The development team behind the awesome VLC media player has this week announced they have been silently working on a Universal Windows version of their VLC media player software which is now nearly complete and ready to launch. This new version aims to provide a seamless experience across all Windows 10 devices, including PCs, tablets, smartphones, and even the HoloLens.
Features and Improvements
The new VLC Universal Windows 10 app will be available as a public beta to download and test out from next week and is expected to be officially launched sometime early next month during May 2016, say the developers. This Universal Windows Platform (UWP) app is designed to take full advantage of the Windows 10 ecosystem, offering a more integrated and consistent user experience.
One of the key features of the new VLC UWP app is its ability to run on a wide range of devices. This includes not just traditional desktops and laptops, but also mobile devices running Windows 10 Mobile, IoT devices, and even the HoloLens. This cross-device compatibility ensures that users can enjoy their media content seamlessly, regardless of the device they are using.
Technical Challenges and Solutions
Thomas Nigro from Fox Coding explains more over on the official VLC Blog:
We’ve been quite silent on our work toward building the VLC app for Windows 10. We didn’t want to set any deadline until we were 100% confident, so we wouldn’t overpromise and underdeliver.
Windows 10 Mobile: Redstone only, TH2 will probably not be supported. This is because of technical limitations around Background audio APIs, and bad drivers on the phones not receiving the RS1 bits. Next week! And this week for VIPs (¬‿¬)
The decision to support only Windows 10 Mobile Redstone (RS1) and not TH2 is due to several technical limitations. One of the primary challenges is the background audio APIs, which are crucial for a media player like VLC. Additionally, some older phones have problematic drivers that do not work well with the RS1 bits, making it difficult to ensure a smooth experience on those devices.
Despite these challenges, the development team has made significant progress. The new VLC UWP app promises to bring all the beloved features of the VLC media player, such as support for a wide range of audio and video formats, subtitle synchronization, and network streaming capabilities. Moreover, the app will also include new features that leverage the capabilities of Windows 10, such as Cortana integration for voice commands and Continuum support for a more flexible user experience.
For more information on the new VLC UWP, jump over to the official VLC Blog website for details via the link below.
Source: NeoWin
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