Audio and Video

Audio mixer with touch display

Having history of working with different audio and video systems, when I go to events I sometimes look at what kind of technology they use to run the shows. At the Solu Machines Launch last Friday I saw an interesting looking audio mixer: Instead of normal mixer sliders it had a touch screen in it.

Mini Maker Faire – part 1

Pictures from Mini Maker Faire Espoo: Light activated volume control between MP3 player and active speakers. Posted from WordPress for Android

DRM does not work as planned!

I have earlier made several post to this blog on DRM – including telling that DRM just does not work. Still several industry groups are trying to push DRM here and there as a solution to their business challenges for example in web and HTML. For example under pressure from the movie studios, along with

5 Things: video CODECs

Here is an interesting video to watch today: In 5 Things: Episode 104 – CODECs video Michael Kammes discusses 5 burning tech questions about video CODECs. 1. What is a CODEC? 2. What do I need to be aware of when choosing a CODEC? 3. What CODEC should I edit with? 4. How do I

TV station replaces filming gear with iPhones

Are the days of manhandling camera gear, pesky light stands, and tripods are at an end? TV station replaces all filming gear with iPhones and selfie sticks article claims that the next big break in journalism — recording your live shots and standups on the iPhone. If it’s good enough for CNN, then it’s good enough