Post pobrano z: Toyota: Pinocchio, Cinderella, Red Riding Hood
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Toyota
Don’t story and drive.
Advertising Agency:Marketway/Publicis, Cyprus
Creative Director:Alessio Criscuoli
Art Director:Savvas Demetriou
Copywriter:Constantinos Arkadiou
Illustrator:Savvas Demetriou, Rhea Lazarides
Account Director:Chryso Christoforou
Post pobrano z: 3 Important Facts About Converting Video Formats
Being able to convert video formats has
become essential nowadays, especially if you’re managing lots of video files,
using different types of devices, or sharing and distributing videos in any
way. It is easier than ever to convert video formats as well nowadays, as there
are many user-friendly video converters as well as online converters that can
be used.
However before you start to convert your
videos between different formats, there are a few important facts that you
should be aware of:
As far as
possible you should always store the original video file in its original
quality. That is due to the fact that while it is possible to downscale the
video or lower its bitrate to optimize it for certain devices, upscaling or
increasing its bitrate won’t restore its original quality.
If the original
video file is an uncompressed or lossless
video file that is too large for you to store, you should consider
compressing it once into a more accessible format with better compression (such
as MP4 with H.264). While not ideal, you can at least store that copy in as
close to the original quality as possible.
Of course if
storage space isn’t an issue, keeping a lossless copy of the video file is
ideal – and it is often what is done during professional video production.
Transcoding is
basically when you convert a video format from one codec to a different codec.
Because each codec uses different compression, some data from the original
video will be discarded.
If you were to
just transcode a video once that lost data won’t be that noticeable. However if
you transcode the same video multiple times (e.g. from H.264 to H.265 to H.264
again, and so on), eventually the data that is lost will start to add up and
affect the video quality.
That is why you
should always try to avoid transcoding any video file multiple times.
Additionally it is another reason why keeping the original video file is a good
policy – since you can transcode different versions of the video directly from
it and minimize the data loss.
When you play a
video in any format on any device, it needs to be decoded from the compressed
video file before it can be displayed. That decoding can either be handled on a
software level (i.e. software support) or can be offloaded to the hardware.
As a rule it is
always best if the codec you use is supported by the hardware of the device it
is going to be played on. Software decoding is not only processor intensive,
but also consumes a lot of power – which can be an issue on devices with a
limited battery life.
In contrast
hardware decoding is more efficient and requires a fraction of the power,
making it certainly the preferable option. The only downside is that it takes
time for devices to have hardware support built-in.
Actually converting videos from one format
to another is the easy part, especially with a user-friendly movie converter. For example
you could try Movavi Video Converter if you need one with a wide range of
supported formats.
Regardless of the converter that you use each of these facts will help you to convert videos more effectively while preserving their quality. On your part, all you need to do is make it a point to keep them in mind the next time you need to convert a video.
Featured image by Wahid Khene
Post pobrano z: 5 Reasons Your Computer Might Be Running Slow
Thanks to the growth of technology, it’s
now possible to work
at home and find success. However, it can be hard to achieve that success
if your work computer is not running at peak performance. In fact, if your
tools of the trade are lagging, it can be crippling to your online business.
There are few instances more exasperating than a new laptop or PC which takes all day to run programs or execute tasks. While you may be tempted to pull your hair out and purchase a new machine, your slowdowns may be preventable. To that end, we will discuss several avenues you can pursue that very well may be the cause for your computer’s slow performance.
As time goes on, you will inevitably
download programs, applications, photos, files, and other types of data to your
computer. These things take up memory, with some filling up more space than
others. If you are making your living in graphic
design, you will no doubt use up more memory and hard disk space than would
someone who merely uses their computer for internet browsing. For this reason,
it is advised that you purchase an external
hard drive.
Eventually, as more and more files are
saved, your central processing unit will inevitably run out of space or grow
dangerously close to that capacity. Memory is necessary for programs to run
smoothly and it’s recommended that you leave at least 15%-20% space of hard
disk available for your computer to be able to run at peak performance.
