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    Switcher Updates

    What's fresh from Switcher?
    Check out our latest app updates and software release announcements.

    Introducing Email Lead Capture and Password Protection

    You work hard to produce high-quality video content, but protecting it and keeping your audience growing isn’t always easy. 

    If taking viewers from casual to committed feels tricky, our latest release will help you collect leads and make accessing your videos more exclusive — so you can focus on building your business

    We’re excited to introduce two new tools designed to give you everything you need to grow: Email Lead ...more. Here’s a quick breakdown of how these features work:

    October 2024 Roundup

    Get a monthly round-up of Switcher’s fixes, features, and functionality enhancements in this month. (You’ll see the most recent updates at the top.)

    🚀 NEW! The Launch Subscription Plan

    For those who want to Host & Monetize only.

    As of 10/29/24, you can subscribe to the new Launch subscription, only $19/month! 

    Early subscribers can lock in a lifetime of video library storage amounts ...more

    New: Bring Live Stream Viewers to your Website Mid-Broadcast

    Having complete creative ownership over your livestream matters - from the content you’re producing all the way to the viewer experience.

    In today’s world of livestreaming, it’s tempting to rely solely on social media platforms. But what if you could have complete control over your content and how your viewers experience it? The truth is, you can and you should. Let’s break down why having the control when it comes to livestreaming, ...more

    Switcher 12.0 makes livestream event planning a breeze within the app

    Schedule livestream events seamlessly, right from the Switcher App!

    With Switcher 12.0, we’re making it easier than ever to create, schedule, and share your livestreams across all platforms — including your website — straight from your iPhone or iPad.

    What's New in Switcher 12.0:

    • CREATE AND SCHEDULE UNLIMITED LIVESTREAM EVENTS MORE EASILY FROM THE APP:  Plan ahead by scheduling livestreams up to a year in advance, no matter ...more

    A New Way To Showcase Your Videos

    You put heart, hustle, and high fives into making your videos — now it’s time to show them off with style.

    Switcher’s latest feature release puts you in the (Creative) Director’s chair. Now you can customize every aspect of the video experience for your viewers, from how your videos show up on your website, to how you share them. Complete creative control is in your hands!

    July 2024 Roundup

    Get a monthly round-up of Switcher’s fixes, features, and functionality enhancements in this month. (You’ll see the most recent updates at the top.)

    🚀 Switcher Subscription Plan Upgrade 7/22

    Business Plan Subscribers will enjoy double the video library storage amounts of up to 100 videos (originally 50 video storage limit)! Use your video library to manage or store the videos you want to host in Switcher’s embeddable web player, ...more

    June 2024 Roundup

    What was new at Switcher in June 2024?

    Check out our monthly roundup of Switcher’s fixes, features, and functionality enhancements this month. (Most recent updates at the top.)

    Switcher App 11.3.1

    • 🏗️ Functionality improvement 

      Cloud-centric Custom RTMP Channel Management
    • 🛠️ Bug fix 

      Resolving RTMP local sync issues currently occurring in production (RTMP Channel Duplication issue has been addressed).

    Switcher ...more

    May 2024 Roundup

    What was new at Switcher in May 2024?

    Check out our monthly roundup of Switcher’s fixes, features, and functionality enhancements this May. (Most recent updates at the top.)

    Switcher App 11.1

    • 🏗️ Functionality improvement 

      Async, resumable, and queue-able video uploads in the Switcher App. Don’t worry about your video uploads being cut off when you close out of the Switcher app — as soon as you ...more

    Your Video Workflow — Made Easier

    NEW 🎉 Schedule prerecorded videos, make sure logo assets look consistent, and more!

    Video shouldn't be hard. That's why our latest updates are designed to make the job even easier for customers like you!

    Summer Switchback 2023

    Releases, feature updates, and more — check out all the Switcher product news from Summer 2023. 

    Livestream with professional video cameras

    We kicked off the year by announcing a game-changing collaboration with video production hardware company, Accsoon. Our integration with the AccSoon SeeMo device means you can now use an HDMI or SDI camera in a Switcher Studio production! That means it’s finally possible to create mobile, multicamera livestreams using professional ...more

    Fall 2022 Switchback

    Releases, feature updates, and more — check out all the Switcher product news from Fall 2022. 

    Switcher Studio for iOS

    Three new Switcher releases hit the App Store this Fall: 8.4, 8.5, and 8.6. These releases included some big usability updates to key tools like asset creation, graphics, and our Clips creator. Check out what’s new!

