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I’ve been testing out the Vuzix iWear AV920 for the past few days. The personal video viewing experience has come a long way since these devices first came out. What I liked the most is how it kept distractions out and let me concentrate on the task at hand.
The iPhone 2.2 firmware update is out in the field for testing. When it’s released, we should have the ability to download podcasts wirelessly, but there’s a limit of 10MB for each download.
Brando has a brilliant little gadget called the Cube Hotshoe Bubble Level. Slip it into the hotshoe mount on your camera to ensure you’re getting a level photo.
We showed you Vincent Laforet’s short film, Reverie, which he shot with the Canon 5D Mark II. If you’ve skeptical about the ability for the every day person to get good video out of this camera, check out David Michaud and Florent Porta’s video. They say they’re not professional photographers.
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November 6th, 2008 at 2:29 pm
Wow that new Canon 5D Mark II is next on my list!
November 6th, 2008 at 3:22 pm
You sound so quiet today. Like your in church trying not to get caught
November 6th, 2008 at 3:55 pm
Great show as always! I look forward to the next show
November 6th, 2008 at 8:52 pm
I’m on the verge of ordering a Vuzix visor, but I’m not sure I actually heard you recommend them. Video quality is good, not disappointing? Is it weird/uncomfortable to focus on a point so close to your eyes for an extended time? My cursor hovers over “Buy Now” as I await your answer.
November 6th, 2008 at 11:31 pm
Lovely video quality.
wish i had this on my D80 :P
keep up the good work!
November 7th, 2008 at 7:04 am
the hotshoe bubble level is only going to be function when you’re on a tripod, assuming you aren’t using a mounted flash, and your tripod doesn’t already have a level bubble in it.
I’m curious how your experience goes with it.
November 7th, 2008 at 9:08 am
@Dave The experience for each person seems to be different. It was better for Neal than for me. Neal did have to wear his glasses but that was the only downside for him. It was a little heavy for my head, so I was more comfortable watching leaning back or lying down.
We both enjoyed the experience overall, and were very happy with the audio and video quality. It’s odd after taking them off – it’s like you have to readjust to reality. :)
November 8th, 2008 at 2:35 pm
The video from the Mark II is magnificent. I can’t wait for you to get yours!