Mobile Accessories
by Max Waldroop ·Posted
If you’ve ever wished that your speaker could be as expressive as the music that comes out of it, jam is here to help with its line of Jamoji Bluetooth speakers. These mini speakers use Bluetooth to connect to your smartphone, tablet, computer, or other compatible media device, and are styled to look like your favorite emojis, including Purple Devil,
by Max Waldroop ·Posted
Mobile videographers, rejoice! Tripod and accessory maker Joby has unveiled two new mini-tripod smartphone stands, designed to help users record smooth, steady video on the go. The stands are based on a smartphone mount, which clamps onto phones measuring between 2.2 and 3.6" wide, inclusive of protective bumpers or cases. The stand connects to a panning and tilting head that uses an aluminum arm for precise pan and tilt operation. The tilt function can be locked in place for a fluid pan without vertical movement.
The difference between the
by Max Waldroop ·Posted
Great photos and videos come from great timing and great placement, and Joby’s ultra-flexible tripods and stands are known as prime tools to help you get the shot you want, from the unlikeliest of angles. Their new GripTight ONE line helps you achieve the same results, this time with your smartphone. The GripTight ONE GorillaPod stand uses the company’s famed GorillaPod, which has a series of rubberized ball-and-socket links for legs that
IFi Audio is a new company with several products aimed at high-definition audiophiles and enthusiasts, including the micro iTube2 Tube Pre-Amplifier, the Micro IDSD Black Label – Portable DAC/Headphone Amp, and the Nano IDSD
With the introduction of Xperia Ear, Sony is affording us a glimpse into the future of communication. This in-ear, intelligent personal assistant lets you communicate with your smartphone via conversational voice interaction and simple head gestures. Stylish and discreet, the Xperia Ear offers a hands-free experience, allowing you to get the most out of your phone while keeping your eyes off the screen and enjoying the world around you.
by Elizabeth Groeschen ·Posted
So you finally got your first smartphone? Your aunt got you a selfie stick for your birthday? You want to take a selfie that doesn’t scream SELFIE? Whatever your reasons may be, follow along for a few tips on how to keep your selfie game strong:
1. Use the Rear-Facing Camera for a Higher-Resolution Image
Brazilian born, Brooklyn-based photographer and blogger Hortencia Caires took the above image with her rear-facing camera. “Lighting also is key!” She says that when she doesn’t have
by Max Waldroop ·Posted
Your life is more connected than ever, and iHome has released a spate of Bluetooth wireless audio products to help you wake up, rock out, and go anywhere without cables holding you back. The iBN43 exudes a commanding presence on your bedside table, and its dual drivers command your attention with the help of iHome Reson8 speaker cabinets. An FM tuner, 3.5mm AUX line-in, and a USB
Zeiss has thrown its hat into the ring of premium iPhone accessory lenses. Partnering with Fellowes Brands, the three Zeiss lenses will mount on the iPhone via the ExoLens mounting system, which is currently available for the iPhone 6/6s and the iPhone 6 Plus and 6s Plus.
The yet-to-be-released Zeiss lenses, a Mutar 0.6x wide angle, Mutar 2x telephoto, and Vario-Proxar macro, will hit the shelves in late spring, 2016. The macro lens uniquely features a zoom function and a translucent diffuser/spacer. All of the lenses are designed
Whether you hate ’em or love ’em, there is no getting around ’em—literally. I have been bonked on the head by a selfie stick on the busy streets of New York, while skiing, and even in the confines of a major arena during a basketball game. Let’s add to their numbers on the street with a convenient buying guide to the best and the rest.
First, selfie sticks are not all that new—they have been around in some form since the 1990s and are basically an
by Shawn C. Steiner and Bjorn Peterson ·Posted
Photographers have always held Apple products in the highest regard, with their beautiful interface, exceptional design, and revolutionary feature sets. With an ecosystem encompassing products meant for use as a full-blown workstation, as well as having an assistant in your pocket, you will be sure to find exactly what you need. So, in order to guide you on your decision, what follows is a walkthrough of some of the most relevant products for photographers.
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