    Animated lower thirds

    Switcher’s customizable text graphics add dynamism, context, ...more

    Summer 2022 Switchback: Switcher 8.3 and More

    Releases, feature updates, and more — check out all the Switcher product news from Summer 2022.

    Switcher for iOS 8.3

    Streamline and simplify your production groups

    Do you use production groups to keep your assets handy during livestreams? Get excited! We made big improvements to their usability in Switcher 8.3. Now you can simply drag and drop asset files to stay organized. Arrange assets within a production group — even ...more

    What’s New in Switcher 8.2 — Replay Purchasing, Multistreaming to Twitch, and more

    Do you use Switcher to sell live, multistream your productions, or elevate your video conferences? Great news — Switcher 8.2 augments three of your favorite features and adds additional support for getting even better at using Switcher. With Switcher 8.2 you’ll be able to:

    • Enable replay purchasing with Cartr
    • Multistream directly to Twitch
    • Sync your Mac audio when using Switcher as a Webcam
    • Learn from in-app video tutorials
    • ...more

    What's New in Switcher 8.1 — Share Clips to Facebook and Instagram

    Are you ready to get your Switcher content in front of even more people — and on even more platforms?

    With Switcher Studio 8.1, we made it possible to share short clips of your Switcher productions directly to four new destinations:

    • Facebook reels
    • Facebook stories
    • Instagram stories
    • Instagram feed

    How does it work? Once your Switcher production has ended, tap My Recordings in the main menu ...more

    What's New in Switcher 8.0 — Shopify Integration through Cartr

    Today we’re releasing Switcher Studio 8.0 and announcing our brand new Shopify app, Cartr! From integrating your Shopify products into Switcher Studio to letting shoppers add items to their carts with a comment, Switcher Studio is making live selling on Facebook more streamlined than ever! We have a few exciting features we’re rolling out, so let’s dive into Switcher 8.0 and see what’s new. 

    Integrate your Shopify store

    With Switcher Studio

    ...more

    What's New in Switcher 7.0 — Multistreaming, Cloud Recording

    It’s time to expand your brand with Switcher Studio 7.0! Updates in this software release make it easy to simplify your streaming workflow, create more content, and reach a bigger audience than ever before. Increase your live viewership with Multistreaming, easily repurpose and repost productions with Cloud Recording, and meet the needs of a growing enterprise with our new premium tier, Switcher Business.

    Reach the masses with Multistreaming

    Now use Switcher ...more

    What’s New in Switcher 6.0 — Vertical Video, Shareable Clips, Live Selling Cards

    Your wait is over — today we’re releasing Switcher Studio 6.0, which includes the long-awaited ✨ Vertical Video Mode✨ along with all the new possibilities this format brings. Let’s jump in.

    Create vertical livestreams for Facebook and YouTube

    Whatever you call it — 9:16, portrait mode, or vertical video — we’ve brought it to Switcher Studio. Now when you log in to the Switcher app, just tap 9:16 before you tap Use As Switcher ...more

    New in Switcher 5.6 — Prep Your Streams With Video Clips, Video Overlays, Production Groups, and Prefilled Multiviews 

    Switcher Studio 5.6 is here and packed with plenty of shiny new features to make your live and recorded videos gold medal-worthy! Our latest updates are focused on giving you more control over content customization and organization — allowing you to better prep your streams before actually going live. 

    With Switcher 5.6, you’ll be able to:
    • Create video clips from past productions  
    • Overlay videos — including HEVC video with alpha ...more

    New in Switcher 5.2 — Automatic Camera Switching, LinkedIn Live Scheduling

    The holidays are upon us, including everyone’s favorite: Switcher Studio update day! Today we’re releasing Switcher 5.2, which includes automatic camera switching, the ability to trim prerecorded videos, LinkedIn Live scheduling, and more. So grab some hot chocolate — it’s time to unwrap these new features.

    Turn on autoswitching for hands-free camera angle changes

    Sometimes your hands are occupied during a livestream — like when you’re streaming a handbell concert or the ...more

    New in Switcher 5.1 — Customize Livestream Backgrounds and Graphics

    The Switcher team is back at it with another software release! The updates in Switcher 5.1 are designed to spruce up your livestreams by letting you further customize the look of your productions. This release introduces new title graphics and lower thirds plus the ability to add background images and background colors to your multiview layouts. As a bonus, we’re also adding a username and password autofill option to the app login!

