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Keeping it Cheap and Steady

I’ve always wanted to get a proper SteadyCam or a Manfrotto Fig Rig to help stabilize non-tripod shots with my video camera, but both options can be a bit expensive.  While a SteadyCam tries to isolate vibrations from the cameraman through gimbals and counterweights, the Fig Rig uses two-hand... read more →

Comcast Speed Blast

Comcast has rolled out a faster cable modem network in my area.  I thought I was going to need to buy a new DOCSIS 3.0-compatible cable modem to take advantage of the new “Blast” speed tier, but I guess not: Wow. ... read more →