portable – BROADFIELD NEWS https://news.broadfield.com Distributor of Live Production Equipment for Resellers Only Thu, 11 Apr 2024 20:27:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://news.broadfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/bdi-square-logo-150x150.png portable – BROADFIELD NEWS https://news.broadfield.com 32 32 Need a Portable 4K Switcher with NDI and SRT? Is Yolobox Ultra the Solution? https://news.broadfield.com/need-a-portable-4k-switcher-with-ndi-and-srt-is-yolobox-ultra-the-solution/ Fri, 12 Apr 2024 17:00:00 +0000 https://news.broadfield.com/?p=28333 In the video, Streaming Alchemy will be taking a detailed look at the Yolobox Ultra, covering both the physical device and all its core functionality. They will share our thoughts around the strengths of the Ultra. To wrap up, they go over the types of productions that we think the Ultra is ideally suited for.

Watch the full video from Streaming Alchemy below:

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More Reliable Livestreaming | LiveU Solo Pro https://news.broadfield.com/more-reliable-livestreaming-liveu-solo-pro/ Thu, 01 Feb 2024 18:00:00 +0000 https://news.broadfield.com/?p=27652 In this video, Nathaniel from ProAV TV tries out the LiveU Solo Pro, a portable network bonding device that facilitates professional quality live-streaming and takes a look at what makes this piece of kit so reliable for cellular live streaming.

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The best digital storage for video editors — 2023 https://news.broadfield.com/the-best-digital-storage-for-video-editors-2023/ Tue, 17 Oct 2023 17:57:49 +0000 https://news.broadfield.com/?p=26655 As video resolutions in the digital realm continue to advance, the demand for storage capacity grows in parallel. If you’re prepared to elevate your storage game, you’ve come to the right destination. Within this comprehensive article, you’ll discover a curated selection of top-tier storage drives currently available, meticulously chosen by the discerning team at Videomaker. Furthermore, we’ll delve into the significance of two crucial factors that should be at the forefront of your mind when you’re in the market for storage solutions of any kind.

Best RAID – SanDisk Professional G-RAID Shuttle 4

The SanDisk Professional G-RAID Shuttle 4 embodies an exceptional blend of swiftness, ruggedness, and extensive configurability, albeit at a premium price point. The Shuttle boasts a wide-ranging capacity, ranging from a substantial 24 Terabytes (TB) to a whopping 72 TB.

Straight out of the box, the Shuttle arrives pre-configured with a RAID 5 setup in HFS+ format. The factory format impressively yields a read speed of 553 MB/s and a write speed of 765 MB/s, ensuring optimal performance while maintaining data redundancy. If you’re on a PC and opt for exFAT formatting, it doesn’t significantly compromise performance, as it still offers a commendable read speed of 551 MB/s and a write speed of 761 MB/s.

What truly sets the Shuttle apart is its remarkable transfer speed, clocking in at up to 1000 Megabytes per second. In our tests, we even surpassed this with an average speed of 1028 MB/s when configured in RAID 0. The Shuttle’s inclusion of a hardware RAID controller provides versatility, allowing for configurations with 4 TB, 6 TB, 8 TB, and 12 TB drives, or a combination of two 10 or 12 TB drives alongside two EV bays.

While the cost of the Shuttle is undeniably on the higher end, it undeniably justifies its price with the performance it delivers. Its transfer speeds are robust, making it an excellent choice for working with various types of footage. If you seek capacious storage with redundancy, portability, and reliability, the SanDisk Professional G-RAID Shuttle 4 is a compelling choice that merits your strong consideration.

Best Portable Storage – SanDisk 1TB Extreme Pro Portable SSD

Harnessing the cutting-edge power of NVMe technology, the SanDisk 1TB Extreme Pro Portable SSD redefines the concept of speed with blazing-fast read speeds, surging to an impressive 1050 MB/s, effortlessly harnessing the full potential of its USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface. Versatility is at the core of this SSD’s design, enabling connectivity through either USB Type-C or USB Type-A via the included adapter. Additionally, it seamlessly integrates with both Windows and Mac systems, requiring no additional drivers for hassle-free use.

