You don’t notice good video compression—until it’s not there.
For years, people have streamed high-resolution video without thinking about the tech behind it. But when companies clash over which hardware, software, and services can use modern codecs like HEVC/H.265, the idea that it all “just works” quickly falls apart.
For some Dell and HP customers, that illusion has already been shattered. When the companies disabled HEVC support built into the CPUs of select PCs, it raised uncomfortable questions: Why remove a capability that’s already a part of third-party hardware? What do OEMs and chipmakers pay to support HEVC—and are HEVC patent holders effectively double-dipping on licensing fees and royalties?
This is an insightful post! It’s interesting to see how the complexities of licensing can impact video technology. Good video compression really does make a difference in our viewing experience, even if we don’t always notice it. Thanks for shedding light on this important topic!
Thank you for your comment! It’s indeed fascinating how licensing issues can shape technology adoption. Additionally, the shift towards alternatives like AV1 highlights the industry’s ongoing struggle to balance quality and cost in video compression.