How Quality on Demand API enhances live streaming Virtual Reality with Summit Tech’s Odience platform

Orange, a pioneer in mobile network innovation, is at the forefront of the connectivity revolution, working alongside industry giants to open and unlock access to network capabilities. By leveraging open standards from the Linux Foundation and GSMA, Orange has positioned itself as a facilitator for developers, offering access to a range of network APIs within an open ecosystem.

Summit Tech has developed a unique live streaming and remote participation platform which takes advantage of 5G Edge and Network APIs to offer content creators and viewers a top quality experience. Odience by Summit Tech is a flexible platform which can be used to stream fashion, music, sporting and other events. Odience works seamlessly regardless of radio conditions, and makes everything easy for users through the integration with APIs from Orange Developer.

Microsoft Azure, a leader in cloud services, provides essential tools for mobile application developers through Azure Programmable Connectivity (APC). This empowers applications with insights into subscriber data and the ability to activate network features like Quality on Demand.

The collaboration between Microsoft and Orange has been instrumental in extending network API services. Summit Tech’s Odience platform, which delivers immersive 360-degree live streaming experiences, benefited from this partnership during a proof-of-concept. The integration of Quality on Demand APIs demonstrated high-quality video streaming with minimal latency on the Orange network in France, even under heavy network load.

The Odience VR 360° platform smartly combines 5G, edge computing, and network APIs to offer enhanced and interactive live stream experiences for various events. Orange’s CAMARA Telco APIs, provided through Orange Developer, have unlocked new possibilities for monetization and simplified the delivery of value-added services.

Microsoft, Orange, and Summit Tech are committed to enhancing the reach and quality of business and media-entertainment applications through network-aware services. This collaboration showcased a new standard for live streaming experiences.