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  • YoCam is world’s smallest waterproof ‘life’ camera

    A new pocket-sized camera called YoCam, claiming to be the world’s smallest waterproof wearable camera, has been successfully funded through crowdfunding site Indiegogo. Available for pre-order now, Molify’s YoCam features a versatile design suitable for a variety of situations, including underwater recording.

    YoCam is indeed small at 85 x 30 x 21mm / 3.3 x 1.2 x 0.8in and 55g / 1.9oz, and is compatible with mounts like clips and lanyards as well as being waterproof to a max depth of 6m / 20ft. The camera has a maximum video resolution of 2.7K / 30fps with an F2.0 aperture, 140-degree wide-angle lens. Features include P2P remote connections for live video feed monitoring, image and video stabilization, HDR, a life-logging mode for continuous capture and a looping video option.

    Molify also has a line of accessories for YoCam, including a Bluetooth remote control, an adapter compatible with ‘almost every action camera accessory on the market,’ a 3-in-1 magnetic stand, clip and clamp mount, ‘AnyBar’ bar mount, a suction cup mount, wrist strap, dog harness mount and lanyard.

    Pre-orders can be placed on the YoCam Indiegogo page for $ 169, while the retail price is $ 199. Shipping to backers and those who pre-order is estimated to start this April.

    Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

  • Luna is ‘world’s smallest’ 360-degree camera

    As virtual reality grows in popularity, an increasing number of consumer-grade 360° cameras are hitting the market. Latest among them is Luna, a spherical camera that records 360° footage for viewing on desktop or through a cardboard VR headset. The team behind Luna is seeking funding on Indiegogo to cover design and production costs.

    Luna features a pair of 190° fisheye lenses, and uses ‘artificially intelligent auto-stitching software’ to merge the captured 2K footage into a single 360° HD video. Finalized videos can be shared on social networks or YouTube, and can be viewed using the Luna app and a VR headset. A sample video reel shows relatively low image quality from the camera’s video mode, but it’s unclear whether this is representative of a final production version of the camera.

    Integrated Wi-Fi enables live streaming, as well, and the camera itself is waterproof with an IP68 rating. Luna sticks to any metal surface via a magnetic adapter, and has an optional accessory pack including a monopod, universal accessory adaptor, keychain and docking station. At 170g/6oz and 6cm/2.36in diameter it’s very close in size and weight to a pool ball.

    Memora, the company behind Luna, is accepting pre-orders through Indiegogo, where a ‘mega early bird’ unit is available by pledging $ 199. Shipping is available worldwide and estimated to start for backers in October 2016.

    Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

  • Manfrotto introduces BeFree One, the smallest in the series

    Manfrotto has announced a new travel tripod in the BeFree series. Only the second BeFree model, the BeFree One is designed to fold away into a compact form and to be lightweight for easy transportation. The aluminum model uses 4-section legs to collapse to just 32cm/12.6in from a maximum height of 130cm/51.18in. Read more

    Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

  • Epson UK announces SC-P400, the smallest and lightest A3+ pigment printer on the market

    Epson UK has announced a further model to the SC range of A3+ printers with the SC-P400, a printer it claims is smaller and lighter than any other A3+ pigment inkjet machine. Although no pricing has been released, the new model is said to be part of an ‘affordable’ package that includes the lowest cost pigment ink-set on the market. Read more

    Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

  • Phase One Industrial’s new 80MP drone camera is the smallest of its kind

    Phase One Industrial designed a new camera specifically for drones, billed as the smallest 80 megapixel medium format camera in the world. The iXU 180 camera features an 80 megapixel CCD sensor, taking 4:3 ratio images with your choice of five Schneider-Kreuznach lenses and an overall modular design. The camera won’t be arriving until the middle of next month, but Phase One Industrial has detailed its specs ahead of time. Read more

    Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

  • Drift Stealth 2 action camera is maker’s smallest yet

    Drift, maker of the Ghost-S and HD Ghost action cameras, has introduced its smallest model to date – the Stealth 2. Its diminutive size is the Stealth 2’s most notable feature; the 3.42 ounce camera is half the size of its bigger sibling and weighs 40% less. Read more

    Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

  • Earin: World’s Smallest Wireless Earbuds Raise $1,500,000+

    [ By WebUrbanist in Design & Products & Packaging. ]

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    Stripping away all non-essential functionality, these sleek audio accessories are tiny enough to be effectively invisible and entirely wire-free. No need to worry about charging, either – their small carrying case lets you power them back up on the go.

