When my Galaxy SII go flying.
Put your S2 in flight mode, fix it to something that flies, and post the videos - at least, that's what I intend to do!
A few years ago, I started flying RC planes and I ended up strapping my Nokia N93 (and then n93i) to the planes and filming (with mixed results). Last year I duct taped the GS2 to the underbelly of a small plane and was surprised when it worked well... what next?
This year, I built my first multirotor "heli" (QuadX) - How could I not strap my Galaxy S2 to it?! It's a much better aerial video platform.
In my latest adventure, my quad gets circled by a formation of birds - I managed to capture some of it on the video ..
(best in 720p)
From now on, I will just use this same thread to post newer videos as I know some of you like seeing them. Sometimes I track the flights with MyTracks, I might post the files here if anyone is interested.
Happy flying and please remember to put your phone into flight mode before launch! Having said that, I wonder if I could track the phone using samsungdive if it's in flight mode because it would be a great lost aircraft thing!
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If anyone else is thinking of trying this:
- if your surface is smooth, dry and vibration free, duct tape works wonders
- if vibration is present and the surface is uneven, odd, whatever, try foam and cable ties (zip ties)
I'd be great to see other Galaxy SII airborne adventures!
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Other videos of the S2 flying:
A bit shaky at times but otherwise OK
The one where the phone fell from the sky (some of you may have seen this one already)
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Suprisingly i really enjoyed that. Nice flying although i dont think i'd be so brave
Great stuff. Lets see some more
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I like it. Well done!
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Great stuff. Lets see some more
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I've added some more videos to the first post
Nice movies. Good to see it survived that crash
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Seriously! I'am amazed by the quality of this phone. It's not because i bought it. It's because i compared it to other phone Like Galaxy S and G1 and of course my HD
The phone is fast and reactive. The application i installed are very stable and works without problems.
And the Games are actually high Level despite those made from PS1 that sucks because of the limitation of the catalog. (I wait for games from Square Soft titles)
I tried Neogeo emulation and played with the pad. I can tell for sure that any move or combo can be performed easilly. Precision is almost like the PS3 Pad and much more better than the PSP.
In fact i completly forgot my PSP since i got this phone. I don't use it anymore...
Last thing I tried was using the pad to control the mouse of my PC with Teamviewer and it worked ! You can move accurately the cursor with the direction and use the X button to click /Double click. Of course other actions could be performed via the screen.
Great potential for this year, I just hope that Sony will keep updating the device frequently.
Note:
Display/Interface : 8/10
OS/Application: 8/10
Game: 9/10
Audio: 10/10
Video: 10/10
Battery Life: 9/10
Features (Cam,GPS,Screen,Pad...): 10/10
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hi,have to agree with u mate the phone is a piece of art,i swapped my iphone 4 for this and was very wary at first as i thought nothing could touch the iphone 4 but i would say this gadget is much better & im very pleased with it & cant understand the bad reviews on the net
Sry man for a phone there is no better device id only because the dpad alone.
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You make my mouth water... I'm picking it tomorrow!!
It was a beautiful sunny Saturday in New York City, so I took my Xoom out for a little shooting test to see the camera capabilities. I have to say, I am VERY impressed by its photo/video quality under normal sunlight environment.
And... there are windows for Alexander McQueen's work... my girlfriend's favorite..
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Savage Beauty: In the wild and feel the wildness is a constant in his work
Trump Tower: I heard that he just decided not to run 2012 Presidential Election
(Well.. probably good for him...I like him as a celebrity..not a Presidential Candidate..)
12 Chinese Zodiac Animals in front of Central Park
Frankly, the way they are installed is VERY CREEPY
Last, a HD video shooting a street magician swallowing the long sword... I think it is real... I can't find the trick, can you? Please let me know
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-PuQNZd6ec
This is a copy of the original post on Opinionated Fool
Very impressive, the xoom picture quality as well as your choice of images.
Nice pictures! And quality!
Can you also post a link to archive with full size images? I think I'm not the only one who will be interested.
Also the swallowing seems real. Unles the sword folds telescopically, but It doesnt seem to.
Thats either a really good slight of hand trick where he swaps the sword or he can really swallow a sword. I watched it three times and the only place where he could have swapped the sword was the point where he points to the other exibit, so I don't know.
Love how he keeps looking at the Xoom in the vid
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Nice pictures! And quality!
Can you also post a link to archive with full size images? I think I'm not the only one who will be interested.
Also the swallowing seems real. Unles the sword folds telescopically, but It doesnt seem to.
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Here is a link to all the images. Kindly note that some are screenshot directly out of xoom.
Some are photos taken by xoom. (hint: those better ones. LOL)
My little blog is here for those articles using these pics.
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Spotted!
I guess this bro must be an ex or current NBA player~
Note that the lady beside him is about 5'9" already...