Embracing the essence of portability, the SanDisk 1TB Extreme Pro Portable SSD is meticulously crafted to be both featherlight and compact, making it the ideal choice for individuals seeking a storage solution that thrives within limited physical space constraints. Furthermore, its construction prioritizes robustness, featuring an aluminum body that efficiently dissipates heat and a resilient silicon rubber coating that offers premium impact protection.

In a world where swift and secure data transfers are imperative, this SSD emerges as the ultimate contender, offering a remarkable 1TB of storage capacity, coupled with unrivaled read and write speeds of 1,050 MB/s. For those who demand peak performance in a package that perfectly balances speed, durability, and compactness, the SanDisk 1TB Extreme Pro Portable SSD beckons as a compelling choice.

Read the full article from Videomaker HERE

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Introducing YoloBox Mini Video Manual and Feature Tour https://news.broadfield.com/introducing-yolobox-mini-video-manual-and-feature-tour/ Thu, 21 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://news.broadfield.com/?p=21707 Robert Hamm recently posted a video on his YouTube channel discussing the new YoloLiv YoloBox Mini.

YoloBox Mini is a super portable live streaming encoder, monitor and recorder that is capable of incorporating many powerful features for high end work! As the name suggests, it’s very small compared to almost all other live streaming solutions. You can fit it in your pocket, especially perfect for live events that require high mobility. If you’re looking for a mini but mighty live streaming solution for mobile live streaming needs, YoloBox Mini is your best choice.

Watch the video from Robert Hamm HERE:

Chapters:
00:00 Intro and Video Outline
00:27 Back Story and History
01:43 YoloBox Mini!
02:39 Same Great Software
03:15 Walk Around and Test Rig
05:15 Start Screen Tour
05:52 YBM Settings Menu
07:01 Network Settings and Test
07:58 Set up a Stream
08:18 Monitor Mode 50Kbps Encoding
08:38 Basic Stream Settings
09:02 Choose Broadcast Connection
09:59 Overlays/Title/Timers
11:45 Audio Settings
12:22 Adding Scoreboards
12:50 Comment Settings
13:17 Advanced Stream Settings
15:06 Free Restream Service
16:06 Stream Encoding CBR/VBR/CQ
18:09 Fram Rates up to 60FPS
18:46 Stream Considerations
19:52 Constant Improvement Philosophy
21:32 What’s Missing?
21:56 No SD Card Video
22:53 HDMI or USB Video
24:49 Just get a Different Camera
26:31 Thanks for Watching

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LaCie: Works with iPad https://news.broadfield.com/lacie-works-with-ipad/ Wed, 12 May 2021 15:10:59 +0000 https://news.broadfield.com/?p=18510 Many editors and post production video professionals have been moving towards integrating iPads and portable tablets to their workflows. It’s a supplementary device, but can be an extremely powerful tool. LaCie has introduced support in many portable storage solutions for iPad, to make this workflow even better.

Check out some highlights from this article from LaCie to learn more.

For Editing on Set

If you’re looking to edit photos or footage right there on set, this is is your use case. A SmallRig Mount enables you to attach the Rugged SSD or Rugged SSD Pro to certain camera rigs such as the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K/6K, Sigma FP, and Z CAM. The mount attaches to the camera cage using two captive 1/4”-20 screws, securing both the SSD and its connected USB Type-C cable by ratcheting thumbscrew. The mount’s offset attachment on the top left corner of the cage helps avoid interference with an attached top handle, side handle, or other accessories. All of this means that your SSD will directly ingest files, not after the shoot, but as you shoot. Once you’ve got your images, plug the drive into your iPad and let the on-set editing begin.