Consider downloading a program like WinDirStat
in order to view disk usage statistics and then use it to remove some
unnecessary files. If you wish to manually check your disk space, take the
following steps:
A common culprit for computer slowdowns is
background programs that automatically and continuously run without your
directive. Such programs like ESET are
necessary to protect you from malicious software but should be set to scan manually
by your command, rather than on a continuous loop. Continuous scans use up a
ton of space and processing power, which in turn lead to slower speeds. In
order to see background programs and the CPU percentage they require, take the
following steps:
The refresh rate of a monitor can have a
marked impact on input lag. For designers, such issues can seriously throw off
your ability to operate at peak levels. Your time
management might be thrown entirely out of whack by this small but annoying
slowdown. Read up on your monitor
refresh rate,
including what it is, how to view it, and ways to change it.
Many programs to try and launch
automatically every single time you turn on your PC. While our four
productivity apps for students are fantastic, if they are set to
auto-launch, they can lead to lags by diverting memory and processing that
should be working elsewhere. If you wish to stop the auto launch, take the
following steps:
Browser extensions
are fantastic tools that can improve your time on the internet. That said, they
may be responsible for slowdowns, especially if you have a lot of them running
at one time. Sometimes extensions crossfire and send out conflicting commands
that affects speed while browsing. By clicking on “manage extensions,” you can
see which add-ons you are running and how much space they take up.
Computers are very sophisticated tools so there are several explanations for why they may be running at a snail’s pace. Carefully go through all of these suggestions to see if they are, in fact, the cause underlying your computer’s laggy performance before buying a new device.
Featured image by RawPixel
Post pobrano z: Season’s greetings / Des idées nées sous la même étoile?
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| THE ORIGINAL? Season’s greetings – Publicis Singapore – 2005 Agency : Publicis Group (Singapore) |
LESS ORIGINAL CG Folks 3D animation studio – 2018 Agency : CG Folks Warsaw (Poland) |
Post pobrano z: Season’s greetings / Des idées nées sous la même étoile?
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LESS ORIGINAL CG Folks 3D animation studio – 2018 Agency : CG Folks Warsaw (Poland) |
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| THE ORIGINAL? Season’s greetings – Publicis Singapore – 2005 Agency : Publicis Group (Singapore) |
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Post pobrano z: National Down Syndrome Society: C21
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National Down Syndrome Society
Advertising Agency:Saatchi & Saatchi, New York, USA
Production Company:Tool
Editorial:Cosmo Street
Music Studio:Beacon Street Studios
Managing Partners:Oliver Fuselier, Dustin Callif
Executive Producers:Oliver Fuselier, Dustin Callif, Maura Woodward, Tom Scherma, Leslie Dilullo, Adrea Lavezzoli
Director:Danielle Levitt
Photographer:Danielle Levitt
Executive Producer:Brad Johns, Diane Burton
Producer:Patti Getker, Anne Lai
Chief Creative Officer:Javier Campopiano
Chief Executive Officer:Andrea Díquez
Executive Creative Director:Mike Pierantozzi, Alex Lea
Executive Creative Directors:Chris Moreira, Mark Scholler
Associate Creative Director:Max McKeon
Associate Creative Directors:Cristián Costa, Tomas Almuna
Art Director:Erin Evon
Junior Art Director:Jill Archibold
Junior Copywriter:Carlota Serra
Digital Strategy Director:Melissa Hochman
Account Director:Ciara Siegel
Account Manager:Page Perkinson
Integrated Production Manager:Dennis Marchesiello
Project Management:Cara Muzik
