Re: [rtcweb] VP8 vs H.264 - the core issue

cowwoc <cowwoc@bbs.darktech.org> Mon, 28 October 2013 03:21 UTC

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Subject: Re: [rtcweb] VP8 vs H.264 - the core issue
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On 27/10/2013 5:09 PM, Martin Thomson wrote:
> On 26 October 2013 15:47, cowwoc <cowwoc@bbs.darktech.org> wrote:
>> what's going on with Microsoft and Apple?
> I can't speak for Apple, or Microsoft.  However I am able to share
> some information.
>
>> What's their official position
>> regarding MTI?
> For Microsoft at least, their position on MTI remains that specifying
> MTI is not preferable.  You can find plenty of elaboration on this
> subject if you search around a little.  However, it is also
> Microsoft's view that it is extremely important to respect the
> consensus process.
>
>> Will it impact their intent to bundle WebRTC in their
>> browsers?
> That would be pure speculation.  Microsoft has a policy of not
> revealing any information about unreleased and unannounced products,
> and it seems like Apple act similarly.  I think it unlikely that you
> are going to get any information on this subject.  Asking repeatedly
> is likely to annoy more than it is to get more answers.  I suggest
> that you concentrate on the issues, and try to keep speculation to
> yourself.
Hi Martin,

     I understand. I'm happy to hear your official stance on MTI and 
Microsoft's commitment to the consensus process.

Thanks,
Gili