Mei Ah adopts DivX HEVC video streaming for mobile devices

Mei Ah Enhances Secure Video Service with HEVC Using DivX® OmniView™

SAN DIEGO — IBC2014 — DivX, LLC, a leading provider of next-generation digital video solutions, today announced that Mei Ah Digital Technology Ltd., a member of the Mei Ah Entertainment Group, has upgraded its license agreement and will adopt the newly launched DivX® OmniView™ solution to power the delivery of high-quality on-demand DivX® HEVC video streaming to mobile devices.

DivX OmniView enables secure video distribution and playback across multiple screens, including Android, iOS, Web, PCs, Smart TVs and set-top boxes. With support for video up to 4K and advanced streaming features, such as multi-language subtitles, chapter points and smooth trick play, DivX enables OTT services to differentiate their experience as well as reduce operating costs using HEVC and DASH. In addition, with a base of over 1 billion DivX Certified® devices, DivX OmniView enables content providers and operators to extend the reach of their services to multiple screens and broaden their subscriber base.

“Our relationship with Mei Ah showcases the end-to-end support DivX® technologies provide to entertainment service providers, enabling them to deliver a seamless, high-quality video experience to their customers,” said Dr. Kanaan Jemili, CEO of DivX, LLC. “Our award-winning DivX HEVC technology enables incredible visual quality at remarkably efficient file sizes, and our proven DRM and content preparation tools offer a complete package for operators and content providers looking to launch a multi-screen video service.”

“DivX® OmniView™ will enable us give our users a better video experience, with the highest quality content delivered securely to multiple mobile devices,” said Steve Law, Executive Director of Mei Ah Digital Technology, Ltd. “We look forward to continuing our strong relationship with DivX to bring new and innovative technologies to the marketplace.”

Visit DivX at IBC 2014 in Hall 5, stand C10 from September 12 to September 16 to see a demonstration.