[ID3 Dev] ID3v2 extensions to support audible metadata

[Brandon Corey]

One thing you might consider is allowing different formats for the audio
data.  For example, the track audio may be 44.1kHz stereo, while the
narrative data would sound fine at 11.025kHz mono.

Also, since I don't see it mentioned, what if the track audio is encryped
via an AENC frame?  I presume you wouldn't want this audio data to be
encrypted as well, but in either case it should be noted in the spec.

Brandon

On Tue, Apr 25, 2006 at 01:05:18PM +0100, Chris Newell wrote:
> Dear all,
> 
> Attached is a proposal concerning "audible metadata" which I promised to submit a while ago. The idea is to provide an audible alternative to existing ID3v2 text frames, allowing a listener to navigate through the menus and listings of a media player by sound alone. 
> 
> The proposal is primarily motivated by the need to provide improved user interfaces for the visually impaired, but the feature might also be popular with other users and useful for media players with limited (or no) visual displays.
> 
> I'd be very interested to hear your comments and whether you foresee any applications in your area.
> 
> Best regards,
> 
> Chris


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