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On July 23, a rather curious project of the external synchronized LED flash of IBLAZR for smartphones and tablets is presented at Kickstarter. Fees are actively, and the 250 most simple discount offers are already sold out. It is interesting not only the device in itself, but also the fact that it creates his team of developers from Ukraine led by the head of Vlad Tislenko.

"Flash idea appeared a year ago. I am a big photo amateur, like the majority in our team, and eventually began to notice that I use less than a mirror chamber and more and more often - a smartphone. At one point, I realized that the smartphone was enough to create high-quality pictures, because in 99% of cases, these snapshots are demonstrated on the phone itself or in social networks. In addition, every year the chamber in smartphones in quality and characteristics are improved, and on the downloads on the Internet, all the leading positions occupy the smartphones. But in this all there is one substantial minus - all camera phones are useless in the evening and night. Realizing this problem, and seeing great potential, I took the development ", - talked the author of the idea Vladislav Tislenko For readers 3DNews.

At first, he worked on the outbreak himself until the first results and achievements appeared, then the IBLAZR project began to attract more and more attention. Some like-minded people and specialists Vlad had to look for, and others found it themselves. "I can say that the idea itself has little value. But when there is a working prototype and a real vision, as it will develop further, new people and new opportunities begin to appear around the idea. Now the whole team of professionals in their field really works on the project., "He explained.

It should be said that this is the world's first portable synchronized flash for smartphones and tablets. According to the developers, the idea itself is not new - it has already been trying to embody others, for example, in the IFLASH product, but no one managed to implement the synchronization of light with the camera shutter. In other words, earlier it was just about an independent flashlight not related to a mobile device. In IBLAZR, Ukrainian technologists managed to solve this software and hardware task.

It was not easy to overcome and difficulties in the field of software. According to Ivan Chuba, it is much easier to work with Apple devices much easier thanks to the standardization of product line, unlike Android solutions presented by models from a variety of manufacturers, with various cameras and versions of firmware - all complicates the development of software.

The team recognizes that there are difficult tasks in front of it and several times the project was standing on the grain stop, but all the steps were successfully passed, and now she has several full-fed prototypes. The last frontier - Kickstarter - was also overcome: On August 2, the goal was reached - the required minimum amount of $ 58 thousand was collected for the start of mass production and access to the international market.

Developers pay attention to every detail when creating this unique product designed to fundamentally change the quality of shooting from smartphones and tablets. iblazr solves several basic problems: photographing and video in weakly lit places, eliminating the "effect of red and white eyes", setting the intensity of light to avoid trans and under-exposure.

The flash is connected to a mobile iOS or Android device by means of a 3.5mm audio session and controlled through a special free mobile application, synchronizing with a camera shutter. The device can operate as a flash when photographing or constant backlighting for video recording and video link, the latter is possible thanks to the support in the application of both the back and facial cameras. Among the program features - configuration of brightness, a special filter. Improveting image quality, automatic modes, support for social networks and other functions, the number of which continues to expand.

The hardware IBLAZR is a block with dimensions of 32 x 30.5 x 9.4 mm, on one side of which the powerful LEDs of the American company CREE are placed, radiating light at a wide angle of 60 °. In the outbreak mode, the light level reaches a significant 200 luxury, and in the constant light mode - 160 luxury or 180 suite for an option made in an aluminum case.

iBLAZR does not load the battery of the mobile device and has its own battery with a capacity of 200 mAh, providing more than a thousand outbreaks. The same feature allows you to use it as a flashlight that can continuously shine for 40 minutes, and in energy saving mode - up to 3 hours. The kit comes the flexible leg, having a USB port at one end, and on the other - a 3.5-mm nest. During the charge, IBLAZR can serve as a desk lamp or keyboard backlight.

The flash will be produced in three versions: plastic black, white or aluminum housings. The cost of the first two is $ 39, and the metal version is $ 59. The launch of production is scheduled for November, and in December the device will be sent to buyers.

The developers have created an SDK to integrate IBLAZR support in third-party applications and for a fee provide it to those who want to start the device. Among the programs where the support of the Ukrainian outbreak will be introduced: iOS - 645Pro MK II, PureShot, Fieldcam, 6x7, 6x6, Vizzywing, Flashlight, Fast Camera; Android - Fast Burst Camera, Ultra Burst Camera.

