Review: HTC RE mobile action camera

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

HTC, maker of Android and Windows smartphones and tablets, recently decided to make a camera and they called it RE.

RE is unique as a camera because it doesn’t have a viewfinder or a screen, which means you can’t really see what you’re shooting or pointing at unless you use the companion app which works on iPhones and Android devices. HTC's RE is available at Staples Canada for $199.55.

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HTC tipped to take on GoPro cameras

While we thought HTC was going to introduce a new selfie-centric camera at their upcoming event, it would seem the brand has plans to enter a new market. HTC is reportedly introducing a “lifestyle” camera that will go against GoPro market. HTC is apparently behind the website and Twitter account teasing what is called the ReCamera. The site shows a video loop of people doing various activities such as dancing, swimming, and biking. We just have a bit more time to wait before we find out what the Double Exposure event is. And if this would really have HTC fully entering the photography space.

Source: PCWorld

Liquid Image introduces LTE connectivity to new action cam

Liquid Image wants to make sure your action camera’s upload speeds match the adrenaline-pumping adventures you go on. The new Ego LS camera unveiled at CES is believed to be the first action cam equipped with LTE connectivity. It can transmit stills and WQVGA (or at 400 x 240 only) videos at 30 frames per second for up to two hours over 4G. While offline though, the 8-megapixel camera can record at 1080p/30fps or 720p/60fps. It is also equipped with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity and can connect to Liquid Image app on iOS and Android.

It is also equipped with a microSD slot that supports up to 64GB cards and has new continuous photo and motion detection features. A launch is slated for June for two models—one with LTE and one without—and will cost about US$200.

Source: Engadget