DSLR Controller App Lets Android Photogs Take Photos With Their Phones
Michael Hines — August 7, 2011 — Tech
References: market.android & technabob
An app developer by the name of Chainfire is attempting to give the Android the killer app it has been craving with the DSLR Controller app. The DSLR Controller app does exactly what its name suggests: allow you to control your DSLR camera from your Android smartphone.
The app should appease many Android users who have had to watch as numerous photography apps and attachments were designed to be iPhone-only. The DSLR Controller app is currently in its first form and works only with a USB host cable. Despite its limitations, the app is still very impressive; Chainfire can operate his Canon EOS DSLR using only his Samsung Galaxy S2. The first version of the app is out now in the Android marketplace and is priced at $8.51. If you prefer to wait for the product to become more polished, Chainfire is planning to release an update sometime in the future.
The app should appease many Android users who have had to watch as numerous photography apps and attachments were designed to be iPhone-only. The DSLR Controller app is currently in its first form and works only with a USB host cable. Despite its limitations, the app is still very impressive; Chainfire can operate his Canon EOS DSLR using only his Samsung Galaxy S2. The first version of the app is out now in the Android marketplace and is priced at $8.51. If you prefer to wait for the product to become more polished, Chainfire is planning to release an update sometime in the future.
Trend Themes
1. Camera-control Apps - Developing camera-control apps for smartphones opens up opportunities for users to remotely control their DSLR cameras, providing convenience and flexibility in photography.
2. Android Photography Apps - Creating photography apps for Android smartphones caters to the growing demand of Android users, bridging the gap with iPhone-exclusive apps and attachments.
3. USB Host Connectivity - Advancing USB host cable technology for camera connectivity enables users to control their DSLR cameras with their smartphones, expanding the capabilities of mobile photography.
Industry Implications
1. Mobile App Development - Opportunities for developers to create innovative camera-control apps for smartphones and enhance the photography experience for users.
2. Photography Equipment Manufacturing - Manufacturers can explore the integration of USB host connectivity in DSLR cameras to cater to the demand for remote control functionality through smartphone apps.
3. Smartphone Technology - Further advancements in smartphone technology, such as improved compatibility with external devices like DSLR cameras, offer disruptive innovation opportunities in the photography market.
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