Price: $ 2.17

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Greetings, friends! So historically it happened that I am far from always I can pofotkat on the camera in a bright day of day. Sometimes you have to photograph in the dark, with something on the smartphone. In my case, this is Nokia Lumia 520. For those who do not know - it is equipped with a camera 5MP without flash. And sometimes it is necessary to "take a pencil" the routine of a day of one or another institution. In the dark, it is not always possible to photograph the mode of operation of a particular institution normally - not enough lighting and, as a result, the camera cannot focus normally. But I solved the problem here is such an external flash.

This kit includes, actually, the device itself and the USB cable for charging. Yes, I did not get sealed - for charging.

First, this is not an outbreak, and the backlight will be more correct, as it turns on manually.

It is quite logical question - why then 3.5mm Jack on it? Very simple - it is through it that a flash and attached to the smartphone. But with no electrical connection between the smartphone and the flash. That is, we turn on the backlight, make a frame (or video), and turn off. And that's it.

From an interesting one, you can also select the fact that the device has 3 backlight modes.

L - Reduction from Low, that is, this is the minimum mode. In this mode, the backlight will shine not very bright, but long.
M is a reduction from Medium, that is, medium and medium.
H is a reduction from HIGH. This is the brightest and most voracious highlighting mode.

In LEDs. I do not know, it's good or bad, but there are LEDs and cold and warm glow.

The most stupid question, which I was asked about this flash - "And if you do not connect it anywhere, will it work?" With a charged battery - it will be.

Now go to testing.

I think the first thing it would be logical to show it in action, but since I was raised on the principle of "listening to what they say and do the opposite" (like the majority), I decided to start with testing the battery tank.

What do we need for the test?

1) Flash itself with already discharged in a zero battery.
2) USB charger. It works from the outlet.

As such a charger, any Auerbank, a computer or laptop can be suitable.

3) USB tester. In my case it is.

Briefly - this USB tester combines the stopwatch of charging, a voltmeter, an ammeter, and a container of the container.

4) USB Cable - MicroUSB "Mom. That is the one that comes in the kit.

Of all this good we will collect here such a scheme.

Then we carry the charger in the socket and at the end of the charge, calculate the capacity of the built-in battery.

Before conducting test, the initial tester indicators are better or rewrite somewhere or reset. I reset.

Now connect the charger to the outlet. With the help of a USB tester, you can also watch what exactly charging is performed. In our case, this is "symbolic" 70mA.

Please note that a red indicator caught fire on the flash.

This suggests that charging is not yet completed. As soon as it goes out - the charging will be considered completed.

After 35 minutes, the tester shows that the current strength fell from 70 to 20 MA, which means that charging is nearing an end. At the meter, at the same time, "Natikalo" 35 Mah.

What is interesting - a minute of the stopwatch was stopped, and the current power fell to zero. Final readings - 36 Mah.

I agree, this is not a lot, but to illuminate the photographing zone, I think it will be enough.

This test does not mean that the flash corresponds (or does not correspond to) declared characteristics, since they are not specified anywhere else. That is, it's just an informative test - to know.

The second test is just the same flash demonstration in the case. Photos will be made on the Nokia Lumia 520 smartphone in three outbreak versions, as well as without it. The smartphone will be installed on a tripod, and the photos will be made when the main room is turned off. And since the room is a basement with three small windows (and those half apleached), then with the initial lighting it will be very bad.

Photographing I will be this wonderful PowerBank from Duracell PPS2. So that the difference was visible more clearly, I installed ISO \u003d 100, the benefit, the camera settings on the Lumia 520 so do it fully allow.

So, look.

The difference is more than obvious. Of course, with such a light, it is much wiser to use the minimum mode - it is enough to light up normally what it is necessary. And with a brighter natural light, it is more efficient to use more vivid modes.

The only negative, which I found this outbreak - glass. LEDs hit the eyes strong enough, literally cut. Therefore, glass would be better to make matte. That is why this outbreak, I'm afraid, not suitable for selfie, animal shooting, people, and so on. But it will suit those who constantly removes video observers to the smartphone. This is especially true of those who actively buys something on Aliexpress, Bangda, Ebey, and other mutages.