    Choose ...more

    What's New in Switcher 5.0 — From In-App Video Chat to Audio Controls

    The latest update to Switcher Studio has arrived! Everything in this release is designed to make your experience with Switcher more streamlined. For instance, you can now upload creative assets to Switcher Cloud in batches rather than one by one. Genius, right? And you can turn audio monitoring on and off right inside the app. Bye bye, echo. You can even run Video Chat entirely from Switcher itself. Plus, everyone’s getting more Videoso big ...more

    New in Switcher 4.5 — Donation CTAs for Your Livestreams and More

    Today our developers are rolling out yet another update — Switcher Studio 4.5. Doesn’t it feel like they just released 4.4 like two days ago? Or was it two weeks ago? Is time still a thing? Here’s a look at what they were able to build from their basements while we’ve all been social distancing. The update includes more flexible multiviews, a new color picker, customizable donation overlays, easier ways to screenshare, Video ...more

    New in Switcher 4.4 — Smoother Livestreams, Platform Perks

    This week we’re gradually rolling out Switcher Studio 4.4, which includes both form and function updates to the Switcher app. It will be available to all Switcher users over the course of the next few days. So be on the lookout for these changes soon, and check out what’s new below.

    Stream smoother footage with new camera communications

    The footage from your additional camera angles just got smoother. We’ve updated the ...more

    New in Switcher 4.3 — Cloud Asset Storage, Live Video Chat for All

    Happy Switcher Studio update day! We’ve been working on the enhancements in today’s 4.3 release for quite some time. We’re thrilled to introduce asset storage, make our multi-user plan more accessible, bring Video Chat to everyone, and turn a number of your requests into a reality. Below you’ll find an overview of the biggest additions and improvements. But before that, we wanted to introduce you to a new plan structure! 

    It’s been afirst introduced multiple plan options ...more

    New in Switcher 4.2 — Upgrades to Video Chat, Audio, Inserted Videos

    It’s everyone’s favorite day — update day! We’re rolling out Switcher Studio 4.2, which includes enhancements to the Video Chat extension as well as greater audio controls and more options for customizing your inserted videos.

    Download the updated Switcher Studio app from the App Store to get these exciting upgrades. (If you don't already have one, you'll need to create a Switcher Studio account to use the app.)

    Invite ...more

    Show Facebook Comments in Your Live Videos — New in Switcher 4.1

    Today we’re rolling out Switcher Studio 4.1, the first round of major platform enhancements since 4.0 released in January. Download the updated Switcher Studio app from the App Store to get these exciting upgrades, plus standard bug fixes and stability improvements. (If you don't already have one, you'll need a Switcher Studio account to use the app.)

    Display Facebook comments within your live videos or favorite them for later

    We’veProfessional plan ...more

    LinkedIn Partners with Switcher Studio to Launch Live Video

    LinkedIn is launching live video, and they’re partnering with live-video software startup Switcher Studio as part of the launch. The Microsoft-owned professional networking platform, which boasts more than 610 million users worldwide, has dubbed the new feature LinkedIn Live.

    Video on LinkedIn

    After first launching (non-live) video features just 18 months ago, LinkedIn saw an increase in engagement and strong user interest in livestreaming capabilities. Video quickly became the fastest growing format ...more

    New Plan Structure, New Cloud Capabilities for Switcher Studio

    When we launched Switcher Studio, we were determined to give creators and businesses the best value and tools in mobile video creation. Since then we’ve seen the Switcher community use these tools to make a meaningful impact in their organizations and communities through video content.

    To continue to add value and new capabilities to the Switcher platform, we will be implementing a new plan and price structure starting Monday, October 1, 2018. This new ...more

    Switcher Studio Announces Integration with Microsoft Stream

    Tech startup offering live-video encoder service will be supported in Microsoft Stream

    LOUISVILLE, KY (August 6, 2018) Switcher Studio (Switcher), the Kentucky-based tech company that has developed a multi-device streaming platform for live videos, announced today a collaboration with Microsoft Stream. Microsoft Stream, a part of the Office 365 suite, gives businesses the tools and flexibility to securely create, discover, and share videos.

    In the ...more

    What's New in Switcher Studio 3.8—RTMPS Secure Livestreaming and More

    Switcher Studio 3.8 introduces RTMPS secure streaming and more

    Security of user data has been an ongoing topic in 2018 - With Switcher Studio 3.8 we are putting security front and center with RTMPS secure connection SSL streaming. 

