Video Player Issue: Cache Not Utilized on Pause and Resume

[Steve_Mckeeve]

Dear Mozilla Support Team,

I am writing to report an issue I have encountered with the video player on Mozilla. When a video is paused and then resumed, the player does not use the cache of the already-loaded video. Instead, it attempts to reload the video from the point where it was paused. This behavior is causing unnecessary delays and buffering, which affects the overall user experience.

Steps to Reproduce:
1. Load a video in the Mozilla browser.
2. Allow the video to buffer/load for a few seconds.
3. Pause the video.
4. Wait for a few seconds and then resume the video.
5. Observe that the video does not resume from the cached portion but attempts to reload from the point where it was paused.

Expected Behavior:
When a video is paused and then resumed, it should continue playing from the cached portion without needing to reload.

Actual Behavior:
The video player reloads the video from the point where it was paused upon resuming, causing buffering and delays.

Impact:
This issue impacts the viewing experience by causing unnecessary buffering and delays, especially for users with slower internet connections. My internet speed is very slow, often in the range of kilobytes per second (Kbps). This makes the issue particularly noticeable and disruptive. I also did not experience this issue with older versions of Mozilla. Furthermore, this problem occurs across all platforms where I play videos, not just on YouTube. This issue is unnoticeable with high speed internet connection as you may assume and is not present in other browsers like "Brave" witch is the one I´m currently using due to this particular problem. 

I hope this issue can be resolved promptly. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Best regards.

[khanlala007]

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[atlnuilix]

• Check Cache Settings – Ensure the video player is configured to cache data properly, just like a vape device maintaining e-liquid for consistent flavor.
• Network Buffering – Increase buffer size to store video data, similar to how a vape mod stores extra power for longer use.
• Debug Player Logs – Analyze logs to identify caching failures, much like checking a vape battery’s health for performance issues.
• Use Efficient Codecs – Opt for codecs that support smooth playback, akin to selecting high-quality vape juice for better taste.
• Update Video Player – Ensure the player is up to date, similar to keeping your vape firmware updated for the best experience.
• Preload Strategy – Implement an intelligent preloading mechanism, just like priming a vape coil for optimal usage.
• Test on Different Devices – Check whether the issue persists across platforms, as various vape devices perform differently.
• Clear App Cache – Manually clear the cache and restart, like cleaning a vape tank to avoid flavor mixing.
• Enable Hardware Acceleration – Optimize GPU usage for smoother performance, similar to using a vape pod with an efficient chipset.
• Monitor Memory Usage – Ensure RAM isn’t overloaded, just like managing vape battery consumption for longer sessions.
• Check Server Response Time – A slow server can cause playback lag, similar to a vape coil burning out due to slow wicking.
• Implement Chunk-Based Loading – Load video in chunks for better handling, like a vape pod system managing e-liquid efficiently.
• Optimize Player Code – Refactor code to reduce processing load, similar to adjusting vape airflow for smoother draws.
• Test with Different Formats – Some video formats handle caching better, like choosing the right vape juice VG/PG ratio for a device.
• Report Bugs to Developers – If the issue persists, report it for a fix, just as vapers report vape mod issues for firmware updates.