Hello, dear friends!

In Russia, I did not meet them somehow ... Only on the Internet. Split prices on them eh. The average price that came across about 1000 rubles, but there is also more expensive. I decided to look at this thing on Ali and, of course, discovered these rings there in a much more attractive price.

So the transaction was carried out. Package sent. We wait. By the way, I had to wait for a long time. Only 13 days. And my shop is in my hands.

Packaging is a cardboard box with a transparent window on the front part. Well, let's not go into detailed descriptions - everything is visible in the photo))

Open the cardboard box I discovered inside the ring itself on a transparent molded stand. The ring size in the diameter is 8.5 cm. For my phone it is exactly suitable. For reference: I have samsung galaxy j3.

The flash ring is a round clothespin with LEDs on the front part and the branch of the battery from the reverse side.

It's right to say, I was no longer failed to try this thing in business. The batteries were inserted into the ring, which need 2 aaa (mizinechchychchychychychchikh) format and then the stay was waiting for me. The battery cover simply simply not closed! I do not even know what is connected ... There is no marriage! Without batteries, the compartment is closed normally, without any difficulties. I tried to insert other mom's batteries - the same story. If you enable the theory that all things around are alive ... maybe it's shy to close with outsiders?)) Well, if seriously, can the Chinese have little batteries in our grocery? Or how then to explain the current situation? In any case, for this item I can not remove one star.

It was not possible to close the battery compartment, so I stuck it with color scotch and everyone to say that it was so conceived.

On the ring, in addition to the battery compartment there is a button that includes light. She is only one. If you press it 1 time, then it will simply turn on, and if you press 2 times on it - the light will become brighter. And if 3 times ??? Right!!! If you press the button 3 times, then the brightest mode will turn on. With the fourth press, the ring will turn off.

In use, the ring turned out to be quite comfortable. On the phone is fixed simply and confidently holds. Do you know why? Because on the inner surface of the ring in places of contact with the phone there are silicone inserts, which are not just firmly fixed the ring on the device, and also protect its surface from possible scratches (actually from himself). This item was rated by me. Thank you

Want to see what effect gives a ring to use? I know, of course, you want! I tried to make some photos. Below I place a collage. For this photo test, I specifically found the most unlit corner in my apartment. Look, the youngest option is without a flash at all. Slightly lighter - the weakest rings mode. More Light - average lighting mode. The brightest of this photo series is the third and brightest lighting mode.

I also made a photo test using a source of weak lighting in the frame. Look. The effect is present and it is quite obvious.

After all of the above, I summarize, the ring is a funny and a delta thing. I am sure that it will not dust on the shelf and not getting lost. My daughter already glances with interest on this ring and have already managed to try on his phone. Most likely it will be in the course of two. I am sure that this is such an outbreak can well help manicure masters and various needlewomen in the shooting of their masterpieces. In addition, it will not leave indifferent lovers of selfie and various partners who love to shoot in weakly lit places.

And during the self-personnel, small circles are reflected in the eyes)) funny effect))

My opinion in the outbreak-ring is quite decent and despite the misunderstood with a battery compartment, I recommend this product! And for this money it is generally a find.

I wish you good shopping and a great mood!

If such a device acquired this case. Ogrechi in it, of course, there is, but it is possible to achieve a certain benefit.
Under<сut>- Disassembly, detailed illustration of opportunities and video version of the review. Ask!
I still do not illuminate the order of the order and delivery. First of all, because they are purely individual and, depending on the localization of the buyer, the deadlines can differ significantly. Yes, and shake the packing candy for everyone to see, in my opinion, somehow meaningless. It will be more important to indicate that the parcel moved with an international track, and the packaging was sufficient to save the contents.


So, the flash is supplied in the factory cardboard box (6x10x1.5 cm). The front of which is busy with the image of the goods in all possible colors of the body and the pictures of the pictograms illustrating consumer properties.


From the back, we see some kind of clarification on this matter, however, I hereby warning you to peering into the photo and try to read something on it. First of all, because all the characteristics are described in detail on. And secondly, because the ability of this device is one of the fact: shine, spending the charge of the built-in battery. He copes with her; The rest is the details.


