The Stream Wars!

I decided to review a video cast on "Twit TV" which rated the features of two video streaming apps, Meerkat and Periscope. In this assessment many great points were made, however these are all based on opinion, and what works best for the individual user. I have used these apps prior to hearing what these critics had to say so I already had my own views on the matter at hand.

Meerkat was the first app talked about, and there are some very significant factors that make it a solid competitor in the video streaming battle. The design of this apps interface is nice and can be customized to fit your purpose in using it. Another strength of Meerkat is that much like the popular Snapchat, the streams disappear after taking the video.

Periscope is another video streaming service that by default is part of Twitter, and allows users to integrate their followers easily. Unlike Meerkat where the video disappears once the app is closed, on Periscope you have 24 hours to watch the streams, then they vanish.

After watching this video cast my opinions haven't changed much, I still prefer the functionality of Periscope more. The two streaming Apps are more similar than different, choosing one really depends on personal preference. I only like Periscope for its simplicity. Video streams don't fit my social media presence so having  simple platform was a good feature, yet in the future who knows.  This video cast did make me reconsider using Meerkat, but I will first have to find a use for video streaming services.

My advice for those who are still on the fence about which to use, try them both and choose the one that offers the services you find helpful. Video streaming is still new and being tested, it is possible a better app will come out and crush the competition, so stay open minded.

Link to the Twit TV video cast:

http://twit.tv/show/ipad-today/241