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Mac is Back! DivX 11 for Mac is Live!

DivX 11 for Mac is here! We released DivX 11 for Windows this year and have been hard at work to get the Mac version ready to go. Just in time for the holidays, we have a gift for our very patient (and kind, attractive, charming) Mac users. This new version of DivX Software is totally redesigned. You now can interact with all aspects of DivX in one, unified application. This means the Player, Converter, Library and Media Server are combined and easier to use. There’s a bunch of new features as well, just keep reading. Best of all, DivX 11 Software is still totally free to download.

Don’t feel like reading any more? Check out this short video (42 seconds) to get an idea of what DivX 11 is all about:

What’s New in DivX 11 for Mac?

DivX 11 is an improved way to play and convert video with DivX Software!

Unified software offering, combining all aspects of DivX Software (player, converter, media server and library) making it even easier to do more with your video.
Updated design and layout for a more modern look and better usability.
You can now search for and view subtitles for movies and TV shows in 50+ languages directly in DivX Player. Search the opensubtitles.com database of millions of subtitles.
Customize subtitle settings for their preferred playback style (font, size, color, etc.)
DivX Optimized™ uses Codec Optimization to determine the ideal audio and video codec to use for playback.
Enjoy high-quality video up to 4K from popular formats such as AVI, DIVX, MKV and MP4. You can even play 360° video!
All paid features are now available with the lowered price DivX Pro (pro features no longer for sale individually).

Why Get DivX 11 Pro?

The free version of DivX 11 Software may be all you need. To get the most out of DivX Software including additional audio and video codecs, advanced converter features, no ads, Cloud Connect and more – you’ll need to purchase the (now lower priced) DivX 11 Pro.

Get all the info you need about DivX Pro >>

Check out this chart to compare Free vs. Pro >>

Mac users can now check out DivX 11 and see what they think. It’s still free and available in 10 languages (English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese).

Try the new, free DivX 11 for Mac!

DivX 11 Software is Available to Download!

Drumroll … we are thrilled to share that DivX 11 for Windows is here! The DivX team has been hard at work creating a new, unified way to enjoy DivX Software and now it’s available to everyone. Best of all, DivX 11 is still totally free to download.

(Mac users – we’re working on DivX 11 for Mac and hope to release it soon…)

In a hurry? Watch this short video to get an idea of what DivX 11 is all about:

What’s New in DivX 11?

DivX 11 is an improved way to play and convert video with DivX Software!

Unified software offering, combining all aspects of DivX Software (player, converter, media server and library) making it even easier to do more with your video.
Updated design and layout for a more modern look and better usability.
DivX Optimized™ uses Codec Optimization to determine the ideal audio and video codec to use for playback.
Enjoy high-quality video up to 4K from popular formats such as AVI, DIVX, MKV and MP4. You can even play 360° video!
All paid features are now available with the lowered price DivX Pro (pro features no longer for sale individually).

Why Get DivX 11 Pro?

Get all the info you need about DivX Pro >>

Check out this chart to compare Free vs. Pro >>

So, unless you’re a Mac user (sorry for the wait), check out DivX 11 and see what you think. It’s still free and available in 10 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.

Try the free download of DivX 11 for Windows!

New DivX Software Delivers Ideal Playback.

We’re excited to share the latest update to DivX for Windows (version 10.10)! The new version features DivX Optimized playback, meaning the software finds the best video and audio codecs on your computer for optimal playback. Also, AC3 audio is now included in free DivX Software for Windows – no need to purchase a plug-in!

CODEC OPTIMIZATION

DivX Software version 10.10 enables the DivX Player to provide you with the optimal playback experience. Through our Codec Optimization technology, DivX Software determines the ideal video and audio codecs to use for playback and informs you of what’s in use. You know you’re getting the best playback for your system every time.

FREE AC3

DivX for Windows version 10.10 now offers AC3 audio as part of free DivX Software! (AC3 audio was previously only available through purchase.) As the popular surround sound format used by DVDs, Blu-rays and many other digital video formats, AC3 tracks simulate surround sound speakers on your PC for an audio experience that feels like you’re in the theater. Its exceptional power, nuance, and clarity supports up to 5.1 audio channels in DivX Software.

You can download the latest DivX Software and these new features and more – for FREE – on divx.com.

The updates listed above are for the Windows version of DivX Software. Mac users hang tight!

