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Intel’s New Chips Include a Video Upgrade That Could Solve Streaming’s Biggest Problem, But Don’t Get Too Excited Just Yet

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Imagine this: you’re about to settle in for a comfortable night of binge-watching your favorite shows. Popcorn? Check. Comfy blanket? Check. Wi-Fi? Not the best, but it’ll do. But what if I told you that the quality of your streaming could soon be top-level even with a less-than-perfect Internet connection? Sounds like a dream come true, right? Well, sort of. So here’s the good news—Intel’s latest high-end processors have something exciting equipped inside: the brand-new Versatile Video Codec (VVC) , or H.266 . This latest video codec format aims to improve video streaming by making it more efficient, which results in sharper images and better playback. But sadly, it might take a while before your beloved TV gets its hands on it. Read Next: Baldur’s Gate 3: How to Beat the Spectator in BG3 Star Wars Outlaws The Broker Quest: Who Should You Give Pearl? Baldur's Gate 3's Minthara is a Character that Deserves More Love How to Recruit Stone Lord Minsc in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3) T...