Mobile buffering drops by 40% with Ownmates' new adaptive video update
London, UK — July 18, 2026 — Ownmates, a provider of digital companion applications, today announced that its new smooth video watch feature, now available on Android and iOS, reduces buffering delays by up to 40% based on internal testing, directly addressing the top user complaint in mobile video playback.
The update, which is immediately available to all users running the latest versions of the app, leverages adaptive bitrate streaming technology to adjust video quality in real time based on network conditions. This ensures minimal interruptions even on fluctuating internet connections. The development team prioritized compatibility across a wide range of devices, including older smartphone models, and conducted testing across multiple network environments to validate performance improvements.
“Our goal with this update is to address a core user need: reliable, high-quality video playback on mobile devices,” said Amar Raj, chief technology officer at Ownmates. “We focused on engineering a solution that adapts to varying network conditions without compromising on video clarity.”
The feature rollout follows a period of beta testing with a select group of users, whose feedback informed final adjustments to the streaming algorithm. Ownmates plans to continue monitoring performance and release further optimizations in subsequent updates.
The mobile video streaming market has experienced sustained growth, with users increasingly consuming video content on smartphones and tablets. According to industry reports, mobile video accounts for a significant portion of global internet traffic, making playback reliability a key differentiator for applications. Ownmates’ latest update positions the company to meet evolving user expectations in this competitive landscape.
Ownmates develops mobile applications focused on digital companionship and user engagement. The company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, and serves a global user base across multiple platforms.