The World Wide Web Consortium announced updates to the Portable Network Graphics (PNG) format, including improved EXIF data storage and official support for animated PNGs (APNGs), which were introduced by Mozilla. Despite the format's long history since its 1996 launch, it has only seen two major revisions prior to this third edition. Unlike some other graphics formats that faced lawsuits and patent issues, PNG remains freely usable, making it a favored choice among users. The article also touches on the pronunciation debate surrounding the GIF format.
The PNG format has been enhanced with HDR support, improved EXIF data storage, and official animation capabilities, securing its relevance in the graphics ecosystem.
Version 1.0 was introduced in 1996, with only two major revisions since, reflecting the longevity and stability of the PNG graphics standard.
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