    RTMPS Secure Streaming

    Now anytime you go live on Facebook, Switcher will automatically prompt the user to stream via a secure connection and encrypt your stream. Using an encrypted connection ...more

    What's New in Switcher Studio 3.7 — Capture 4K on Multiple iOS Cameras

    Switcher Studio 3.7 introduces mobile iOS multi-camera 4K 

    Steam to Facebook or YouTube in 720p while capturing synchronized 4K HEVC video from multiple angles. Using Switcher Studio you can “edit while you shoot” using multiple iOS devices as cameras then take your entire project into FCPX.
    Using the Switcher 4K workflow all cuts and transitions made during your production will appear in FCPX withSwitcher Studio Help Center ...more

    Switcher, Inc. Selected as a Google Startup Grind Top 50 Company

    REDWOOD CITY, CA – February 5, 2018 – Startup Grind today announced the induction of 50 Companies to the 2018 Class of Startups. The Startup Program recognizes the Top 50 companies selected out of 130 companies handpicked from 115 countries, 400 cities around the world to exhibit Startup Grind Global 2018.

    Startup Grind Startup Program Top 50 companies are an elite group of pre-seed and seed stage companies who have collectively raised more ...more

    New in Switcher 3.6 — See Your Livestream Comments in the App

    Feedback and support from our users enables us to continue to enhance the best mobile video creation app possible for iPhones and iPads. Our latest release brings a new experience to the Switcher Studio platform by adding:

    What's New in Switcher Studio 3.5 — iOS Screensharing and More

    Your feedback and support has enabled us to build the best mobile video solution using iPhones and iPads. Our latest release expands on the Switcher platform by adding:

    • iOS screensharing
    • New split screen multi-view
    • iOS11 folder drag/drop support
    • DJI memory leak fixed
    • Bug Fixes

    Thanks again for using Switcher Studio! Check out the latest update in the App Store ...more

    Add Text to Your Livestreams with Switcher's Dynamic Live Text Editor

    One of the easiest ways to give your live video a professional look is to use on-screen graphics. Whether lower-thirds, logos or full-screen graphics, these additions help your broadcast to stand out from the rest.

    Switcher Studio's version 3.4.0 app release includes a live text editor. This allows streamers to create new graphics without ever closing Switcher Studio. It also allows streamers to create graphics without prior graphic design knowledge.

    There are ...more

    What's New in Switcher Studio 3.4 — Editable Titles and Lower Thirds

    First, we want to extend a big shout out to anyone that has used Switcher to date. Your feedback and support has enabled us to build the best mobile video solution using iPhones and iPads. Our latest release expands on the Switcher platform by adding in-app lowerthird templates, a completely redesigned online dashboard, the ALL NEW "My Videos" tab and Windows screensharing.

    APP FEATURES

    We're Discontinuing Switcher Basic to Focus on Switcher Studio

    Switcher Basic was first launched in 2014. It is a free version of Switcher that allowed users to switch between four devices and stream live video in SD. The free version included a watermark on the video output which could be removed via an in-app purchase or in-app subsription.

    Most of our development resources have gone into new products like Switcher Studio and Switcher Go. As a result ...more

    What's New in Switcher 3.3 — Sync Up to 9 Cameras for Multicam Streams

    Switcher Inc returns to VidCon 2017 with some big updates to its Switcher Studio platform. YouTube and Facebook Live creators, social media influencers and anyone looking to improve their social media presence will find value in these new additions. Key features in the new release include:

    • Brand New Switcher Interface
    • In-app Facebook Live Comments
    • Add up to 9 cameras (iPhones, iPads)
    • Keyboard Shortcuts and HotKeys

    Creators ...more

    Group Streaming Comes To Facebook Live

    Every day, people stream live to their personal profiles and business pages. While there are older options like YouTube and Twitch, Facebook Live is now a common place for live video. These live broadcasts are easy to set up and are easy for friends and fans alike to view.
    But what if you only want to stream to a few people, rather than to all of

    What's New in Switcher 3.2.0 — Remote Panning for Your Livestreams

    NEW FEATURES

    • NEW launch screen layout
    • Share assets from Google Drive, DropBox with Switcher
    • Bluetooth keyboard shortcuts
    • Compatible with new Media Manager for FCPX
    • Remote pan, tilt, zoom with DJI OSMO Mobile

    IMPROVEMENTS

    • Edit/Rename Recorded Media
    • Add Recorded Media previously made with Switcher
    • In-app log/crash reporting
    • Fix Motrr Galileo auto-detection
    Visit our Knowledge Base for more info ...more

