Samhainuk

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How can we get something done about BBC iPlayer? in c/apple@hardware.watch
[–] Samhainuk@alien.top 1 points 10 months ago

Given the fact everything supports HLS, the BBC choosing Moeg Dash is a weird decision.

How can we get something done about BBC iPlayer? in c/apple@hardware.watch
[–] Samhainuk@alien.top 1 points 10 months ago (2 children)

But what are they doing differently? HLS vs moeg-dash? HLS is just as popular as dash and was around before it. It’s unrealistic to expect everyone to support the BBC’s preference when there are two very popular protocols.

How can we get something done about BBC iPlayer? in c/apple@hardware.watch
[–] Samhainuk@alien.top 1 points 10 months ago (4 children)

Really this is just an excuse for the BBC’s shitty behavior. Why would anyone expect different devices to have the same solution? BT sports were able to deliver 4K content, Netflix, Disney, Amazon are all able to do so as well. The truth is they just don’t see the value, probably because of market share. HLS vs Dash isn’t the barrier they are making out. They receive public money, they should be obliged to provide a similar service on all their supported devices.