Convert AVI to MP4

AVI files are widely popular, however you may want to convert an AVI file to an MP4 file in order to better share your video. If you’ve been downloading videos or even watching videos online, you’ve likely encountered a file in the AVI (.avi) container format. AVI files (or Audio Video Interleave) are able to contain both video and audio, and have been a popular video format for many years. However, like all video files, there may be some limitations in video playback – especially across devices. Converting AVI files to MP4 files can make it easier to share files as you can reduce the file size and playback of MP4 videos is more common across devices (e.g. mobile phones).

It’s simple to convert AVI files to MP4 files with DivX Converter. If you haven’t already, install the free DivX Software suite, which includes the DivX Player and DivX Converter. While the list below may be over-explaining, here are the steps to convert your video.

Install free DivX desktop software
Open DivX Converter
Drag your video file onto DivX Converter
Pick a profile (in this case MP4) and click “Start”

It’s that easy to convert AVI to MP4 using DivX. Once your file is done converting you’ll have a shiny, new MP4 file. Plus, DivX Converter doesn’t have time restrictions, so you’re not limited to converting a file less than an hour long like some converters.

Along with converting AVI video, get additional information on how to convert MKV, MOV, DivX and MPEG video to MP4.

Want more information? Read about DivX Software or visit our Support section to get answers on all things DivX (here’s a direct link to FAQs about DivX Converter).

Good luck and good converting!

Convert Video for Free

Whether you want to do some simple video conversion or advanced encoding, DivX Converter is the perfect tool. It’s so simple to use … even *I* can use it (crowd gasps). Once you have DivX Software installed – which is free – simply drag a video file on to the converter, pick a profile and click “Start”. Boom. That’s it. You just converted a video.

So you know that it’s easy to convert video to popular formats (for example convert an .avi file to an .mp4 file), but why would you need to this?

WHY WOULD I NEED TO CONVERT VIDEOS?
There are many reasons why you may need to convert/encode/compress a video. Some of the more common reasons include:

CREATING A SMALLER FILE SIZE: By using the technology included in DivX Converter, you can compress your video file size without losing any significant quality. Say goodbye to massive video files.
MAKING THE FILE COMPATIBLE WITH ANOTHER DEVICE: Say you have .wmv file you want to play on your iPhone or iPad. Just convert it with the preset profile for your device to create a compatible .mp4 file. Don’t let file formats drag you down.
BACK UP DVDS: With DivX Pro and the included MPEG-2 Plug-in, you can convert non-encrypted DVDs so you can have a digital backup of your personal video collection.

ADVANCED FEATURES IN DIVX CONVERTER
In addition to the quick and simple video conversion in the free DivX Software, there are several “advanced features” of DivX Converter in the paid version. Below we’ll take a quick look at some of benefits of using the features included with DivX Pro. These features are available with DivX Pro to give you even more value from DivX Converter.

Trim video: Have a video with some wasted time in the beginning and/or end? Using this feature allows you to choose a starting and end point before you begin your conversion. When your file is done, it will be converted to the profile you chose, plus at the length you specified. Learn more about trimming your video.

Crop, rotate/flip: Filmed a video sideways? No problem. Just rotate the video until it’s correct. Or crop the borders of your video to center your subject, for example.

Add a custom watermark: Want to put your brand on your videos? Simply upload a logo/image, choose the level of transparency and you’re good to go.

Other super-nerdy options: Set B-Frames, use Wavefront Parallel Processing, Enable logs, modify settings with Target Quantizer, and more that are too technical to get into here … and, to be honest, I don’t really understand them.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Read more about DivX Converter.
Learn more about DivX Pro or purchase DivX Pro for $19.99 USD (which is half the price of purchasing each Pro feature individually).
Go to the FAQs about DivX Converter.

Lead photo by Andrea Piacquadio

DivX Fixes Annoying iPhone Images!

New, free DivX Software for Windows is now available! In addition to being the best way to play and convert video, it just may help you stop being frustrated by iPhone images. Why? Because along with a variety of fixes and improvements, DivX Software can now convert annoying HEIC images (the default image container for iPhones) into JPG. Simply and safely drop an HEIC image onto DivX Converter, and quickly convert the file to a JPG image.Speaking of HEIC (or HEIF) images, for those of you with an iPhone – or have friends with iPhones – you may know what a pain HEIC images can be to view/share. Apple began using HEIC as the default image container beginning with iOS 11 (2017), however, not every device can easily view this type of image. You can now stop resenting iPhones exporting unique image files AND not worry about any suspect online image converters, since HEIC conversion is included in the free DivX Software for Windows (Mac coming soon).

