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by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Continuing its trend of surprise announcements, Apple has unveiled yet another updated device. This time, it's a refresh of the lauded wireless headphones, the AirPods, which feature bolstered specs across the board, including bumps in battery life, efficiency, and sync times—not to mention just-added voice-activated "Hey Siri" functionality.
The secret behind the AirPods' impressive update is the new Apple-designed H1 chip, which
by Rich R · Posted
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Sonos announced its 2nd-Generation Sonos One Smart Speaker today. In doing so, the company answered the question: How do you better the best? If you're familiar with the original Sonos One at all, then you probably know it made every credible "best smart speaker" list of 2018. An enviable position, sure, but one that begs the question of where exactly do you go from there? Well, Sonos has the answer, and it's by adding Bluetooth Low Energy
by tom kirkman · Posted
While the rest of the lighting world rushed to produce a tube-shaped LED light, Genaray quietly worked on a sophisticated fixture with intelligently designed features and wide color and mounting options that’s just fun to use—the SpectroLED Baton Stick Light.
Genaray SpectroLED Baton Stick Light (53")
Genaray seems to have thought of everything on this one. The Baton comes in three lengths: 20,
by Atane Ofiaja · Posted
Arecont Vision has expanded its range of network cameras with the Contera Series. This new series of network cameras comes in several form factors that include two micro bullet cameras, two bullet cameras, two dome cameras, two outdoor dome cameras, and two multi-sensor panoramic cameras. These cameras all feature SNAPstream+ (Smart Noise Adaptation and Processing) for bandwidth efficiency, NightView technology for low-light applications, multicasting, forensic zoom, scaling, ePTZ, and PoE technology.
The micro bullet cameras come in
by Atane Ofiaja · Posted
Smart locks offer an alternative to the traditional lock. The traditional lock needs keys. Keys can get lost or stolen, and locks can be picked. Smart locks provide keyless entry, which means only people with access can enter the locked space.
Expanding its keyless entry solutions, Yale has released three models of the Real Living Assure Lock Deadbolt. Up first is the Real Living Assure Lock Push Button Deadbolt. As the name implies, this
by Rich R · Posted
Thanks to a partnership with Sonance, Sonos now offers in-wall, in-ceiling, and outdoor speaker options. They’re all available in pairs, and are all optimized for use with the
by Atane Ofiaja · Posted
MOBOTIX has expanded its range of network cameras, starting with the MOVE series, which consists of two PTZ cameras, a bullet camera, and a dome camera.
The MOVE SD-330 and SD-340-IR PTZ cameras capture 2065 x 1553-resolution video at 30 fps and have built-in heaters. The SD-330 is equipped with a 4.3
by Atane Ofiaja · Posted
Never a company to rest on its laurels, Hikvision added some new network cameras to its robust lineup. Up first is the DS-2CD2063G0-I bullet camera. It comes in 2.8mm and 4mm focal-length
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
When building a lighting kit, it might make sense to just get matching fixtures. I’m here to tell you that you shouldn’t do that. Have a couple of matching options to make some setups easier, but supplementing with another type of light can make life so much easier for other situations. Here are six lighting combos that shouldn’t be overlooked.
Conduct an Orchestra with the Luxli Timpani and Cello
“Key” to any kit is a key light. With this kit I have to recommend the
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
One of the best upgrades anyone can make to their photography gear is in the lighting department. Getting your first or, even, extra lights can transform your images in countless ways. It is also a great way to learn more about photography and expand your capabilities. Here is a quick list of seven lighting kits with options, for absolute beginners to seasoned professionals.
Bolt VD-410 Manual Flash, Times Two!
Absolute beginners don’t need much more than a speedlight to start experimenting with light. One of the most practical for them is one
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Find out that it doesn’t require a truck full of gear to document a wedding. Come learn the principles that help you pare down your necessities, and develop a style where less is more. Lugging around extra sandbags, stands, and cords can be cumbersome and can sometimes get in the way of you capturing the essence and emotion of the occasion. In this video, Laibel and Chana will teach you how to make every move count by understanding the principles behind creating simple and beautiful light. Laibel and Chana Schwartz
by Steven Gladstone · Posted
The Lighting Department at B&H Photo is extremely pleased to announce that we will be the exclusive retailer for the new Lowel TotaLED light. The Lowel Tota has long been a fixture on productions looking for a unit that provides strong output in a small size. With the original Tota, there was a price to pay, because it would burn through costly quartz halogen bulbs that produced a blistering amount of heat, which over time could melt
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Boo! In this video, photographer David Flores shares with you eight different tips for capturing scary pictures. This includes manipulating light based on the mood, how light painting can augment your photos,
by Andrew Eisele · Posted
It’s that time of year again. The days are getting shorter, the air crisper, and the foliage is starting to change. I’m talking about fall and my favorite holiday—Halloween! Ghosts, ghouls, monsters, skeletons, witches, and anything that goes bump in the night. As a kid, I loved going trick-or-treating with family and friends, and some of my favorite memories were of the houses in my neighborhood who went the extra mile to create mini-haunted houses. Over the years, I’ve sought out all manner of fright fests from the tiny “mom & pop”