Live Broadcast Solutions

Live Broadcast Solutions

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  Live Broadcast Solutions
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  Are you planningto broadcast live events, but are unable to determine which solution is best for your needs? Fortunately, there are many options available for broadcasters. This article will highlight some of the benefits of using live stream solutions by Meerkat and Periscope, popular consumer applications that provide users with live streaming capabilities.
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  1. Functionality Meerkat allowsviewers to send 'hearts' or 'loves' if they enjoy a streamed event while it's taking place. The broadcaster can see how many hearts each viewer sends by looking directly at their screen. Once the broadcaster completes the stream, they can choose to save it on Twitter which keeps it stored in perpetuity for viewers who missed viewing the moment while it was live streaming.
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  Periscope allows youto save the video on your phone and send it to Twitter. Although this app does not provide a real-time view of hearts or likes, it does allow for users to watch the stream later and then like or comment on it if they wish.
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  2. Geolocation Both appsutilize geolocation so that you can see online viewers who are physically located near you. This can be beneficial if you're broadcasting an event such as a local happening where people want to interact with other locals viewing the stream who might share similar interests. More about live broadcast solutions
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  3. Viewer Engagement Theability of these two applications to engage viewers while they're watching is very helpful when hosting events such as Q&A sessions which require constant communication between the audience and presenter.
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  4. Audience Requests Meerkatallows you to receive in-app requests from viewers while streaming an event, which is helpful if you're looking to pose a question or want feedback on a topic. Periscope has a similar feature where users can send in comments, images, or drawings during a stream. These viewers can also ask questions or make comments which appear at the bottom of your screen for you to respond to. Both applications allow broadcasters to have control over who sends requests and what type of content they are able to share with other viewers.
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  5. Incentives &Rewards Another great way that these two apps differentiate themselves is with their innovative incentive features that reward users with recognition and prizes when they reach certain milestones. These features not only motivate users to continue using the product but also provide incentives for other people to join in on the fun.
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  6. Public orPrivate Both apps allow a broadcaster to choose if they want their stream to be public or private. If you'd prefer to have a private stream where only your Twitter followers can watch it, then Meerkat allows you to create a password that viewers will need in order to tune into the broadcast. Periscope doesn't currently offer this feature, however, both applications allow you to send out invites via Twitter which will notify selected viewers about an upcoming stream.
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  7. Livestream Analytics Ifyou're looking for more feedback from viewers who are watching your live stream, then Meerkat allows you to see the number of users who are viewing it in real-time. You can also view various statistics about your daily or a total number of viewers.
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  8. Integration withTwitter Meerkat and Periscope integrate seamlessly with Twitter so that you can easily share live streams on this social media platform without having to log into another app or leave Twitter altogether. This integration makes it simple for broadcasters to connect with their current audience while at the same time allowing new people who might not be following them on other social networks to discover their broadcasts. By utilizing these two apps, businesses will find many benefits including increased engagement, improved user interaction, boosted customer loyalty, and ultimately increase sales conversions too!