QuickTime Codecs for WP 1.1.0.0
One of the utilities that is aimed at a specific group of filetypes is QuickTime Codecs for WP, but it can be equally good at playing the usual movie formats as well.
Friendly interface, with simple controls at hand
The looks of this application are simple, without bells and whistles, as they feature a high-quality wallpaper and some unsophisticated graphics. Browsing the various sections of the app is seamless and without any delays or other kinds of issues.
There are some annoyances inside the GUI and they take the form of some very insistent prompts to rate the app and of some pesky advertisement banners that keep on changing in the lower side of the screen.
Smart file handling for smooth playback
QuickTime Codecs for WP is all about reading and playing QuickTime specific videos, but it is also able to decode and play the other media types that are locked by the operating system.
In order for you to be able to do this, you will have to make sure the files are stored onto an SD card and avoid keeping them inside system folders because the app cannot access them.
If you want to view the more common video types with this app, you can simply change their extension to QT and they will become available immediately, provided that you followed the previous instruction.
Basic playback functions and secure access
This utility comes with a set of controls you are surely used to already and they will allow you t pause and play the video, move forward and rewind the movie, as well as replay it from the beginning with one tap on the appropriate button.
There is no playlist support for QuickTime Codecs for WP and it sometimes freezes when using the navigation functions with the video paused and the progress bar has some erratic movements.
To make sure no one peeks into your video collection or inside the recently viewed list you can activate the passcode feature from the "Settings" area and set up a 4 digits PIN code that will be required every time the application is opened, even when accessed from the list of recently used apps.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI7
The aspect of this utility is fairly good, but it lacks some options for customizing the overall appearance, while the adverts and prompts also take away some points. |
Function7
QuickTime Codecs for WP handles well the video types it recognizes and ensures a fluent playback, but has too few features and has some functional glitches. |
Security10
Without going inside any secure areas of the system, this app remains discreet and poses no security risks. |
Battery2
Thirsty for energy, the application drains the battery in a short while as it has a massive power consumption. |
Price9
The lack of costs for this app make sit a valuable asset, but there are numerous ads and reminders that users have to put up with. |
Compatibility9
Anyone interested in taking QuickTime Codecs for WP for a spin will have to do this only on Windows Phone 8 and above handsets. |
Specifications
- price:
- Free with ads
- current version:
- 1.1.0.0
- reviewed version:
- 1.0.0.5
- developer:
- Media Mobile Technologies
- category:
- VIDEO
- os version req.:
- 8, 8.1
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 560