Twitter post link is here.
http://twitpic.com/5191rm
Spotted today at a local Target store.
I do roadside assistance and frequently find myself in situations that would be good to have on camera just in case.
There are many reasons you may want to record whats going on in front of you.
Please use responsibly & and at your own risk.
Drive Safely.
*HEY DEV'S - What sort of potential does this have for Apps? I mean this could be amazing for stuff like Layar and other Augmented Reality Apps, plus so much more*
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All that is really needed for this mod is
A power drill (yea scary)
A Drill Bit (started with 9/64 to punch through then 5/32 to make it larger until the camera couldnt see it.
A Steady Hand
A Good Eye (or Measure..but I didn't)
An HTC Evo Car Dock. (Mine is the Official HTC Car Dock for Evo 4G)
It's pretty straight forward.
Drill a hole so that the camera can see thru the plastic arm that connects to the top of the Device Securing it in place.
*NOTE* THE CAMERA IS NOT CENTERED WITH THE PEICE YOU DRILL THROUGH** LOOK BEFORE YOU DRILL. IT NEEDS TO BE FAIRLY PRECISE
Be Careful not to apply to much pressure...it could snap the piece off...not sure...
Snap in your Evo and Go Film!
I have seen a few similar things out there but none that were exactly like this....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FT7x2guqjUY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnM2vuKd8Lg
*****More Videos Coming*****
***Pics of Car Dock Coming***
i need to make one of those it be perfect for when i go racing.
Nice mod op! I have a similar setup in my car, but with Otterbox holsters.
Question, what are you using to record video? Are you saving it to the phone directly? Or having it sent elsewhere (Qik, uStream, etc)
I was just using the Stock Camera App.
Could probably use other apps to stream it elsewhere if you know you will have a strong data connection.
have you guys seen the new META watch?
looks pretty cool
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As one of the XDA reviewers and long time users of both STRATA and FRAME, I'm drooling over this
The Verge just did a write up as well: http://www.theverge.com/2014/1/6/5277128/metawatch-meta-premium-smartwatch-brand
Coincidentally, Pebble going to introduce Pebble Steel which is the same as regular one but with a metal frame/bracelet, but it's nowhere near as elegant as this one. Sorry, but I think it was brilliant how they incorporated 4 corner buttons as part of the bracelet buckle (obviously Frank Nuovo design). Also, fantastic move to switch to epaper display.
Can't wait to test it out!!!
yeah really like the new steel pebble, the matte black with leather strap looks really nice
still, wish HOT Watch would be getting here sooner, really want to try the private calling function, if it's not to my liking i'm interested in something else
Btw, I haven't seen anybody confirm those hinges are secured by 4 corner buttons. I'm just assuming they are keeping functionality unchanged since the original MW has 6 buttons and going down to 2 would be too much of a change. I'm also curious if it's going to be waterproof like FRAME and if they're going to use a similar charging clip or something else, maybe magnetically attached one? As soon as I find out more details, hopefully after CES, I will post it in here.
I am more excited if there are much faster development on the Android software front!
I like the new hardware of course but at the moment pebble steel wins overall due to the solid development work on both official and unofficial software.
Still praying hard for my metawatch frame to be revived with this new announcement!
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Dormi- Baby Montior
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You never know what your little one may be up to. I know my baby is planning something but I don't know what. I'm convinced that the small dude is working with the house cat to strategically place legos around the house for me to step on. I must gain access into their private meetings so I can put an end to this.
I could install some video surveillance but have you seen the price of baby monitors? And they're not even that great to begin with! Well the best option for me is to use an old Android device that no longer gets any love. I can position this in my baby's crib (somewhere out of reach) and use an app to keep and eye on things.
The app that you can use is called Dormi and it's free on the Play store. This will use your old device as a camera and stream live video to your current Android device. The features on here are designed specifically for monitoring a baby. The intelligent audio feature will mute the mic when the baby is asleep then raise the volume as soon as is hears crying. You can even use a talk button to have a little chat with your baby.
Notifications will alert you when sound or movement is detected. Now you'll be able to catch your baby red handed when they're up to no good.
Download Dormi - Baby Monitor
Fantastic reviews on the Play store give this app a 4.4. It's the best way to monitor your baby's activity while you're away.
glad to know about this baby monitor you shared. I am using a video baby monitor over 4 months. Not bad serve well. Here is that one http://www.peekaboobabycollection.com/top-3-best-baby-monitor-twins/ Much more reliable.
Baby monitors are the best Thing to check your baby activities. It is the best product available for your baby safety. We are both working and we are using it from last 7 months. Believe me buy it and it will make your life comfortable.
Nice idea about baby monitor. Should it be with sensors??
I have been using it with an old Galaxy tablet for the past months; it's very useful and on noises it turns the screen of the parent device.
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