Av1 A recent update just brought AV1 support to your Android phone The decoder leverages a device's CPU to benefit video playback and reduce bandwidth. Budget Android phones may soon handle AV1 videos much smoother More Android devices could be in for better video playback in the future. Android 13 is still very new, but we're already talking about Android 14 Get ready for Android's Upside-Down Cake. Latest about Av1 AV1 codec: What it is and why it's so important for the future of video By Ara Wagoner last updated 14 July 20 Apps & Software Be an expert in 5 minutesGet the latest news from Android Central, your trusted companion in the world of AndroidContact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors MOST READ1Google Lens gets a Photos-like grid view for your visual search history2This rumored Pixel 9 Pro Fold change is the one thing we didn't ask for3A wealth of Fitbit updates brings new features, exercise modes, and YouTube Music4Best Buy launches HUGE summer sale — these are the top Android deals I'd buy right now5I watched the 2024 Olympics in VR on Peacock, here's what it was like
AV1 codec: What it is and why it's so important for the future of video By Ara Wagoner last updated 14 July 20