VMAF

Netflix's VMAF, an open-source perceptual video quality assessment tool, is being discussed by developers. The system fuses multiple quality measurement methods into a single score that predicts how good video looks to human viewers. It is widely used in the streaming industry to tune encoding and compression, and remains a reference point for anyone working on video pipelines.

A Wi-Fi router designed to look like a Minion from the Despicable Me films is causing a stir in Germany, with tech commentators debating whether the novelty device is worth buying or best avoided. The c't technology editorial team weighs up whether the gimmicky gadget makes sense beyond its looks, as discussion of the unusual hardware spreads across German-language tech communities.