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2007-10-27
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You'd need 2 cameras. Both would have to be decent quality.
One camera that is like the N810's chat cam, where the reporter can record themselves and watch themself at the same time (so they can do that part of the report and see how they're turning out as they go).
And then a camera that points away from the user, like most cell phone cameras and such, so that the reporter can easily take video and pictures of other subjects, while watching the screen (you can't do that on the N810; you could do it with a camera like the one on the N800, but the quality wouldn't be good).
I think it'd be an outstanding idea. But, I've clearly been asking for a 2 camera IT (with better quality than the N800's) since I got on these boards, so no one should be surprised I'd like it :-)
So. yeah. 2 cameras and a tripod mount :-)
One camera that is like the N810's chat cam, where the reporter can record themselves and watch themself at the same time (so they can do that part of the report and see how they're turning out as they go).
And then a camera that points away from the user, like most cell phone cameras and such, so that the reporter can easily take video and pictures of other subjects, while watching the screen (you can't do that on the N810; you could do it with a camera like the one on the N800, but the quality wouldn't be good).
I think it'd be an outstanding idea. But, I've clearly been asking for a 2 camera IT (with better quality than the N800's) since I got on these boards, so no one should be surprised I'd like it :-)
So. yeah. 2 cameras and a tripod mount :-)
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2007-10-27
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Originally Posted by johnkzin
Sounds like Max Headroom
You'd need 2 cameras. Both would have to be decent quality.
One camera that is like the N810's chat cam, where the reporter can record themselves and watch themself at the same time (so they can do that part of the report and see how they're turning out as they go).
And then a camera that points away from the user, like most cell phone cameras and such, so that the reporter can easily take video and pictures of other subjects, while watching the screen (you can't do that on the N810; you could do it with a camera like the one on the N800, but the quality wouldn't be good).
I think it'd be an outstanding idea. But, I've clearly been asking for a 2 camera IT (with better quality than the N800's) since I got on these boards, so no one should be surprised I'd like it :-)
So. yeah. 2 cameras and a tripod mount :-)
For a brave company, the way is now clear to produce the ultimate tablet. Use the N800 form factor, boost the battery life, boost the memory into the double-digit gigabyte range, add a very high quality camera (high megapixel, 25FPS HD video, image stabilisation), keep it open source, add in ability to take a SIM card, and sell it for a reasonable price... None of this is pipe dreaming. It's all here and available right now (except maybe for the battery).
This really could be all things to all people. Video camera, stills camera, internet device, phone, hifi system (just plug it into speakers)... It really would be a personal digital companion.
Oh, and don't forget to produce the Facebook application that ties in with all these functions.
Last edited by rs-px; 2007-10-27 at 15:01.
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2007-10-27
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I'd have to vote for decent audio recording capabilities - it seems Nokia has largely ignored the DSP onboard the IT. Reportage with great pictures and awful sound won't work.
Everything mentioned above sounds great as well (and BT audio takes care of the hifi bit). Grab the camera and SIM bits from the N95, roll it all in an N810 shell and the world's news organizations will be interested. And so would I...
Everything mentioned above sounds great as well (and BT audio takes care of the hifi bit). Grab the camera and SIM bits from the N95, roll it all in an N810 shell and the world's news organizations will be interested. And so would I...
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2007-10-27
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Originally Posted by rs-px
You'd be boosting the price to $900+.
Sounds like Max Headroom
For a brave company, the way is now clear to produce the ultimate tablet. Use the N800 form factor, boost the battery life, boost the memory into the double-digit gigabyte range, add a very high quality camera (high megapixel, 25FPS HD video, image stabilisation), keep it open source, add in ability to take a SIM card, and sell it for a reasonable price... None of this is pipe dreaming. It's all here and available right now (except maybe for the battery).
This really could be all things to all people. Video camera, stills camera, internet device, phone, hifi system (just plug it into speakers)... It really would be a personal digital companion.
Oh, and don't forget to produce the Facebook application that ties in with all these functions.
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2007-10-27
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Originally Posted by zerojay
Still. Not a bad price for something that could do all that. I have an airsoft rifle that just shoot a 6mm plastic bb that cost me 1280$++.. So paying 900,- for a HD quality Cam-corder w/2 camera + all the features of a N800.. Cind of a bargain.
You'd be boosting the price to $900+.
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2007-10-27
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Originally Posted by zerojay
I disagree. You're basing your thinking on the current climate and current devices.
You'd be boosting the price to $900+.
It's said that Apple sold their early iPods with a very slim profit, and it's not unusual for other companies with pioneering technology to sell at the break-even point.
This is what I mean when I said it would take a brave company to create such a device. Profits would come later, when you own the market -- just like Apple do with the iPod.
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2007-10-27
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Originally Posted by rs-px
....totally-
I disagree. You're basing your thinking on the current climate and current devices.
It's said that Apple sold their early iPods with a very slim profit, and it's not unusual for other companies with pioneering technology to sell at the break-even point.
This is what I mean when I said it would take a brave company to create such a device. Profits would come later, when you own the market -- just like Apple do with the iPod.
Tramiel sold the Commodore 64 for a loss, knowing that the price of memory was about to drop- net result=the top selling PC ever.
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2007-10-27
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Originally Posted by rs-px
Yes, except there wouldn't be a "later" since you've just priced yourself out of the market.
I disagree. You're basing your thinking on the current climate and current devices.
It's said that Apple sold their early iPods with a very slim profit, and it's not unusual for other companies with pioneering technology to sell at the break-even point.
This is what I mean when I said it would take a brave company to create such a device. Profits would come later, when you own the market -- just like Apple do with the iPod.
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2007-10-27
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Originally Posted by rs-px
Sounds a bit like the OQO 02.
Sounds like Max Headroom
For a brave company, the way is now clear to produce the ultimate tablet. Use the N800 form factor, boost the battery life, boost the memory into the double-digit gigabyte range, add a very high quality camera (high megapixel, 25FPS HD video, image stabilisation), keep it open source, add in ability to take a SIM card, and sell it for a reasonable price... None of this is pipe dreaming. It's all here and available right now (except maybe for the battery).
This really could be all things to all people. Video camera, stills camera, internet device, phone, hifi system (just plug it into speakers)... It really would be a personal digital companion.
http://www.oqo.com/intl/
It's a great device. But the price thing is a pipe dream. 1600 euro for Finland, for example. Miniaturization costs quite much.
OK, so the guy's using an N95 but there's a clear future here for internet tablets. All Nokia has to do is add-in a decent quality video camera to the next model.