Show Notes
- 7:19 — The benefits of connecting with others via video and why a quality video conferencing setup matters for you and for the people with whom you are connecting.
- 12:15 — Ian shares his experience with video conferencing and confesses that he’s never really given much thought to the quality of his setup for video calls.
- 15:52 — March discusses how his move to Ireland necessitated that he pay additional attention and make some additional investment in the quality of his video conferencing setup.
- 20:48 — We kick off the tips & tricks part of the show with tips on high quality audio.
- 22:44 — The importance of good quality audio and options to improve the audio you project to others, including a dedicated headset and a product called the Blue Yeti.
- 26:20 — Microphones that will upgrade you to a professional level of audio.
- 25:35 — Tips for good camera placement and also a few things to avoid.
- 31:19 — The good, better, and best options for webcams.
- 34:20 — Using your smart phone as a video camera.
- 36:39 — Using an DSLR camera for video conferencing and which models to look for when shopping for an inexpensive DSLR that you can use for video conferencing.
- 42:35 — The importance of lighting and tips to get your lighting just right.
- 46:09 — The very best option for lighting: key lighting.
- 49:10 — The rise of online video streaming among gamers and a supplier of premium hardware and software for streamers.
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