/plushcap/analysis/cloudflare/magic-hdmi-cable

Stream with sub-second latency is like a magical HDMI cable to the cloud

What's this blog post about?

Cloudflare Stream has released an open beta version that supports video playback with sub-second latency over SRT or RTMPS at scale. The service is designed to deliver low-latency video content globally, making it ideal for live streaming applications where real-time interaction between viewers and broadcasters is crucial. Cloudflare Stream uses a serverless dynamic topology that minimizes latency by routing the video as much as possible within its network. The platform supports various video protocols such as RTMPS, SRT, HLS, and DASH, allowing users to choose the best option for their specific needs.

Company
Cloudflare

Date published
May 13, 2022

Author(s)
J. Scott Miller, Renan Dincer

Word count
1262

Language
English

Hacker News points
7


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