming service workflows," Yi-Jen stated.Iwamoto pointed out that this demonstration should also capture the interest of people and organizations associated with open source projects."There are a great number of developers that are using open source libraries or programs to optimize codecs or improve their efficiency. Readily available VVC-enabled hardware allows these open source communities to experiment and develop applications with VVC, further supporting the evolution of video content creation and distribution," he said.Who Should See This DemoThis demonstration is particularly relevant for:
LAS VEGAS - April 5, 2025 - PRLog -- The Media Coding Industry Forum (MC-IF) returns to Las Vegas for the 2025 NAB Show to demonstrate next-generation use cases leveraging Versatile Video Coding (VVC).The improved efficiency and performance of video delivery remains a key component of the delivery of video content. Whether a broadcaster, streaming service provider or application developer, production workflows need to maintain a delicate balance between optimal bandwidth usage and delivery of high quality video for the end-user experience."What can be accomplished when leveraging the VVC standard's capabilities requires active exploration as there is potential for innovation that creates new streams of revenue generation. Whether it is broadcasters, streaming service providers, device manufacturers or developers, VVC provides higher compression efficiencies, low latency and reduced bandwidth consumption that impacts multiple parts of the media and entertainment ecosystem," said Justin Ridge, President of MC-IF.The mission of MC-IF is to promote greater awareness and support adoption of MPEG standards -- including VVC. MC-IF member organizations work throughout the year to communicate how the VVC standard offers improved coding efficiency and versatility for a wide range of video applications.Analysts, press and other parties interested in learning more or meeting with MC-IF member organizations can check out the following demonstrations from:
Shares of computer processor maker Intel (NASDAQ:INTC)
fell 10.9% in the afternoon session after China imposed a 34% tariff on all U.S. imports amid escalating trade war tensions. This was especially rough for the US chipmakers because a big chunk of their business leans on demand out of China. The new tariffs not only threaten to erode profit margins but also risk reducing market share.
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TSMC is set to acquire a 20% stake in a joint venture with Intel to address the U.S. chipmaker's ongoing struggles, including its $18.8 billion net loss in 2024, as part of a broader effort to revive Intel's fortunes amid pressure from U.S. government officials.
