Tag: author_name|Steve Dent
DJI’s tiny Mic Mini offers high-quality wireless sound recording starting at $89
DJI hasn’t finished yet with its busy 2024, as it just announced the Mic Mini wireless microphone system. The company took most of the characteristics of the popular Mic 2 and shrunk it down considerably, while also making it much more affordable. The Mic Mini consists of a receiver and…
Read More
Apple M4 iMac review: The best all-in-one gets a lot faster
The 2024 iMac looks the same as ever, but there’s an update that promises to dramatically transform the lineup. It’s not the M4 processor, though that’s nice. No, I’m talking about the boost in base memory that finally lifts the entry-level models from a deplorable 8GB to 16GB. That, along…
Read More
Apple’s AI-infused Final Cut Pro 11 is now available
With its biggest update to Final Cut Pro (FCP) in years, Apple may be re-embracing the professional video creator crowd it has neglected since the launch of FCP X in 2011. The company finally unveiled its successor, Final Cut Pro 11 (FCP 11), an update that leans heavily on AI…
Read More
Rode’s tiny $149 Wireless Micro kit is designed for smartphone users
Rode has announced the Wireless Micro, a two-mic kit with a smartphone receiver and charging case that costs just $149. The idea is to help TikTok and other creators capture much better-quality audio than their smartphone’s microphone can offer. The receiver unit connects to the bottom of your smartphone via…
Read More
DJI Neo drone firmware update adds more speed and vertical video
DJI’s Neo is shockingly capable for a tiny drone, but it did have a couple of weaknesses — namely, the lack of vertical video and relatively slow flying speeds in tracking mode. The company has now addressed both of those issues with a new firmware update, adding vertical video and…
Read More
Nikon’s Z50 II targets creators with a dedicated film simulation button
Camera companies are starting to get the hang of marketing entry-level cameras with features that help beginners take great photos right away. Nikon’s $910 Z50 II mirrorless joins that trend with a dedicated “Picture Control” button that produces fun, social media-ready looks. The new model also promises faster shooting speeds…
Read More