DivX Software continues to be the best way to enjoy digital media. Included in the free software is the DivX Player (amazing video playback in up to 4K quality), DivX Converter (drag and drop conversion of tons of formats) and DivX Media Server (cast video from your computer to your TV). Want more audio features, no ads, cloud storage connection and other advanced features? Check out what you get with DivX Pro.

Download the latest version of DivX Software for Windows (version 10.8.10) to take advantage of all the updates.

Convert MKV to MP4

If you’re looking to reduce file size or better share videos, you may need to convert MKV videos into MP4. MKV (or .mkv) is a flexible, open standard video file format that quickly became the preferred file extension for HD video on the Internet. The MKV container can include video, audio, and features such as alternate audio tracks, multilingual subtitles and chapter points, as well as rich metadata including cover art, ratings, descriptions and more. MKV offers a richer media experience than other current formats, and that’s why we use the MKV file container for DivX Plus and DivX HEVC video, which can be played and created using DivX Software.

However, for overall compatibility across devices, websites, etc., you may want to convert your MKV to an MP4. MP4 video can be smaller in size and is optimized for mobile devices. Fortunately, you can easily convert MKV files to MP4 files with DivX Converter – part of the free DivX Software suite. Follow the simple steps below to begin converting in no time.

Install free DivX desktop software
Open DivX Converter
Drag your video file onto DivX Converter
Pick a profile (in this case MP4) and click “Start”

That’s it! You just converted a file from MKV to MP4 using DivX.Once your file is done converting you’ll have a shiny, new MP4 file to share as you wish.

Along with converting MKV video, get additional information on how to convert AVI, MPEG, DivX and MOV video to MP4.

Want more information? Read about DivX Software or visit our Support section to get answers on all things DivX (here’s a direct link to FAQs about DivX Converter).

Good luck and good converting!

Free AVI Player from DivX

A reliable and free AVI video player is extremely useful given the popularity of AVI video files. You may have seen .avi files (AVI is short for Audio Video Interleave) as it’s been a popular video file format for many years. First introduced in the early 1990s, AVI is still widely used today and can be found in many different types of media, such as movies, TV shows, and music videos.

It’s simple and free to play AVI video in DivX Player. To begin, follow these quick setup instructions.

Install free DivX Software for Windows or Mac
Open DivX Player
Drag your video file onto DivX Player and begin watching your AVI files

Having an AVI player, like DivX Player, has many benefits.

Compatibility: One of the biggest benefits of using an AVI video player is that AVI video files are compatible with a wide range of devices and operating systems. This means that you can play your AVI videos wherever you are, without having to worry about compatibility issues.
High-quality playback: Another benefit of using DivX Player as your free AVI video player is that it can provide high-quality playback of your videos. AVI is a lossless video format, which means that the video quality is not degraded when it is compressed or decompressed. This means that you can enjoy your videos in their full quality, without any loss of detail or color.
Easy to use: DivX Player is user-friendly and easy to use, even for people who are not tech-savvy. You can drag and drop your videos into the player, or use the built-in file browser to find your files. Once you have loaded your videos, you can easily navigate them using the player’s controls and menus.
Free: Best of all, DivX Player is free – part of the free DivX Software download for Windows or Mac. Try it out!

Want more information? Read about DivX Software or visit our Support section to get answers on all things DivX.

Good luck!

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AVI, MP4, MPEG-4, and other file types may be encoded using DivX’s proprietary technology, including DivX’s patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright, or other intellectual property rights. DivX reserves all rights.

Why is DivX in My Device?

There are DivX playback devices everywhere. In fact, over 1.5 billion have shipped worldwide and there may already be one in your home … not in a horror-movie-“The-phone-call-is-coming-from-inside-the-house”-way, but in a oh-good-I-can-play-DivX-video-on-my-device-and-didn’t-even-know-it way.

Unless you saw the DivX logo on your device or you were diligently reading the user manual (does anyone do that?), you may not have known you were using a DivX device. Or perhaps you were exploring the settings on your TV – or Blu-ray player or in-car device or some other consumer electronic device – and noticed “DivX” showing up in the menu. Good news! This means you are the proud owner of a DivX Certified® device.

So what in the world are DivX devices? Quite simply they are consumer electronic devices that have been certified to play DivX® video.

