Yolobox All in One Multi-Camera Video Switcher, Encoder, Monitor, and Recorder
By Jamie G
YoloLiv has recently released version 3.0 for the YoloBox, the all in one multi-camera video switcher, encoder, monitor, and recorder. With 10 exciting new features and a new low price of $999, this portable live streaming studio is perfect for live streamers who are looking for a simple solution.
VIDEOLANE.COM’s Adrian Lee reviews the YoloBox with version 3.0 and shares the 10 new features he discovered.
YoloBox Version 3.0 New Features Lee Discovered & His Thoughts
1. New user interface – There are two types of interface to choose from. It depends on whether I want to see a bigger video display or see more controls at my fingertips. Personally, I prefer to see more controls at a glance.
2. Multicam switching – I find it easier now to select and switch between cameras and other video sources.
3. Picture-in-picture – Setting up and selecting a picture-in-picture scene is also easier. Just select the main scene, the overlay scene then resize and reposition.
4. Audio Inputs – We can now select 1 main audio input to play over the other selected video inputs. I wish I can mix audio channels though, especially when I want to speak over a video playing in the background.
5. Live Scoreboard – It is a live text and graphic overlay. This will be interesting for people shooting live sports events. Wait… maybe I can use it for my product comparison videos. I can type in the opponent names, game scores, and the playtime… all during the stream.
6. Watermark – I prefer the previous version. I can’t make a graphic smaller than the minimum size limit. The good thing though is that I don’t have to create a lower thirds graphic anymore. I can type it directly with a text background.
7. Changing resolution – Changing resolution from the default 720p to 1080p is as easy as tapping on the resolution number. I checked YouTube and discovered that the stream was actually 1080HD60… yes, 60 frames per second! That’s a good thing.
8. Video Recording – Recording the stream is now easier. Just tap the camera icon. While recording on the SD card, I can play a video from the same SD card at the same time.
9. Stream to Twitch – Now I can stream to YouTube , Facebook and Twitch, all at the same time.
10. Everything is software update… no need to change any hardware.