    New Event Streaming With Facebook Live

    Most Facebook users have seen a Facebook Event before.
    Sometimes, it's an invite to a family reunion by a beloved relative. Or it might be a reminder of the local rock band's next performance in your town's arena. Other times, it's as simple as an RSVP for your best friend's birthday party.
    As such, Facebook Events are one ...more

    New in Switcher 3.1.0 — Use DJI Osmo Mobiles for Your Livestreams

    Switcher Inc. (www.switcherstudio.com) today announced it is expanding its live streaming ecosystem with a new strategic partnership with DJI. As a result of this partnership, Switcher is extending support for the DJI Osmo Mobile 3-axis gimbal system for smooth live streaming to Facebook Live and YouTube.

    Now users are able to pair an iPhone or iPad directly with the DJI OSMO Mobile handheld motorized gimbal for full Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) control, directly ...more

    New in Switcher Studio 3.0 — Easily Add Graphics to Your Live Videos

    Download now in the App Store!

    Core Switcher Studio 3.0 Feature Updates

    • A new iPhone user interface
    • A new graphics elements tab to simplify graphic insertions into broadcasts
    • New autofocus and zoom capabilities for smoother, more professional looking-shots
    • Improved Facebook Live audio/video sync

    NEW Advanced Camera Controls

    Switcher Studio 3.0 adds precision control of advanced camera settings with a new menu system featuring sliders for ...more

    What's New in Switcher Studio 2.8.1 — Improved Livestream Quality

    This update stomps out bugs and improves quality for older devices.

    Updates Include:

    • Fix bug causing crash on some devices in camera-mode
    • Allow old devices to record at 1080p and stream at 540p even when 720p director mode is enabled
    • Add DiffServ mode (which could improve video over WiFi on some networks)
    • Fix media deletion in batch mode
    • Fix format used to display file sizes
    ...more

    Pair BoxCast With Switcher Studio With This New Integration

    BoxCast Opens Its Platform for Switcher Studio Integration

    Switcher Studio announced it has partnered with BoxCast to bring professional streaming solutions to organizations requiring higher video production value and more sophisticated live delivery capabilities than are currently available on the market today from free streaming services and solutions.

    As a result of this partnership, BoxCast has opened its platform to Switcher Studio, enabling users to leverage the BoxCast platform to ...more

    Switcher Lands $400k in Strategic Investments for Streaming Platform

    LOUISVILLE, KY (September 22, 2016) – Switcher Studio today announced it has secured $400,000 in strategic investment. Investors include Poplar Ventures, Kentucky Enterprise Fund, Cherub Fund, Sequel Fund, NexStreaming, Pioneer Ventures, and Ed Henson (member of NAB board of directors). This investment represents Switcher Inc’s first round of funding; the Company will be closing on additional investments in early 2017.

    Switcher Studio is a mobile video creation platform that provides professional-caliber tools for creating video ...more

    Switcher Launches Direct Streaming to Facebook Live

    New Switcher Studio V2.7 Also Adds Hardware-Accelerated Video Processing, Battery/Storage Notifications, and Several Under-the-Hood Performance Features

    LOUISVILLE, KY (June 22, 2016) — Switcher Studio (www.switcherstudio.com) today announced its integration with Facebook Live, enabling users to stream live directly to Facebook. A major new upgrade to the Switcher Studio video creation platform, this new release available immediately enables users to easily sync the Switcher Studio ...more

    You Can Now Livestream to YouTube with Switcher Studio

    It’s an exciting day here at Switcher Studio. Since we first launched over a year ago, we’ve gained amazing traction thanks to customers like you and the feedback you’ve shared with us. So what’s got us so excited? Today we get to share an incredible new upgrade to Switcher Studio with our community of creators! Switcher now supports livestreaming directly to YouTube! No more bouncing back and forth between your computer and Switcher — do ...more

    The Future of Tech: VR, Wearable Tech, and Livestreaming with Switcher

    An Evening with Robert Scoble - Louisville Digital Association

    Robert Scoble, the well-known video blogger, presented at the Louisville Digital Association (LDA) June gathering about the future of technology. Topics included virtual reality, wearable technology, beacons and sensors, frictionless transactions, and more. The event was also an opportunity to showcase some of Louisville's startups to Scoble.

    Thanks to Jason Falls, the LDA organizer, Switcher Studio made the round-up. To give Scoble a ...more