A brief round-up of several recent technology-related items:
- Jess McMullin's posting, 10 Cameras for Design Research is a thoughtful set of recommendations for selecting specific cameras for field research. McMullin focuses on still camera with attention to practical issues such as light sensitivity and multi-functionality: "a camera that can do double duty and shoot video significantly expands your options for data collection by just adding a few extra memory cards. Keep in mind that video takes a lot of time to analyze. A lot. Hours of video can mean days of analysis."
- And speaking of cameras, I came across the Spy Pass Card Micro Camera. Don't know what to expect in terms of image quality, but it would definitely come in handy for walking trade shows.
- Earlier this year I mentioned the forthcoming Fitbit as a potential tool for tracking human motion for research purposes. Now there's SNIF Tag, a canine equivalent (pictured). Then again, there's no reason why you couldn't wear the SNIF while your canine sports the Fitbit.
