low-quality formats
[loʊ ˈkwɑːlɪti ˈfɔːrmæts]
nounpl: low-quality formats
formatos de baixa qualidade
1. Digital file formats or media types that have reduced resolution, bitrate, or compression resulting in diminished visual or audio fidelity
The streaming service offers low-quality formats to users with slower internet connections.
O serviço de streaming oferece formatos de baixa qualidade para usuários com conexões de internet mais lentas.
2. File types or standards that prioritize smaller file sizes over optimal quality reproduction
Mobile apps often use low-quality formats to save storage space on devices.
Aplicativos móveis frequentemente usam formatos de baixa qualidade para economizar espaço de armazenamento nos dispositivos.
3. Media encodings with reduced bitrates, lower resolution, or increased compression artifacts
The video was saved in low-quality formats due to bandwidth limitations.
O vídeo foi salvo em formatos de baixa qualidade devido às limitações de largura de banda.
This term is prevalent in Brazilian tech culture and streaming services discussions, particularly relevant given Brazil's large population with varied internet speeds. In Portugal and internationally, the term is used identically in technical contexts. The concept reflects the digital divide and the need to balance accessibility with quality in a country with diverse connectivity infrastructure.
NYC Slang
compressed junk / potato quality (referring to compressed, low-res video)
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