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Android vs iOS: a mediographer’s dilemma 2016.12

Which is better for mediography: an Android or iOS device? article by Allan Tépper A question I often get is: Which is better for mediographers or mobile journalists: an Android or iOS device? In fact, it’s something that I find myself continuing to reevaluate almost every month, especially since the traditional smartphone applications and carrier … Continue reading Android vs iOS: a mediographer’s dilemma 2016.12

Mobile journalism and mediography update & buyer’s guide: 2016.12

Accessorize your mobile phone or tablet with mounts, microphones, interfaces and more. article by Allan Tépper Whether you prefer the Android or the iOS platform (iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch), mobile journalism and mediography keeps getting stronger. This applies to both audio-only and audio-with-video production, as well as still photography. For the past several years, I have been … Continue reading Mobile journalism and mediography update & buyer’s guide: 2016.12

Modo Bass is a software version of an acoustic bass guitar

Is Modo Bass what Virgil Starkwell needed in Woody Allen’s Take the money and run? article by Allan Tépper If you have read my articles for the past several years, you know that I have reviewed several microphones, preamplifiers, A-to-D converters and other devices. Those devices have come from a multitude of manufacturers located in … Continue reading Modo Bass is a software version of an acoustic bass guitar

The monetization epidemic: Why are many people using the wrong term?

Content producers want to make money from their works. Unfortunately, many are using the wrong word. article by Allan Tépper Throughout the world, content producers want to continue to make money from their works, or make even more than they are earning already, especially with digital content, like electronic books, multimedia books, articles, audio and … Continue reading The monetization epidemic: Why are many people using the wrong term?

HP Z2 Mini Workstation supports non-integer framerates like 23.976, 29.97 and 59.94 fps

Unlike current Macs (which are incapable of delivering non-integer framerates without an external video interface), the HP Z2 Mini workstation supports 23.976, 29.97 and 59.94 fps to up to six simultaneous displays. article by Allan Tépper HP just unveiled the world’s first mini workstation designed for users in CAD and other compute-intensive industries. Since our … Continue reading HP Z2 Mini Workstation supports non-integer framerates like 23.976, 29.97 and 59.94 fps

iKlip Grip Pro grip/pole/tripod/remote for smartphones

Mobile multimedia journalism is a market segment where IK Multimedia doesn’t stop innovating. Now the Italian company is offering a professional version of the original iKlip Grip to complement its microphones and other devices. article by Allan Tépper The new iKlip Grip Pro for smartphones has so many features that even three words aren’t enough … Continue reading iKlip Grip Pro grip/pole/tripod/remote for smartphones

Android Auto & Apple’s CarPlay have finally landed

Now that it’s so much easier for people to listen to our audio content in cars (thanks Gary Numan), how do we content producers take best advantage? article by Allan Tépper Last week, while I was riding in an Uber, I actually saw switchable CarPlay and Android Auto working in a car radio for the … Continue reading Android Auto & Apple’s CarPlay have finally landed

How to get 180° shutter speed with smartphone videos

This article and video will teach you how to achieve a 180° shutter speed on your Android, iPhone or tablet. article by Allan Tépper Many people know that the under US$10 FiLMiC Pro for Android or iPhone gives us much more control than the standard video recording app. The more commonly known features are the … Continue reading How to get 180° shutter speed with smartphone videos

Palindromic microphone, ABBA y and Hotel ChâteauBleau’s compound name

CapicúaFM episode In this CapicúaFM episode, Allan Tepper explains the three compound words in our new sponsor’s name, Hotel ChâteauBleau. The unique ChâteauBleau name combines three French words: château, beau and bleu. As a result, in Castilian, it should be adapted as Castillo BelloAzul. CapicúaFM gets a palindromic mic from the US brand,Shure. There is a reference to Tépper’s article ProVideo …

How to export –16 LUFS from Hindenburg Journalist without the dangers of insecure FTP

Learn the “secret” workaround to export –16 LUFS normalized audio from Hindenburg Journalist (standard) without the dangers of insecure FTP. article by Allan Tépper Recently I published an article covering several new features and benefits in Hindenburg Journalist (PRO), including –16 LUFS normalization in the standard (non PRO) version. However, I was concerned since this … Continue reading How to export –16 LUFS from Hindenburg Journalist without the dangers of insecure FTP