HEVC codec is widely used these days, but is still not accepted by all devices, applications and players. How to download HEVC codec on Windows 10/11 or VLC? You can find answers in the text below. This extension goes hand-in-hand with the Free HEIF/HEIC Extension for photos.Summary: What is HEVC? How can I play HEVC video files since Microsoft has eliminated support for the HEVC codec for new installations of Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. Perhaps your CPU or GPU already included the cost of this license? If Microsoft wants to leave things up to interpretation, then interpret we shall. It’s entirely possible that they aren’t only talking about system builders, but other hardware vendors as well. But my biggest issue is that Microsoft describes this free version as “From Device Manufacturer.” But they don’t specify what devices from which manfacturers. If you build your own computer and install Windows on it, legally, you aren’t supposed to use this free version. Companies like Dell, HP, and Lenovo give money to Microsoft to have this available for them.

This version of the HEVC Video Extension is paid for by OEMs: Original Equipment Manufacturers. Why are there two, and why does this link exist?

Have no fear! Microsoft also provides a link in the Microsoft store where you can download the HEVC Video Extension completely free of charge.

But sometimes you’re just in a pinch and you don’t have your credit card on file, or you aren’t logged in to your normal Microsoft account and it’s just a pain. Just $0.99, in fact! In many cases, I don’t mind spending a dollar, and I encourage others to do the same. Microsoft offers the HEVC Video Extension necessary to play videos from iPhone users on their store, but they often try to charge a dollar for it.

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