Some media players can play a few formats, but ALLPlayer does many of them one better by playing just about any format imaginable. Perhaps the most compelling feature of this latest version is that users can also watch films with embedded subtitles. This particular function works by linking up to the Opensubtitle website, which then delivers the subtitle to the player. Also, the program contains a...

For those who have grown tired of using expensive video editors, this handy program may offer a nice alternative. Avidemux is a video editor designed for simple cutting, filtering and encoding tasks. The program supports a wide range of tile formats, and some of the tasks here can be automated using projects, job queue, and different scripting capabilities. This version is compatible with all...

The Bolide Movie Creator is a great way for neophytes to get started on a bit of video editing. The application can be used to easily drag and drop video clips and segments, add text comments, incorporate music tracks, and include separate photos as part of the mix. New users will want to check out the Screenshots area to get a sense for how the entire package works. This version is compatible...

Taking Flash files from the web can be a bit cumbersome, so this application will definitely be a most welcome find. This free Flash converter (the second to last link on the left) allows users to take Flash files and transfer them to formats appropriate for portable devices and other items. The site is available in both French and English and this particular version is compatible with computers...

Now the video-editing software previously only available to iMac DV owners can be downloaded from Apple's Website at no charge. iMovie allows users to create, edit, and export digital video. While not a professional-level application, iMovie does support the addition of audio tracks, transition effects, and professional looking titling. iMovie exports to video or QuickTime. In order to reduce the...

OneDrive is Microsoft's file sync solution for those desiring access to files and photos whenever and wherever they want. OneDrive offers plenty of storage and integrates well with other Windows devices running Windows 8+. Users can keep all of their files and photos in one place, accessing or sharing them easily via phone, tablet or computer. It's a smart solution for Windows-using Scout readers...

Miro is an open-source video platform designed to enhance the viewing of videos, film, and television programs online. After downloading the program, visitors can sign up for a variety of video RSS feeds and video podcasts. Visitors are also welcome to send along feedback and they can also take advantage of a short primer film on Miro that explains all of the bells and whistles of this program....

Created as an open-source and cross-platform application, Miro 2.0.3 allows users to subscribe to and download video podcasts. Visitors can use the program to manage their existing videos, and they can also search for videos via major online video sharing sites, such as Yahoo and Google. Additionally, users can view over 6000 free Internet TV shows and make their way through a host of video...

While the title of this application may be reminiscent of an experimental art installation project (or mere gibberish), one recent reviewer remarked, "It lets you go bananas with videos." That is quite accurate, as this application does in fact allow users to download embedded videos from a wide range of systems and sites. Some might just want to pick up a bit of entertainment, while educators...

OpenShot is an open source cross-platform video editor. It supports many dozens of video, audio, and image formats. Users can combine multiple video sources with an unlimited number of tracks and layers. The editor also allows for individual clips to be scaled, re-sized, trimmed, rotated, or cut as they are incorporated into a project. Static image overlays and watermarks can be added to the...