For Docking at Your Desk

While the iPad isn’t designed to dock peripherals, there are two LaCie solutions that are built to do exactly that: the 1big Dock and the 2big Dock. These Thunderbolt™ 3 powerhouses supply you with all the docking essentials—USB 3.0 port, SD card reader, CF card reader, and the ability to connect a secondary monitor—and it’ll keep your iPad powered as you use it. What’s more, the 2big Dock comes equipped with hardware RAID 0/1 so that you can optimize for speed, capacity, or data redundancy and it offers up to 36TB of massive storage. That’s a whole lot of space and performance for editing 4K, 6K, and even 8K footage on your iPad.

When Mass Capacity is a Must

There’s something freeing (and necessary) about knowing you’ve got terabyte upon terabyte of mobile storage when you’re on the go—especially when traveling or going off grid. And nothing delivers that quite like the Rugged USB-C. For outdoor wanderers and city commuters alike, this portable hard drive combines all the essential features: a compact build that makes it easy to fit in your bag; up to 4TB of storage for keeping loads of high-res files and footage at your fingertips; respectable transfer speeds of up to 140MB/s; universal USB-C connectivity; and unrivaled durability (it’s drop, crush, and rain resistant, plus IP54 rated, which is suitable for most users). All of this is to say: when you’re hitting the road with your iPad and Rugged USB-C, constrained storage space is not an issue.

Check out the full article HERE.

Learn more about LaCie HERE.

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Yolobox is the Easiest Multi-Camera Live Streaming and Switching Setup https://news.broadfield.com/yolobox-is-the-easiest-multi-camera-live-streaming-and-switching-setup/ Mon, 28 Sep 2020 13:00:20 +0000 https://news.broadfield.com/?p=16594 Shane of Geeky Nerdy Techy recently reviews the YoloLiv YoloBox on his YouTube channel. The YoloBox is the portable live streaming solution with encoder, switcher, monitor and record built in one. The YoloBox helps you start live broadcasting events with unprecedented scale and effectiveness

In Shane’s review he goes everything you need to know about the YoloBox and how to operate it properly.

“The YoloBox is a fully integrated multi-platform live streaming solution. You can connect and mix up to two HDMI sources, a USB source, and a playback source via SD card. Additionally, the YoloBox is portable! It can stream via 4G thanks to the internal Sim Card, Wifi (4Ghz/5Ghz), and Ethernet.”

Geeky Nerdy Techy

Check out the video on YouTube here!

Learn more about YoloLiv here!

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G-Technology ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD Review https://news.broadfield.com/g-technology-armorlock-encrypted-nvme-ssd-review/ Thu, 03 Sep 2020 20:00:00 +0000 https://news.broadfield.com/?p=16367 Today G-Technology introduced the world to their brand new ArmorLock Security Platform. The ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD and app is the first product under this platform. The platform was created to help with security demands of data-centric and content-critical storage use cases in industries as varied as finance, government, healthcare, IT enterprise, legal, and media and entertainment according the company. The ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD is portable, durable, and delivers revolutionary data protection that’s amazingly simple to use. Unlock with your phone –no password needed. It’s next-generation security with new-generation simplicity.

The ArmorLock management is done through an app. Each drive comes with a unique QR code that will add your device to the app. Several users can access the drive, so it can be shipped to other users and they will be able to use their own phone to unlock and download the data.

ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD Specifications

Capacity2TB (2000GB)
Form FactorPortable NVMe SSD
Dimensions5.29″ x 3.21″ x 0.73″ / 13.4 x 8.2 x 1.9
Operating Temperature0oC to 35oC
Storage Temperature-20oC to 70oC
InterfaceSuperSpeed USB 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2); backward compatible with USB 3.0 and many USB 2.0 hosts
ConnectionUSB-C
FormatOptions include HFS+, NTFS, exFAT
SoftwareARMORLOCK mobile and desktop app (available only for iOS and macOS at launch)
Limited Warranty5 years

StorageReview.com’s Adam Armstrong gives his review of this brand new product. Check out some of the highlights below.

