As far as I can tell they are just changing their API? Can someone tell me what makes that less open?
Saying Goodbye to OpenSubtitles.org API
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#22Honestly, with things like whisper out in the world it's not as much of a loss. The integration with media players was nice, though.
What whisper?
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#23Earlier quoted context omitted.
Until the new year, when it will be closed down, unless you pay
If I read the post correctly, they are making changes to the API, not the website itself, right? You will still be able to visit the website and download the subtitles you want. You just won't be able to make use of the API without paying for it. Edit: Nvm they are going to insert ads everywhere
They're already showing ads... maybe you don't see them because you're using an adblocker.
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#24Earlier quoted context omitted.
A classic tactic used by conmen. Make the victim trust you, then snatch their belongings. Easier than open confrontation.
Well, imdb.com did that without open in the name. Its entire initial database was crowd sourced, end users entering in data about movies, series, tv shows, basically it was wikipedia like. Then one day it said "oh, so sorry, now this is commercial"
Also wasnt CDDB also the one where basically we ended up with creative commons license?
The basic problem though is servers cost money and time to run. No one really wants to pay much for it. So these sorts of metadata sites come and go because they end up as the destination for popular 3rd party items to basically harvest their data. Then basically whoever runs it runs into an issue (job loss, crazy bill, anger, whatever) and says screw it this now costs money.
Re: Saying Goodbye to OpenSubtitles.org API
#25Honestly, with things like whisper out in the world it's not as much of a loss. The integration with media players was nice, though.
What whisper?
Re: Saying Goodbye to OpenSubtitles.org API
#26> Your consumer can query the API on its own, and download 5 subtitles per IP's per 24 hours, but a user must be authenticated to download more. Users will then be able to download as many subtitles as their ranks allows, from 10 as simple signed up user, to 1000 for VIP user. > If you wish to offer subtitles without prompting for an opensubtitles account, please contact us and tell us about your project... For an ea…
Like some open source projects moving to a "source available" or "fair code" licenses, it is going to be bumpy finding equilibrium as to what is reasonable. Tragedy of the commons for sure. There are costs to cover, and usage profiles can vary wildly.
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#27Re: Saying Goodbye to OpenSubtitles.org API
#28The OpenSubtitles.org API service is coming to an end, marking the end of an era after 17 years. Non-VIP users will be primarily affected, while VIP members will still have access to the API. The transition is paving the way for a more advanced and streamlined experience with the introduction of the new REST API on OpenSubtitles.com.
To celebrate this change, OpenSubtitles.org is offering a 20% discount on a one-year subscription to VIP membership. VIP members enjoy benefits such as an ad-free experience, direct download links, higher download limits, ad-free subtitles, user profile visibility, and contribute to the platform's development. Users are encouraged to upgrade to VIP membership to take advantage of the limited-time offer and immerse themselves in a premium subtitle experience across OpenSubtitles platforms.
TLDR: Nothing changes except API prices.
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#29Can P2P/torrents replace this?
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#30Didn't they provide subtitles made by users?