As if on cue, the open source video converter darling HandBrake just went live with version 1.9. Well known for its stability and versatility, this free tool now offers even more features for the multimedia enthusiast and professional.
So let’s take a closer look at what’s new in HandBrake 1.9 that makes it a must have for video conversion and encoding.
Enhanced Any Hardware Compatibility
Support for Intel hardware is one of the biggest upgrades in HandBrake 1.9. This update adds support for Intel’s Quick Sync Video decoder.
Here’s what this means for users:
- Enhanced Speed: Faster processing for Intel HD, Iris Xe, or Arc graphics systems.
- Seamless Operations: Performance optimized for systems with no dedicated GPUs.
- Better VP9 Encoding: Now contains lossless VP9 encoding for a better video quality.
Features for encoding of Video and Audio
Lossless VP9 Video Export
Perfect for exporting high quality video.
No degradation with original video quality. No compression related degradation.
Remember that lossless files use more storage space.
Apple’s own Lossless Audio Codec is ALAC (aptly named).
Provides high fidelity encoding of audio.
Now better supports Vorbis pass-through and DTS profile scans for better audio.
ARM Device Optimization
The performance improvement for ARM-based systems.
Also a lot of bug fixes go into making users enjoy a smooth experience across Windows, Mac and Linux devices.
Why VP9 Encoding Matters
Unlike the VP9 codec, which is designed to keep great quality while minimizing file size. Even newer codecs such as VP9 are picking up steam, however, because VP9 has wider hardware support.
With Handbrake 1.9 you can make lossless quality VP9 files. It becomes a perfect fit for projects with strict requirements on quality: video archives, professional presentations.
Downloading HandBrake 1.9
Are you ready to test these out? To Download HandBrake 1.9 go to its official GitHub page. The tool supports:
- Windows
- Mac
- Linux
Free and open source solution for video conversion, a la HandBrake, is still sticking around. This software remains a top choice whether you are optimizing files for playback or for creating professional grade content.
Final Thoughts
The major goodies included in HandBrake 1.9 are performance and quality improvements. This version delivers the goods from the advanced codecs front to better hardware support: your video projects are up to the highest standards.
Upgrade to HandBrake 1.9 today so you don’t miss out on revolutionized video workflows!