“Everything made my G-Technology is nice and clean looking. If one is in the market for nice looking tech gear, G-Tech never disappoints, though tastes can be subjective. The G-Technology ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD is small enough to fit in the palm of a user’s hand but may be a tad bulky for a pocket. n the top there is the G branding in the middle with LED Locked/Unlocked indicator lights on either side. In the middle is a grill with a yellow heat-dispersing aluminum core. G-Technology went with the gold heat sync for these products to help visually differentiate them from their mainstream offerings that use a teal/blue ID.

Adam Armstrong

The G-Technology ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD provides far more security than the normal portable drive, with easy to use apps for drive and user access management. It also leverages the ubiquitous USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface, delivering a a pretty good performance profile. It should be noted that G-Technology has faster portable drives should speed be the primary concern. Security and ease of use is the crux of this particular matter however. At $600 the drive is expensive, but it’s clearly the class leader in providing high-security portable storage that offers simple, yet powerful, management tools.

Adam Armstrong

Check out the full review here!

Learn more about G-Technology here!

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Yolobox Budget Live Steaming Setup for Small Churches https://news.broadfield.com/yolobox-budget-live-steaming-setup-for-small-churches/ Thu, 20 Aug 2020 13:00:00 +0000 https://news.broadfield.com/?p=16166 Churches all around the globe have had to turn to live streaming since the pandemic hit. They have been on the hunt for an affordable, easy to use, live streaming solution, and the YoloLiv YoloBox is the perfect fit for small churches. The YoloBox is an encoder, live streamer, switcher, monitor, and recorder all built in one! Its price point and portability make it perfect for churches.

HighTechHowTo shares their review to church streaming with the YoloLiv YoloBox

Our Church’s set up using YoloBox and 2 Canon Vixia HR800 cameras for live streaming church services. Very easy to use for church volunteers. All-in one alliance requires no complicated software or computers.

HighTechHowTo

Check out the video on YouTube here!

Learn more about YoloLiv here!

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Quick look: Yolobox for Streaming Weddings https://news.broadfield.com/quick-look-yolobox-for-streaming-weddings/ Tue, 18 Aug 2020 16:07:00 +0000 https://news.broadfield.com/?p=16127 The YoloLiv YoloBox is the perfect live streaming solution. It’s small and portable making it perfect to bring on location. The YoloBox is an encoder, live streamer, monitor, switcher and recorder, all built in one! With the high demand for live streaming, the YoloBox is the perfect solution with it’s ease of use and simple setup.

Wedding Film School’s, Bobby shares a video showing how easy it is to use the YoloBox to stream an actual wedding! Check out the great video review below. 

If you’re looking for an easy livestreaming solution for your weddings then the yolobox is for you! The yolobox, from yololiv solves the problem of how to livestream weddings, giving you an all in one live streaming solution. This thing is a small, mobile live streaming setup that is not only the best live streaming device but is also a switcher and recorder! This video functions as my yolobox review and shows me using it at a real wedding where I offered live streaming services. I also go over how to use the yolobox and do a brief yolobox setup guide. Live streaming wedding ceremonies has never been more popular and it can be a tough choice deciding what is the best setup for live streaming. This video isn’t a direct comparison of the yolobox vs slingstudio or the yolobox vs atem mini pro, but it should help you decide if the yolobox is right for you!

Bobby – Wedding Film School

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Epiphan Pearl Mini – First Look Video https://news.broadfield.com/epiphan-pearl-mini-first-look-video/ Mon, 12 Feb 2018 21:32:48 +0000 https://www.broadfield.com/news/?p=9690

Get a first look at Epiphan’s NEW product, Pearl Mini! Baby brother to Pearl-2, Pearl Mini is an all-in-one video production system that’s small in size but big on pro features!

Watch on YouTube

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