September 2018 Summaries

The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized real-time communication, enabling virtually any physical device to be connected to the internet and contribute to a new form of communication beyond laptops, tablets, or smartphones. Live streaming video has become popular on many platforms, allowing people to connect with family, friends, and coworkers via real-time voice and video regardless of their location. IoT devices such as smart doorbells, smartwatches, pet monitors, and telepresence robots are redefining modern connectivity by integrating live streaming technology. To ensure high quality experiences, IoT device companies should have access to distributed data centers and customize their products for compatibility across various user devices.

Agora Platform has released an SDK with new features and improvements for live broadcasts, including A/V fallback for unreliable network conditions, background images for live broadcast sessions, and the ability to set video encoder configurations. The platform aims to improve user experience by ensuring audio streams are optimized during poor network conditions, allowing professional-looking background images in live broadcasts, and enhancing video quality through better encoding configurations. Additionally, improvements have been made to voice and video scenarios, audio encoder efficiency, and overall audio quality.