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I'M converint all of my videos from iTunes using DRM removal softare. Most of these videos will be played on Linux and or my Samsung Galaxy Tab, my format options are: MPEG-1 NTSC, MPEG-1 PAS, MPEG-1 SECAM, MPEG-2 NTSC, MPEG-2 PAS, & MPEG-2 SECAM, MPG, MP4, & MKV. What should I go for here?

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Short summary for : the main decision is compatibility versus archive flexibility. One workflow gives you a single, broadly playable file for the Galaxy Tab and Linux players; another keeps a high-quality master with extra audio/subtitle tracks for long-term storage. Responses from , and point toward containers and encoders that favor quality — that is valid for archiving, but may not be the easiest for every Android tablet.

For the widest out-of-the-box playback on Android tablets and Linux desktop players, create a device-optimized copy with a widely supported container, an efficient AVC-compatible encoder profile appropriate for the tablet, and AAC-LC audio. Keep resolution reasonable for the tablet (720p is usually a good max for older models), use conservative bitrates (rough guideline: ~1–2 Mbps for 480p, ~2.5–4 Mbps for 720p) and 128–192 kb/s for stereo audio. If the tablet is older, choose a more compatible encoder profile; if it is newer, you can use higher-efficiency profiles. Test one file first and adjust if playback stutters or audio is missing. Android device codec support varies; refer to the platform guide when in doubt: Android supported media formats.

Keep a second archival copy in a feature-rich container if you need multiple audio tracks, chapters or soft subtitles; desktop Linux players and tools handle those well. Use a tool like HandBrake for quick presets or ffmpeg for scripted batch conversions, and inspect files with MediaInfo before transfer: HandBrake docs | MediaInfo.

Final notes: burn subtitles if the tablet player cannot read soft subs, and confirm that removing DRM is legal in the relevant jurisdiction before converting.

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there is no MPEG-4?

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The best video format i have seen is .mkv format. It is a HD video format offers a crystal clear videos.

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yeah i also use .MKV format and I use MPC Player

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MKV using H.264 encoding

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