Netflix is changing how users will stream video. New technology will improve Netflix's streaming quality, making binge watching much easier, according to Time. In the process, Netflix will also be saving its customers a lot of data.
Netflix is in the process or re-encoding its library of TV show and movies, according to Fortune. When they are done, the files will be able to automatically identify how much data they need to use, and will shrink to the appropriate file size. This will also result in a saved bandwidth of up to 20 percent for the company and its consumers.
The process currently taking place will also allow these video files to identity the kind of device they will be viewed on, according to Engadget. This will allow for faster downloads and less buffer time.
The improved technology will greatly benefit the company, convincing more customers to stream video on devices other than laptops, like tablets and mobile devices, according to Time. Currently, Netflix accounts for more than one third of all Internet traffic.
Netflix has been testing this improved technology over the last few months, according to Fortune. And for anyone worried that the difference will be noticeable, in a negative way, they will be pleased to hear that not even Netflix employees could see a difference.
