07.19.01
Flying My Time Machine
I feel like I’m hurtling through this week without a single point to stop and catch my breath. I’m helping out with WebVisions, going to developers’ group meetings, and playing with a new toy.
Ah yes the new toy. It’s a Wireless Cam. Imagine your ordinary Lo-rez web cam, except with a wireless transmitter. It’s powered by a 9 volt battery, so you can put it anywhere you want and get a web cam set up.
The cam is available online for $80 (it’s a ‘C Video Camera’ from TrendMasters. (I would link to their site, but it sucks.)) However, the Software Etc. over at Clackamas Town Center has them for $30. Like I said, they’re low rez, but for a toy to play with, it’s very cool.
Good thing Bob loaned me an old ATI video card that has an RCA Video In that can bring in the signal. Thanks Bob!
Yes I will try to set up a WebCam, but the modem connection is only good for intermittent access, not a dedicated video feed.
Updated Nov 2007 to fix links in first paragraph.