Microsoft has confirmed that its August 2025 security updates can break NDI-based streaming on affected Windows PCs, producing severe stutter, dropped frames, and choppy audio/video when Network Device Interface (NDI) is used with its default Reliable UDP (RUDP) transport — a regression that...
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The Google Play Store’s “top free” app list continues to set the tone for what’s trending in the digital lives of millions of Android users, and this week’s chart offers a snapshot of widespread interests and emerging technology. With applications like ChatGPT, Kuku TV, Meesho, Seekho, and...
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The announcement that Google Chrome is set to add PlayReady DRM support for Windows 11 marks a significant development in the ongoing battle for supremacy in the high-quality video streaming landscape. For years, Google’s browser has trailed behind Microsoft Edge in supporting hardware-secure...
High Efficiency Video Coding, widely recognized by its technical acronym HEVC or H.265, has dramatically transformed the landscape of digital video compression. Today, the efficiency of this codec is at the center of both technical innovation and consumer frustration, particularly for users of...
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Microsoft’s ongoing campaign to solidify Edge as the browser of choice for both enterprise and everyday users gains new momentum with the release of version 138.0.3351.77. This update, while compact in scope, delivers two noteworthy enhancements: an immediate fix for a widespread audio issue...
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Google’s escalating crackdown on ad blockers has reignited a debate that strikes at the heart of the modern web: the balance between user experience, platform sustainability, and digital monetization. What began as subtle warnings against third-party ad-blocking tools has, in recent months...
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For anyone seeking a modern, visually appealing, and highly functional video player on Windows, Screenbox has quickly emerged as a noteworthy contender in the saturated media playback arena. This free, open-source application is crafted specifically for Windows 11 and is already drawing...
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In the ever-evolving landscape of media players for Windows, Screenbox emerges as a compelling alternative to the venerable VLC Media Player. Combining the robust playback capabilities of VLC with a modern, user-friendly interface tailored for Windows 11, Screenbox offers a refreshing experience...
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Microsoft has recently introduced significant enhancements to High Dynamic Range (HDR) support in Windows 11, addressing longstanding user concerns and improving the overall visual experience. These updates provide users with greater control over HDR settings, particularly in streaming...
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In recent years, Microsoft has made concerted efforts to enhance accessibility, versatility, and user experience in Windows 11, introducing features that respond to the needs of a diversifying user base. Among these is the newly unveiled Multi-app Camera feature, presently available for testing...
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A New Chapter in Streaming Innovation
Netflix is stepping up its game with an AI-driven search experience that promises to transform the way users discover content. In a bold move that marries advanced artificial intelligence with user-oriented design, Netflix is piloting an OpenAI-powered...
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According to a recent article from MakeUseOf, titled "Here's How I Get the Best Out of HDR on Windows 11," many users encounter underwhelming HDR experiences straight out of the box when using Windows 11. The author shares insights on how to tweak settings to enhance the HDR...
Introduction
The anticipated Windows 11 update, known as version 24H2, is poised to introduce significant enhancements that could redefine the user experience on Windows computers. Among the most notable changes is the shift to the AV1 video codec, intended to improve graphics across the...
Microsoft is turning up the excitement with its latest preview for Windows 11 (version 24H2), which introduces an intriguing feature: a multi-app camera mode. This development, part of the Insider Preview Build 26120.1542, aims to allow users to stream video from their cameras across multiple...
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Occasionally, when watching a video* through Google Chrome, I notice CPU usage goes way up.
Resource Monitor shows it's due to a svchost process in charge of "DComLaunch, PlugPlay, Power".
For one, Sysinternals' psservice.exe says that the PlugPlay service is...
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