Business Affairs:Robin Oksenhendler
Editor:David Otte
Head Of Production:Anne Lai
Managing Partner:Maura Woodward, Tom Scherma
Principals:Andrew Feltenstein, John Nau, Danny Dunlap
Post pobrano z: National Down Syndrome Society: C21
Media
National Down Syndrome Society
Advertising Agency:Saatchi & Saatchi, New York, USA
Production Company:Tool
Editorial:Cosmo Street
Music Studio:Beacon Street Studios
Managing Partners:Oliver Fuselier, Dustin Callif
Executive Producers:Oliver Fuselier, Dustin Callif, Maura Woodward, Tom Scherma, Leslie Dilullo, Adrea Lavezzoli
Director:Danielle Levitt
Photographer:Danielle Levitt
Executive Producer:Brad Johns, Diane Burton
Producer:Patti Getker, Anne Lai
Chief Creative Officer:Javier Campopiano
Chief Executive Officer:Andrea Díquez
Executive Creative Director:Mike Pierantozzi, Alex Lea
Executive Creative Directors:Chris Moreira, Mark Scholler
Associate Creative Director:Max McKeon
Associate Creative Directors:Cristián Costa, Tomas Almuna
Art Director:Erin Evon
Junior Art Director:Jill Archibold
Junior Copywriter:Carlota Serra
Digital Strategy Director:Melissa Hochman
Account Director:Ciara Siegel
Account Manager:Page Perkinson
Integrated Production Manager:Dennis Marchesiello
Project Management:Cara Muzik
Business Affairs:Robin Oksenhendler
Editor:David Otte
Head Of Production:Anne Lai
Managing Partner:Maura Woodward, Tom Scherma
Principals:Andrew Feltenstein, John Nau, Danny Dunlap
Post pobrano z: National Down Syndrome Society: C21
Media
National Down Syndrome Society
Advertising Agency:Saatchi & Saatchi, New York, USA
Production Company:Tool
Editorial:Cosmo Street
Music Studio:Beacon Street Studios
Managing Partners:Oliver Fuselier, Dustin Callif
Executive Producers:Oliver Fuselier, Dustin Callif, Maura Woodward, Tom Scherma, Leslie Dilullo, Adrea Lavezzoli
Director:Danielle Levitt
Photographer:Danielle Levitt
Executive Producer:Brad Johns, Diane Burton
Producer:Patti Getker, Anne Lai
Chief Creative Officer:Javier Campopiano
Chief Executive Officer:Andrea Díquez
Executive Creative Director:Mike Pierantozzi, Alex Lea
Executive Creative Directors:Chris Moreira, Mark Scholler
Associate Creative Director:Max McKeon
Associate Creative Directors:Cristián Costa, Tomas Almuna
Art Director:Erin Evon
Junior Art Director:Jill Archibold
Junior Copywriter:Carlota Serra
Digital Strategy Director:Melissa Hochman
Account Director:Ciara Siegel
Account Manager:Page Perkinson
Integrated Production Manager:Dennis Marchesiello
Project Management:Cara Muzik
Business Affairs:Robin Oksenhendler
Editor:David Otte
Head Of Production:Anne Lai
Managing Partner:Maura Woodward, Tom Scherma
Principals:Andrew Feltenstein, John Nau, Danny Dunlap
Post pobrano z: National Down Syndrome Society: C21
Media
National Down Syndrome Society
Advertising Agency:Saatchi & Saatchi, New York, USA
Production Company:Tool
Editorial:Cosmo Street
Music Studio:Beacon Street Studios
Managing Partners:Oliver Fuselier, Dustin Callif
Executive Producers:Oliver Fuselier, Dustin Callif, Maura Woodward, Tom Scherma, Leslie Dilullo, Adrea Lavezzoli
Director:Danielle Levitt
Photographer:Danielle Levitt
Executive Producer:Brad Johns, Diane Burton
Producer:Patti Getker, Anne Lai
Chief Creative Officer:Javier Campopiano
Chief Executive Officer:Andrea Díquez
Executive Creative Director:Mike Pierantozzi, Alex Lea
Executive Creative Directors:Chris Moreira, Mark Scholler
Associate Creative Director:Max McKeon
Associate Creative Directors:Cristián Costa, Tomas Almuna
Art Director:Erin Evon
Junior Art Director:Jill Archibold
Junior Copywriter:Carlota Serra
Digital Strategy Director:Melissa Hochman
Account Director:Ciara Siegel
Account Manager:Page Perkinson
Integrated Production Manager:Dennis Marchesiello
Project Management:Cara Muzik
Business Affairs:Robin Oksenhendler
Editor:David Otte
Head Of Production:Anne Lai
Managing Partner:Maura Woodward, Tom Scherma
Principals:Andrew Feltenstein, John Nau, Danny Dunlap