Because trouble comes in all sizes.
The ability to record quality sound at a moment’s notice requires a uniquely designed portable audio recording device. Several manufacturers offer stand alone hardware solutions providing this functionality. Yet RODE Microphones has chosen to disrupt the status quo with the RODE iXY Stereo Microphone (MSRP $199), a device which they describe as” the ultimate recording microphone for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch”.
In the past 3 years of attending the New York Toy Fair, I’ve found the experience to be informative about the industry’s direction. Without question, the integration of technology has become pervasive in almost every toy category. Yet there’s also been a considerable amount of stagnation in respect to big ideas. Instead, innovation seems to occur not from the larger well established companies but rather the small independent upstarts who have the hunger and flexibility to take huge risks.
David Bowie’s latest single “Where Are We Now?” is a haunting introspective song sure to evoke a palpable emotional response from listeners around the world. At least that’s what happened to me.
The holidays are officially over. The tree is gone where it once majestically stood and only a few glittering strands of tinsel on the rug remind you of the family and friends that help make all of those great holiday memories linger on. What better way to relive those memories for years to come than through “pictures.”