OND Inc. has released a new feature called “LISTEN Live” on its podcast platform LISTEN. With this feature, creators can stream video on YouTube Live while simultaneously delivering a high-quality audio live broadcast. The feature is available free of charge and can be easily accessed through LISTEN.

Features of LISTEN Live

1. Simultaneous YouTube and Audio Streaming
   By using LISTEN Live, creators can send video and audio data to LISTEN servers via streaming software like OBS, and stream simultaneously on YouTube Live and LISTEN. It’s easy to set up; just set the YouTube stream key on LISTEN.
2. Automatic Archiving of Streams
   Once the live stream ends, the audio is automatically archived and instantly published as a podcast episode. An AI transcription feature is also provided, greatly reducing the editing effort required.
3. Introduction of a New Recording Style
   Creators can continue video streaming while independently controlling the “start” and “end” of only the audio live stream. With this feature, you can conduct long recordings while being able to segment audio to distribute by theme.

Improvement of User Experience and Application Scenarios

With LISTEN Live, listeners can easily join live sessions “like radio” from anywhere, as it supports background playback. A chat function is available on the streaming page, allowing real-time interaction. It’s also widely applicable as secondary audio at event venues or supplementary audio for live journey experiences or running events.

Specifications

LISTEN Live supports the next-generation protocol “SRT” for high-quality, low-latency streaming, while also supporting traditional RTMP, reducing PC load for streamers.

Thoughts and Outlook

“LISTEN Live” is an innovative tool that broadens the possibilities for integrated video and audio content streaming. It is especially appealing to creators with limited playback settings or technical knowledge since it can be used easily without complex setups, allowing many creators to expand their expressive range and offering a wider variety of podcast content for listeners. There are high expectations for further technological advancements of this kind.

Source: PR TIMES