Linux / Open Source

Amlogic Open Source Video Decode Driver ready for Kernel 5.5

Those with Amlogic TV boxes and are running Coreelec, libreelec etc. can rejoice as the open source video decoding drivers are getting ready to handle H.264.

Although there is still one issue where v4l2-compliance is still failing as per commit message.

The commit should be ready to be pushed in Linux Mainline Kernel version 5.5.

The commit can be seen here.

Abhishek

Abhishek

Abhishek is a Finance Professional and has worked in multiple MNCs. However, he is also an avid tech reader and tinkerer with over 20 years of experience. His passions include 3D animation and drawing Illustrations. His creations can be viewed at www.artstation.com/abhifx