http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/ Engadget Comments for Switched On: An 'i' for imaging http://www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 12th 2010 8:03PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 12th 2010 8:03PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/]]>Jun 12th 2010 8:04PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 12th 2010 8:04PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
Yup. 3GS sold on eBay already. :D]]>Jun 12th 2010 8:06PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 12th 2010 8:17PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
This reminds me of one of those other editorial posts awhile back on Engadget arguing that the iPad was an adequate laptop replacement for business users. Just like then - my response is the same for this. Because you CAN do something on a device doesn't mean that you should.

It's great to be able to do basic editing on your phone but is that really a priority? I think video generally falls into one of two categories. You either are shooting something and uploading (uncut) OR you are putting together something with some polish. In which case you need some decent video editing software. Transitions, music, cutting, text, etc.

In the first case any video camera on a cell phone will do. You shoot the video and hit upload. In the 2nd case I want to do that work on my computer. I don't want to perform editing on a 3.5" screen. It's too cumbersome. Again, it's like using a device for email. I can bang out a lengthy email on my iPod Touch BUT I never would. If my response is more than a few paragraphs I wait until I have a full size keyboard.

Kudos to Apple to upping the hardware and offering the software for a nominal charge. I just bet that the software isn't used much. People will be much more inclined to use iMovie on their Macs.]]>Jun 12th 2010 8:18PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
Who moved my cheese?]]>Jun 12th 2010 8:24PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
Btw, Ross, I liked the way you coined the term iCosystem. I don't know if you snapped it up from somewhere... but it works well. ]]>Jun 12th 2010 8:27PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/I don't think iMovie is aimed at pro's, just enthusiasts and casual users (check the $4.99 tag). But I do agree with you... editing on that device doesn't seem smart.]]>Jun 12th 2010 8:27PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 12th 2010 8:28PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/For people like me who do not have a $2000 computer but want iMovie software, the new iPhone is freaking awesome. Most iPhone users have windows PCs, and I look forward to publishing HD videos with iMovie themes and effects on YouTube, directly from the phone.]]>Jun 12th 2010 8:37PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Hell yeah bro. But seriously, yes I will be getting one of these. It's so pretty! Haha. Good phone, I'm happy for apple. Remember everyone, it's a phone. I don't know if I'm on this boat of have my phone be boss in EVERYTHING. 8 megapixels? Dual flash? More thing of course, but I just like it simple and easy. Well done apple. ]]>Jun 12th 2010 8:44PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
I don't understand this. How come Apple products rate apologetic and defensive sounding articles where other people try to use the square-pig-in-a-round-hole technique to justify why a iThing is so much better even though it doesnt have the necessary specs?

How come HTC, Google, Nokia, RIM don't rate such kind of devotional articles? The Big J really knows his flock, huh? He is truly a messiah since he can mesmerize the masses!]]>Jun 12th 2010 9:15PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
iphone has not hit the market yet and ross is already talking about the awesomeness of the camera.

evo has 8MP cam, 2 led flash and backlight sensor and u found iphone cam better which has 5MP cam, 1led flash and backlight sensor?
]]>Jun 12th 2010 9:22PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 12th 2010 9:33PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/What the he'll is the purpose of two led flash's anyways? Looks tacky and cheap and I can promise I wouldn't EVER be jealous of android camera specs. What a joke. The only thing I take out of android is the rainbow bubbles wallpaper the evo is advertised with. Otherwise, I am in love with the forbidden phone. (iPhone)]]>Jun 12th 2010 10:45PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 12th 2010 11:08PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 12th 2010 11:17PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 12th 2010 11:29PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/1. you shouldn't even say your camera has a backside illuminated sensor, low light pictures is one of the biggest evo's complaints.
2 leds flash is not that special, the new thing is xenon which none of the phones have
3. 5MP vs 8MP is not the best argument - the pixels could be in different sizes and thus different qualities

the point of this argument is to show the excellent combination of software and hardware accomplished by apple.

example: apple has normal 1400 milliamp battery, excellent power management software -> great, longer lasting battery life
htc stuffs a 1500 milliamp (largest battery) and everyone complains of bad battery life (on 4G + 3G)

If anything, the EVO has proven that having "dream specs" does not equate to the best phone, or even a great one at that.]]>Jun 12th 2010 11:34PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/How do you know that? It's unreleased software...and WMM is actually pretty damn good for quick, easy edits.
Of course, it's not fancy, but still: desktop video editing program > iphone video editing program. Especially since, like I said, WMM is actually pretty good.]]>Jun 12th 2010 11:34PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
Even for simple stuff, I don't think a camera on a phone will cut it. It's a solution for the really lazy or something that works because of the convenience factor and because you always have your phone. However, for anyone that cares about the end result a phone (any phone) makes a crap camera.

