Adobe unveils new software tools, adds iOS-compatible streaming video option

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At the International Broadcasters Convention (IBC) in Amsterdam yesterday, Adobe (http://www.engadget.com/tag/adobe) unveiled a slew of new software solutions, including Adobe Pass, Flash Access 3.0 and Flash Media Server 4.5. Pass allows cable operators and other content providers to provide streaming TV from multiple sources through a single sign-on solution, while Access is content protection platform that can now deliver streaming video to mobile devices. But, it's Media Server 4.5 that has been garnering the most attention from the press, thanks to its support for iOS. Now don't get too excited, you still can't actually use Flash (http://www.engadget.com/tag/flash) on your iPhone. But, the latest version of the software provides the option to stream video using the Apple-friendly HTTP Live Streaming format. So, still no Kongregate (http://www.engadget.com/tag/kongregate) for iPhone users, but partners like MediaPlatform can now put live webcasts on your iPad.

http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/09/adobe-unveils-new-software-tools-adds-ios-compatible-streaming/