Streaming JMCS : A 3G Mobile Based Video On Demand System

Streaming JMCS is the next step in providing rich multimedia experience for 3G mobile users. A 3G mobile user can download and install a Java based application that will enable him to dynamically “stream” video contents to his mobile device using the high speed 3G network. Streaming is unlike “downloading” since the later will be bounded by the available storage within the mobile device not to mention the waiting period to “download” before playback can commence. Streaming will enable
“video on demand” media to be broadcasted live to the mobile device irrelevant of the device's storage capacity were playback can start almost immediately. We are at the age of multimedia communication devices and this technology could be used in education, businesses, services and entertainment to name few.

The system is composed of 3 basic modules bound by protocols that will guarantee high quality media and uninterruptible video playback as long as the 3G connection holds. These basic units are the “Client MIDlet”; the java application loaded on the user's 3G mobile phone, a “web server” to handle login & authentications guaranteeing a secure experience for both the client and the service provider, and a “streaming server” responsible for providing the broadcast ability to connected clients making use of industry standard CODECs namely 3gp and MP4. The system will
also provide important statistical data that is useful for any service provider to enhance the quality of their service.