This might change eventually. Today, you only use a camera if you don't really give a d*mn about your results.]]>Jun 12th 2010 11:58PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
You could also say you'd rather take pictures with a DSLR and never with a cellphone camera. But sometimes the best camera is the one you have with you.

You can already trim a clip with the iPhone right now. Adding a little more editing possibilities can't hurt.

I shoot professionally with a Panasonic DVX100. That said... sometime I shoot things with my cellphone for fun.]]>Jun 13th 2010 12:03AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 13th 2010 12:04AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 13th 2010 12:19AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
Yes. Now you know that I am getting it too.]]>Jun 13th 2010 12:51AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/I bought an Evo on launch day and one of the MOST unimpressive features is undoubtedly the camera. I won't even get started on the video recording capabilities (or lack thereof).. Don't get so caught up on mega pixel ratings, they're simply one small slice of the pie that creates a good picture.

I don't mean to sound condescending in any way but it would serve you well to read up on digital imaging so you don't get caught up so easily in B.S. marketing. ]]>Jun 13th 2010 1:02AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/I've literally been using iPhones since the first day they were launched and upgraded every year but because of my business I also have a line with Sprint and I bought an Evo on launch day after hearing about it so much on the blog scene.

After my experience with the phone I felt really strongly about taking the time to review it so everyone else can hopefully see it before they buy one.

Here's the first half: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q3XkTN4NHG8]]>Jun 13th 2010 1:11AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 13th 2010 1:44AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
But, also, many record a video and want to edit the video lightly. Trimming the video isn't always what people want to do on the go. I know some piers of mine that don't like to trim certain parts of a video, so, if they upload to youtube, they end up sending the entire video. What's wrong with introducing a system that makes it easy to lightly edit a video. Not every video needs to be professionally done, and the demo of iMovie was a perfect example. Maybe you should watch the video. It sums up the type of purpose iMovie serves.]]>Jun 13th 2010 2:21AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/i second that statement...thumbs up...point proven...period ]]>Jun 13th 2010 2:46AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
Xenon is not a new thing. My N95 has had xenon for over three years now]]>Jun 13th 2010 3:48AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 13th 2010 3:48AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 13th 2010 4:10AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/"The iPhone is expanding far beyond content consumption..."
commercial moments? ... live from engadget!

Why I feel - reading this - that Apple is the love of your life?
There are other phones... you know that.... no???]]>Jun 13th 2010 5:58AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 13th 2010 6:06AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
Considering it's 2 months old (but perfectly mint condition, scratchless + unused accessories) and I purchased it for £350 from my mate who didn't want it as an upgrade phone.. I got £420 on it on eBay minus about £20 in paypal fees and postage. Which I suppose is fair enough, since it's £440 brand new right now!! So £400 net add £100-150 should be able to snap up the iPhone 4 comfortably. /grin :)]]>Jun 13th 2010 7:31AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
Let's be honest, it still is.]]>Jun 13th 2010 7:46AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Megapixel do NOT make a camera take better pics, the quality of the sensor and lens is 90% of it. And megapixels just makes the photo larger. I have a Fuji F-10 camera with 3.2mp thats 5 years old and takes better photos than my wifes 12mp Nikon and my daughters 8mp canon, because like today, Fuji still goes or quality and low light capabilities and not megapixels. iPhone is the same.]]>Jun 13th 2010 7:48AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 13th 2010 7:58AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Thank you so much for the review. It really gave me a deeper insight on what to get. Btw, you should get google voice so you can have 2 # on 1 phone!]]>Jun 13th 2010 9:46AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
There is more to a phone than just a list of features.

http://techcrunch.com/2010/06/09/iphone-4-missing-features/]]>Jun 13th 2010 10:04AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/i sold my 16GB 3GS for $375 on eBay.]]>Jun 13th 2010 10:40AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/
Same with this. I don't need to edit videos on my iPhone. But I am sure that as soon as people get the iPhone 4, iMovie will be the best selling App for it. Just like I don't type documents on my iPad for real but I bought iWork as soon as I could just in case I want to type a document in the future.

Apple knows this. And the iMovie app seems to work nice and easy so people will buy it and that is all that matters to Apple. That people buy their products. ]]>Jun 13th 2010 11:02AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 13th 2010 11:14AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 13th 2010 11:24AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 13th 2010 12:44PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/N95 never had xenon. It must be the n82 you are talkin about or you are just trolling. ]]>Jun 13th 2010 1:16PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/12/switched-on-an-i-for-imaging/Jun 13th 2010 1:29PM