TechCrunch explains how to create the best at-home videoconferencing setup, for every budget:
Level 0
Turn on a light and put it in the right place
Be aware of what’s behind you
Know your system sound settingsLevel 1
Get an external webcam (e.g. Logitech C922x)
Get a basic USB mic (e.g. Samson Meteor Mic)
Get some headphonesLevel 2
Use a dedicated camera and an HDMI-to-USB interface (e.g. Elgato Cam Link 4K, IOGEAR Video Capture Adapter, Magewell USB 3.0 Capture)
Get a wired lav mic (e.g. Rode’s Lavalier GO)
Get multiple lights and position them effectivelyLevel 3
Use an interchangeable lens camera and a fast lens
Get a wireless lav mic (e.g. Rode Wireless Go)
Use in-ear monitors (e.g. Shure PSM300 Pro Wireless In-Ear Monitor System, Bang & Olufsen E8)
Use 3-point lighting (e.g. Elgato’s Key Lights)Level 4
Get an HDMI broadcast switcher deck (e.g. Blackmagic ATEM Mini)
Use a broadcast-quality shotgun mic (e.g. Rode VideoMic NTG)
Add accent lighting (e.g. Hue Play Smart LED Light Bars)
Phone is the only telecommunications platform with any kind of sociolegal protection against wiretap.
When you use any other, don’t forget: you consented.
Your high-fidelity image will live on in the database of your favourite global corporate entity…forever.
It is their property now.
Enjoy.
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