Montreal, Canada – June 2, 2021 – Haivision (TSX: HAI), a leading global provider of mission-critical, real-time video streaming and networking solutions, today announced an update to the Makito X4, the company’s flagship ultra–l
“Today’s broadcast networks de
The specific improvements in the newest release of the Makito X4 encoder include:
- Enhanced Video Quality – suppo
rt for High Dynamic Range (HDR) and Wide Color Gamut (WCG) encoding for video contributio n to complete the highest quality camera to production workflow. - Lower Latency – up to 25% reduction in the amount of time to encode video by taking advantage of advanced slice-based encoding techniques.
- Increased Timing Precision – enabling synchroni
zed multiple-camera streaming for real-time on-premise or cloud-native live broadcast production. - HEVC over RTSP – a uniquely capable, extremely high performance, and high picture quality alternati
ve to fuel video management software (VMS) platforms
The Makito X4 video encoder is a core “edge device” and part of Haivision’s intelligent–edg
Haivision will showcase the latest Makito X4 release in th
About Haivision
Haivision is a leading global provider of mission-critical, real-time video streaming and networking solutions. Our connected cloud and intelligent edge technologies enable organizations globally to engage audiences, enhance collaboration, and support decision making. We provide high quality, low latency, secure, and reliable live video at a global scale. Haivision open sourced its award-winning SRT low latency video streaming protocol and founded the SRT Alliance to support its adoption. Awarded an Emmy® for Technology and Engineering from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Haivision continues to fuel the future of IP video transformation. Founded in 2004, Haivision is headquartered in Montreal and Chicago with offices, sales, and support located throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Learn more at haivision.com.