Hive Studio Allows for Remote PTZ Control
PTZOptics introduced Hive Studio: a way for a PTZ camera operator to work remotely controlling cameras around the world.
PTZOptics introduced Hive Studio: a way for a PTZ camera operator to work remotely controlling cameras around the world.
I had a conversation with Joe De Max and learned how X-Keys and Central Control are making devices for remote control of equipment.
I saw three mixers in the Allen & Heath CQ line for Ultra compact mixing ability. These are great for small bands, and rooms.
RØDE has given content creators a new wireless microphone for interviews, podcasts, and more. The Rode Interview Pro Handheld microphone replaces the old system (the Go and a handle) to give creators a true handheld microphone. The Interview Pro is an omnidirectional microphone that can be paired with a Series IV Wireless Go, or Rodecaster Pro […]
Elgato has a great line of products for gamers and streamers. The Elgato Prompter keeps your eyes on the camera and your audience.
While at NABShow 2024, I talked with Kyle Gesuelli about the announcements Adobe made right before the show started. Adobe has always been at the forefront of video innovation, while millions use the software to create photos, video, presentations, and more. Their Generative AI feature in Photoshop alone has given creators the ability to build […]
I talked with Joe Di Max at Central Control. Last year he added Triggers to a sequence. This year, it’s all about Timeline Macro Editing with Flex Macros. The idea is simple: if you want to run a sequence of files, videos, photos, and more, you can add it to the trigger timeline. When ready, […]
I had a great sit-down with Ryan from RØDE at NAB 2023. If you’re serious about podcasting, YouTube, or Livestreaming, then getting the right gear is important. And no three pieces of gear are more important than the RØDECasterDUO, the RØDE Streamer X, and the RØDE Wireless ME. The RØDECasterDUO The RØDECasterDUO is a smaller […]
Telestream updated their systems to allow for live streaming up to 4K with their latest versions of the video streaming software and hardware. This will help productions up their streaming efforts and creating content for post-production. At NAB 2022, I talk with Mike to find out all the cool new features. Wirecast Gear 3 The […]
BirdDog came out with some new hardware at NAB 2022, bringing even more NDI inputs/outputs into the video arena. I stopped by during the show to check them out. BirdDog P110, P120 PTZ Camera With four output options, these cameras give you everything you need to record, stream, review, and more. Using the Sony Exmor […]
At NAB, I talked with Joe De Max of Central Control about any new updates. He showed me some cool ways to use Central Control as he went over the features. What is Central Control This is software that will work with custom control surfaces (X-Keys, Stream Deck, MIDI controllers) to help program buttons, faders, […]
Loupedeck is a customizable controller that gives you functionality at your fingertips. From creating hotkey buttons, giving you dial controls and jog wheels, and a lot more. While at NAB 2022, we look at the Loupedeck Live, and the Loupedeck Creative Tool (CT). Loupedeck CT Designed in Findland, this is a 20-static button, 12 LCD […]
Checking out the new Kiloview N60 – a 4K UHD box that is also a bi-directional converter. That means you can do Camera to NDI, then NDI to output source. The N60 gives you both High-bandwidth NDI and NDI|HX signals (HX2 for now). This box can be used in many different situations, from broadcasting to […]
PTZOptics/Huddlecam was at the NAB show to show how you can build up your studio for 2022. Many PTZ cameras, and a couple finds for your video production. Matthew Davis shows us around the booth. Simple Track Lite On the Huddlecam side of things, we saw the autotracking Simple Track Lite. This is a camera […]
If you are looking for a customizable keyboard for video, audio, or just to open your programs, X-Keys has been building configurable button racks for many years. I interviewed X-Keys over the years, and the products, while not stylish, are very functional and fully customizable. PIE Rack System Maggie showed us an updated PI Engineering […]
Yololiv has been busy working off their original Yolobox idea, and for NAB have 2 new boxes ready for purchase, and a new concept idea that can change the way you do Instagram Live in the Yolobox Max Pro. Yololiv Yolobox Pro The Yolobox Pro expands on the original device with a 3rd camera input, […]
Francis Crossman said it was great to be back to in-person, it was good to see people have legs… I talked to Francis about the updates to Premiere Pro, including the integration of Frame.io into the system. We talked about that, and the new color tab and auto configuration. Frame.IO Integration The new workflow addition […]
This last week I was at NAB 2022, getting interviews and first looks at products. I stopped by the Epiphan booth to learn more about their Unify system and Epiphan Pearl appliance. I was asked to do an interview, and so we made it into a dual interview. I’ve used Epiphan hardware before. The Webcaster […]
This year at NAB, Blackmagic Design released a bunch of updated products. From 8K Studio ATEM boxes, to full control panels, and even a keyboard that was designed for production and editing. I talked with Bob, and we went down the line. Of course, I was more focued on cameras, and with the release of […]
During NAB, I talked with Travis at NewBlueFX, who showed off a concept version of their software. In this version, you could connect up to 4 cameras, and add filters, scoreboards, overlays, and much more. NewBlueFX is add-on software for graphics, lower 3rds, scoreboards, and more for your live switching software or hardware. It works […]
At NAB, I talked with the folks at Switcher Studio – a switching software device that loads up on your iPad, and iPhones, to create a multi-camera environment. I talk with Mark about this program, and all the updates for 2019. New Features at Switcher Studio They talked about video chat, a feature they started […]
While at NAB, I learned about the company Kiloview, and their NDI encoder solutions for video. Their N and E solutions allow for HDMI or SDI signals into an NDI receiving device. The E series is wired, while the N series is portable wireless. Each device sends up to 1080p signals, and full H.264 encoding. […]
Everyone wants live video, but the problem is they’re in confined spaces, and don’t have the ability for production crews to come in every time to shoot, record, and stream out. That is where MultiCAM Systems comes in. They can bring a live camera solution into a radio show, conference, or home studio and give […]
If you’re looking for a rugged, all-terrain portable hard drive, then G-Technology has just what you desire in the ArmorATD. It’s an outdoor drive for your outdoor lifestyle. Filmmakers, photographers, and all professions where you have to be out in the elements will get use out of this storage device. What is the ArmorATD In […]
It’s always great to talk with Telestream about the updates with one of my favorite programs – Wirecast. I ran into Bryce to talk more about Wirecast 12, and find out more about the announcement with Switch. Wirecast 12 There are two new great features, and one major fix to Wirecast. The QR code addition […]