The kit comes only a standard Micro-USB cable, which is not surprising, given the dimensions of the box.


It is simple and short (about 22 cm) and for some reason white, despite the fact that I bought an outbreak in the black case.


The flash itself is also quite compact. And it is a concluded parallelepiped with a square base of the angles and the face of which smoothly rounded. And the front side is almost completely occupied by the LED panel located in the 4x4 matrix.


On the bottom edge are located (from left to right) Micro-USB connector for recharging the built-in battery, a hole, for fastening the lace or a darkness (no included) and the MINI-JACK plug for switching and attaching to the smartphone.


And the right and left edges carry the switch and the three-position switch intensity intensity, respectively.
For those who are interested to look at the printed circuit board and electronic components - a photo under the spoiler.

Disassembly

The housing on plastic waders can be hired from any of the switches even a nail. Parts of the case are easily diverged, there is no adhesive. Regarding the installation of radio elements, carelessness is immediately thrown into the eye: the edge of the board with the jar and not flux is not washed in the area of \u200b\u200bthe plug.


Behind this disgrace, we see a lithium battery with charge controller, tamblers and several other SMD elements.

Now about the case, using this flash is assumed to be together with the IBLAZR application, you can download the QR code to your mobile device (here is the link encrypted in the code -). It is properly supposed to support the most popular operating systems: Android, iOS7 and WindowsPhone, in fact I have not happened comfortably run this application.
However, the presence of mechanical authorities allows you to use a flash in manual mode. Top and deal.


Here it is the payback of St. Petersburg for the White Nights - the pitch darkness is already at half past eighth. Take this photo for the standard. For starting point.


I spent a 2-meter photo session from a distance of 2 meters. And already on the minimum brightness, you can consider the outlines of objects.


The average brightness allows you to see the contours and shades.


And the maximum - clear forms and even colors.
Therefore, I think it will be appropriate to voice the intermediate conclusion: Despite the incorrect work of the software (in particular, the Android application), the outbreak is operational, and even with a certain skill, even useful.
But we will not forget that her direct destination is selfie and then I will perform the main feasurant of the photo shoot.

Hmm ... even at a minimum I recognize and distinguish with photographing from the distance of an elongated hand.

With increasing brightness, the quality of the photo increases in proportion. But equally, the negative factor is sharpened - glare in glasses lenses, for example.

Although of course it can be avoided by changing the angle of inclination / turning the head or even removing them. But it is rather the problem of clarinks, not flashes.

Well, at the end, a short video, as promised.

The review turned out to be quite long, so it will not be superfluous to remind the main points of the device considered today.

Does not consume a battery charge of a smartphone.
+ Easy, small, mobile. Weight-dimensional characteristics and the presence of a regular loop on the housing allow you to wear keys on the bundle.
± From here and dubious moment: on full brightness worked about 37 minutes, but it is not charged for much longer.
+ Ability to adjust the brightness or even a complete shutdown
+ Universal Charge Connector
+ Has a signaling LED indication of charging, which sweeps at the end.
- Curve Soft

Now I say goodbye. All good!

I plan to buy +8. Add to favourites I liked the review +29 +44

As you know, the phone flash can be used as a flashlight. But with long use, it can overcome and fail, as well as it spends a large amount of electricity, which is why the phone battery is quickly discharged.
The advantages of my flashlight option:

• Compact size.
• Bright light (a little inferior to the phone flash).
• Small electric consumption.
• Easy manufacturing.

For the manufacture we will need:
1. LED (diameter 5 mm, voltage 3 volts, color-white).
2. Resistor 100.OM.
3. Micro USB plug with housing.
From tools: soldering iron and nippers.

Manufacturing process:

1. Similarly, we determine the length of the legs of the resistor and the LED.
2. Louds all contacts.
3. We need to close contacts 1 and 2 micro USB jumpers (as shown in the picture).
4. Provide the LED to the resistor (in this case, does not matter to which contact, without compliance with polarity).
5. Contact 3 is (+), and contact 1 (-) (as shown in the picture), solder the plus LED to the plus plus and minus to minus.
6. Therefore, set the micro USB into the case and close it.
Thanks for attention!