    Earin just finished raising £972,594 on Kickstarter, over 5 times its original funding goal, reflecting how much so many of us wish to get rid of those pesky wires when listening to music on the move.

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    Beyond long battery life, ergonomic comfort, snug sport-friendly casing other essential considerations, stretch goals for the project include waterproofing, phone adapters and battery monitors.

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    From its creators: “No unnecessary functionality has been added. No sensors, no lights and no microphone, that’s right – no microphone! Not because we couldn’t but because we wouldn’t! We use balanced armature speakers, used in professional in-ear-monitors and hearing-aids to deliver the best possible sound and to keep power-consumption at its minimal. High-density rechargeable batteries are used to keep playback time up and size down.”

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    Much of the technical specs on their Kickstarter page will be of interest to audiophiles (and show just how much these makers have thought about their project), but in summary: “The architecture of the earbud is based on two main covers which are ultrasonically welded to create a water-tight seal, protecting the electrical components. The materials are carefully selected to withstand both climate and impact testing. As all project members have extensive experience of creating similar consumer products, we know what works and what does [not].”

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  • A Collection of Photos of Nature’s Smallest Creatures – it’s a Bug’s Life

    In the last two weeks we’ve look at the flora and some full on stunning landscapes. Now it’s time for some fauna, but focused in a little closer on some of its smaller members, photos of nature’s smallest critters. The insects!

    Right around the corner in the Northern Hemisphere is spring with its showers and flowers. But there would be no flowers without the bees and insects to pollenate. So today we pay homage to our little buddies that work so hard. I bring you:

    It’s a Bug’s Life

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  • World’s Smallest Park: 2-Foot Circle in the Middle of a Street

    [ By WebUrbanist in Global & Travel & Places. ]

    micro park street median

    Originally designed to house a lamp post, this unassuming spot in Portland, Oregon, was left empty until a local journalist took it upon himself to declare it a park, naming it Mill Ends after his column in the regional paper.

    micro one tree park

    The earthen concrete-enclosed spot, outside the Oregon Journal office of writer Dick Fagan and situated between lanes and medians, had began to sprout weeds until one night in the 1940s he declared it a park. In a fit of fancy, he claimed it was occupied by leprechaun Patrick O’Toole and began printing stories about the space and its resident.

    micro park crosswalk

    Though only Fagan seemed to see its miniature occupant, his editorials claimed the area should be subject to the city’s park rules, including curfews. Soon enough, it was a local, then national, then international legend (though some outsiders mistakenly know it as ‘Mill’s End’).

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    Today, the beloved micro-park even sports a sign explaining its history and origins, also showing its original location in the context of surrounding structures.

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    Although frequently occupied by a single tree today, the circular anomaly has featured everything from a swimming pool and diving board (for butterflies and, presumably, leprechauns) and a miniature Ferris wheel (also clearly for small occupants of the park). It was even relocated at one point to accommodate building construction in the area. (Images by Duk, brx0, Piutus, Craig Dietrich)

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  • Canon unveils 100D/Rebel SL1 world’s smallest and lightest APS-C DSLR

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    Canon has announced the EOS 100D/Rebel SL1, the world’s smallest, lightest DSLR to date. It shares the 18MP resolution, DIGIC 5 processor, 3″ touchscreen and 1080p30 video capability of the mirrorless EOS M. The camera does introduce much wider scene coverage of Canon’s Hybrid AF system and shoots at up to 4 fps. The 100D has a recommended price of $ 799.99/£799 with the co-announced EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM kit lens.

    News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)