WHAT TYPES OF DEVICES ARE “DIVX CERTIFIED”?
There are a huge variety of devices that we’ve certified to play DivX video. This includes TVs, DVD/Blu-ray players, PlayStation, in-car players, mobile phones, projectors and more. You can search by brand, model number, product and more to see what devices are certified by DivX. We’ve been certifying devices for over 15 years and we’ve worked with every major consumer electronics company. These companies certify their devices by passing a series of rigorous tests to ensure they play DivX video.

HOW DO I KNOW IF A DEVICE PLAYS BACK DIVX VIDEO?
Back in the day, it was easier to figure out if your device was certified. Most of the products (like DVD players) had the DivX logo – along with other technologies – printed on the bezel of the device. As times and tastes changed, manufactures stopped putting as many technology logos on their devices and instead list them in the menu of the device (within the on-screen interface) or in the product manual. If you find the DivX logo listed in your manual, you know your device can play DivX video.

DivX logo on a Blu-ray player bezel.

IF I HAVE A DIVX DEVICE, HOW DO I PLAY DIVX VIDEO?
If you already have a file in the correct DivX profile, then playing it back should be easy. For most TVs, Blu-ray players, in-car devices and more, putting your videos on a USB stick or burning to a disc (remember those?) will do the trick. If you need to convert your file first, simply drag your file onto the DivX Converter (included in the free DivX Software bundle) and choose whatever profile matches your device. Learn more about DivX Converter. Or, depending on the connectivity of your device, you can skip physical media and cast video directly to your device (e.g. smart TV) from your computer using the media server in DivX Player. To start casting, click on the ‘Cast’ button at the bottom right of DivX Player.

WHAT DO THE DIFFERENT DIVX PROFILES MEAN?
As video and technology changed, we added new DivX profiles to create the best experience. There are a few different profiles that your device may be certified under. As a result, you may need to convert a file to meet the requirements of your device. The profile should be listed in the device interface or in the product manual. For more on the profiles, check out these technical specifications.

DivX profiles and key specifications

With over 1.5 billion DivX devices out there, it’s possible that you have one and may not even know it. This means that you can play DivX video through your device and enjoy more control over your media. We continue to create products that give you the freedom to watch your entertainment however you wish. Learn more at our website or get extra help in our Support section.

Stream to TV with PS4 and DivX Media Server

By Jeremy Park

If you’re like me then you have years and years worth of digital videos stored on your computer hard drive(s). Files upon files of family vacations, kids growing up, plus that hearty collection of Internet videos. Whether it’s to comment on my changing hair color or to see themselves as babies, my kids love to watch the videos I took of them over the years. Sometimes we just watch those videos on the computer using DivX Player, however my kids prefer when I cast those videos to our big screen TV in our family room. To enjoy my home movies on the TV, I simply use the DivX Media Server to stream video to our Playstation. Don’t have a gaming console? No problem, DivX Media Server will work with nearly any smart TV that’s connected to the same WiFi network.

What is the DivX Media Server?

The DivX Media Server is part of our free DivX Player and it allows you to serve and send video files on your PC or Mac to a device on your home network (for example, your smart TV or gaming console). If you’re curious about how this works, the playback is done through DLNA. Remember that the device you’re streaming to must also be able to support playback of the format of your video file.

I use a PS4 to stream my content from my computer to my TV … which is more relaxing than getting yelled at by angry teammates during Call of Duty. Here’s how I use the DivX Media server with my PS4:

1. Make sure that the PC and PS4 are on the same WiFi network.

2. Install DivX Player (part of free DivX Software) and enable the DivX Media Server.

3. Add the folders containing your videos to the DivX Media Server

4. If needed, install Media Player on your PS4. This can be downloaded from the PlayStation store (see below)

5. On the PS4 open the Media Player and select the DivX Media server from the list of available media servers.

6. Navigate to your videos and enjoy them on the big screen.

Keep in mind that whether you can play your videos will depend on the video formats supported by the device you are serving videos to. You can expand support to include .mkv files by also installing FFMPEG for transcoding.

For more information of the DivX Media Server check out our FAQs or take look at our previous video tutorials on using the DivX Media Server:

DivX Media Server 101: Part 1

DivX Media Server 101: Part 2

DivX Media Server 101 Part 3: Stream to Sony PS3

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Mac is Back! DivX 11 for Mac is Live!

What’s New in DivX 11 for Mac?

Why Get DivX 11 Pro?

DivX 11 Software is Available to Download!

What’s New in DivX 11?

Why Get DivX 11 Pro?